Brake Caliper Press

[RWebb]

anybody used this $30 one?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VGC8PNL/ref=pd_luc_rh_sspa_dk_huc_pt_expsub_2?psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExMzNMWkQyQkxXSlhOJ mVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNDcwNjIyMlFLT0VNNkxMQ0RFViZlbmN yeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMTM1Mzc1TjdJV0lXWDlRWDJJJndpZGdld E5hbWU9c3BfaHVjX21yYWkmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3Q mZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl




it looks like a copy of the Lang, but I've learned to be wary of no-name tools...

[Bill Verburg]

Originally Posted by RWebb

anybody used this $30 one?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VGC8PNL/ref=pd_luc_rh_sspa_dk_huc_pt_expsub_2?psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExMzNMWkQyQkxXSlhOJ mVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNDcwNjIyMlFLT0VNNkxMQ0RFViZlbmN yeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMTM1Mzc1TjdJV0lXWDlRWDJJJndpZGdld E5hbWU9c3BfaHVjX21yYWkmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3Q mZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl




it looks like a copy of the Lang, but I've learned to be wary of no-name tools...

Never used that one, i use 4 in1 ratcheting spreader, the price seems to have tripled since I bought mine

[rusnak]

[Rusty Heap]

A large C-clamp works fine for me........

[RWebb]

I've been using Jorg pony clamps but the crank type tool is very attractive.



I'm not shelling out the sheckels for the pretty Hazet... nice that it is less than $400 tho

[gtc]

If you're in the market for cheap chinese tools and don't mind waiting a few weeks, you can usually find the same thing on Ali Express for ~25% less than Amazon. The tool at the top of this page is ~$22.50 for example, vs $29.99 on amazon.
I don't normally go for that stuff, but occasionally need a disposable/one time tool like a specific crimper.

[cabmandone]

I used to be old school and just use c clamps and the old brake pads. Now, because so many of my cars have those stupid screw in style on the rear brakes, I have a fancy high fallutin press.

[A930Rocket]

Originally Posted by rusnak

I bought one like in the first picture and it did not work worth a damn.

Maybe user error...

I used my giant channel locks.They never fail me.

[sammyg2]

I've always used a c-clamp or great big channel locks, depending.
Had no idea I needed a special tool.

silly me.

[Skytrooper]

Originally Posted by sammyg2

i've always used a c-clamp or great big channel locks, depending.
Had no idea i needed a special tool.

Silly me.

+1

[asphaltgambler]

Good 'ol C clamp works fine

[p911dad]

I use the Irwin pistol grip quick release bar clamp $20.

[911 Rod]

Yup. Big ass channel lock.

[911boost]

C clamp, but if you are tool porn guy I can see the appeal in those.

[RWebb]

the very idea of ratcheting that lever is appealing

plus, I can foresee uses as a spreader clamp for woodworking (and you always need more clamps...)

[sugarwood]

Any situation where you can't just use the old pad and a C-clamp?

[mocha07]

Originally Posted by sugarwood

Any situation where you can't just use the old pad and a C-clamp?

Some late models with the parking brake link to the rear pads, need to turn the rear pads back in to the caliper Harbor Freight sells kit with various sized discs for that purpose.

[RWebb]

also the screwed up screw in thingies - see cab's post above

[Nickshu]

I have one of these. It's awesome, but not cheap.

https://www.girodisc.com/Caliper-piston-spreader_p_5970.html

[rusnak]

Originally Posted by sugarwood

Any situation where you can't just use the old pad and a C-clamp?

1. Some Japanese and American cars have a screwed up "wind back" retraction action for the brake pistons. You need the right drive key to wind back the caliper pistons.

1. And then there are some calipers that you just dont want to use a pair of c-clamps on to get all 6 pistons moving.