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Old Dec 27, 2008 | 04:53 PM
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Hey guys I need some help on how to get these darn things unstuck. The Passenger side will not move. That explains why I have funny braking because the calipers won't float.
Old Dec 27, 2008 | 08:36 PM
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Pins??? Do you mean the 3/8 alllen head bolt???? Might try lightly tapping the head with a hammer.... Not trying to loosen the wrong way?? Righty tighty, Lefty loosey..
Old Dec 27, 2008 | 10:10 PM
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no it is the pins that go in the caliper brackets. The bolts that hold the caliper go in these pins.
Old Dec 27, 2008 | 10:23 PM
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try PB blaster..... it may take a while, but get it all apart, clean it up and lube....

I have run into it before and its not fun...
Old Dec 29, 2008 | 06:58 PM
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Got those darn things out with some Twister and a little heat. Had to destroy the heads of the pins but I got new ones. I cleaned the bore and antiseized the pins and assembled works like a charm. Thanks for the help guys you rock
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