So today I decided to flush my brakes. Something I've been meaning to do for awhile. I even got out the camera and took lots of pictures so I could post a nice little "how to" on here.
Got everything set up, and started in at the right rear caliper. Bleeder screw was tight, so I sprayed some PB Blaster on it and let it sit a few minutes. When I went back and tried to loosen it, the result is depicted in the photo below.
I'll buy new calipers for both sides (since I'm willing to bet the other rear will do the same darn thing). Rock Auto has them for $56.79 each plus $50 core. Not sure if that's my best deal. When I get the new calipers I'll be able to post a nice little thread about how to replace a caliper on these trucks and how to remove a broken bleeder screw.
I figure I'll get the new calipers in my hands, then remove the old one and first try to replace the bleeder. Then if I'm successful I can just return the new calipers. Anyone have any suggestions for extracting the bleeder? I guess it's finally time to invest in an extractor set.
The only saving grace here is that the bleeder snapped in such a way that it doesn't leak at all, so the vehicle is still fully operational.
I'm actually not too mad about it, since this will be a chance to learn how to repair caliper bleeders and how to replace calipers on this vehicle. I just hope nothing else snaps when I remove the caliper.
Do you guys think I should order a complete set of 4 calipers, in case the same stupidity happens with all the calipers? Can anyone recommend a high-quality (and affordable) screw extractor set? I was thinking of
this one.
-Ryan
Bleeder Screw
Linear Mode
