Brake pads help

jeeptrickABQ · 07-04-2005, 06:08 PM

Replacing them on My 90 wrangler today but it looks like I need a special tool anyone know what it is and any other tips would be greatly appreciated.

j-man · 07-04-2005, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by jeeptrickABQ

Replacing them on My 90 wrangler today but it looks like I need a special tool anyone know what it is and any other tips would be greatly appreciated.

get a haynes manual. you are very vague.

wild_weazel · 07-04-2005, 08:03 PM

I also have a 90 and mine did not require anything special tools. Could you be more specific with what this tool would be for, Caliper Bolts, clamps, etc.... Let me know. I should be able to help you

jeeptrickABQ · 07-05-2005, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by wild_weazel

I also have a 90 and mine did not require anything special tools. Could you be more specific with what this tool would be for, Caliper Bolts, clamps, etc.... Let me know. I should be able to help you

Yes Im sorry for being vague but this is the first time I've changed these so Im not quite sure how or what its called but Yes it is the caliper bolts looks like a star pattern I think there is 2 of them??

wolf3902 · 07-05-2005, 08:23 AM

Yes, you need Torx bits for your ratchet.

**JeeperDon** · 07-05-2005, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by wolf3902

Yes, you need Torx bits for your ratchet.

And the reason we all were confused is because Torx is not a special tool for a Jeep. Have a look around your truck and you will see them everywhere.

jcarp · 07-05-2005, 04:37 PM

My 1990 is not torx it is a 12pt 7/16 socket for the caliper bolts.

jeeptrickABQ · 07-05-2005, 06:10 PM

Thanks All I guess I'll get the tools needed and get busy lol.

wild_weazel · 07-05-2005, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by jcarp

My 1990 is not torx it is a 12pt 7/16 socket for the caliper bolts.

That is exactly what mine is. Don't be ashamed of not knowing, ask questions and you will learn a lot. Although it is Highly Recommended that you do go out and Spend the $15.00 for a Haynes or Chilton Manual. I bought both because I like the Wiring schmatics in one more than the other. Good Luck with the pads.

**JJorda** · 07-05-2005, 09:07 PM

I want to say my '89 had allen bolts holding the caliper on. Been a while since I did the brakes, but I do remember needing a hex head key to get them off. Might look like a recessed star pattern if it's dirty.

pyro9862 · 07-05-2005, 09:56 PM

Count the points.
If it has six points it's recessed (socket goes into the bolt not around it) it's a hex probably 3/8in.
If it has eight and it's recessed it's a torx.
If it has 12 and isn't recessed (socket fits over it like a normal bolt) it's a 12pt socket.

Simple enough.

jeeptrickABQ · 07-05-2005, 10:58 PM

WOW Awesome info Guys thanks a ton. You Guys are gonna make this easy..

jeeptrickABQ · 07-06-2005, 08:51 PM

Got the 7/16 12 pt socket and no fitty the bolty it definately looks like a torx I dont know....Im gonna take it to a FREE brake place in the morning for inspection and ask them what the???
Let you know tommorow..

pyro9862 · 07-06-2005, 11:41 PM

Did they ever use reverse torx on the calipers?

dcafaro · 07-07-2005, 07:19 PM

It is a 12 point socket and it is a very tight fit, especially if it's been a while since they've been changed. However you're making a lot of extra work for yourself taking those out. That is your caliper bracket not your actual caliper. Your caliper is held on with an allen head bolt (standard or metric I'm not sure). These two bolts go through the caliper (whcih is also the same bolts that allow the brakes to slide in and out when applied so make sure they are greased),and thread into the bracket itself. If your barcket is bent then remove it, other wise leave it in place and remove just the caliper. If it sounds confusing send me your e-mail and I'll shoot some pics over to you. I have one sitting on my deck still attached to the bracket.

07-05-2005, 08:23 AM	#5
wolf3902 Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: NE Ohio Posts: 1,138 Profile Gallery Classifieds My Jeeps	Yes, you need Torx bits for your ratchet. __________________ '93 YJ 2.5 Jasper; 5 speed All stock, waiting to be reborn. 6/19/05 ...2" BDS suspension lift...the rebirth has begun!!! ONE NATION, UNDER G O D Support It, or Leave It!

07-04-2005, 08:03 PM	#3
wild_weazel Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 337 Profile Gallery Classifieds My Jeeps	I also have a 90 and mine did not require anything special tools. Could you be more specific with what this tool would be for, Caliper Bolts, clamps, etc.... Let me know. I should be able to help you

07-05-2005, 06:10 PM	#8
jeeptrickABQ Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 20 Profile Gallery Classifieds My Jeeps	Thanks All I guess I'll get the tools needed and get busy lol.

07-05-2005, 09:56 PM	#11
pyro9862 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 1,563 Profile Gallery Classifieds My Jeeps	Count the points. If it has six points it's recessed (socket goes into the bolt not around it) it's a hex probably 3/8in. If it has eight and it's recessed it's a torx. If it has 12 and isn't recessed (socket fits over it like a normal bolt) it's a 12pt socket. Simple enough.

07-05-2005, 10:58 PM	#12
jeeptrickABQ Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 20 Profile Gallery Classifieds My Jeeps	WOW Awesome info Guys thanks a ton. You Guys are gonna make this easy..

07-06-2005, 08:51 PM	#13
jeeptrickABQ Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 20 Profile Gallery Classifieds My Jeeps	Got the 7/16 12 pt socket and no fitty the bolty it definately looks like a torx I dont know....Im gonna take it to a FREE brake place in the morning for inspection and ask them what the??? Let you know tommorow..

07-06-2005, 11:41 PM	#14
pyro9862 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 1,563 Profile Gallery Classifieds My Jeeps	Did they ever use reverse torx on the calipers?

07-07-2005, 07:19 PM	#15
dcafaro Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 771 Profile Gallery Classifieds My Jeeps	It is a 12 point socket and it is a very tight fit, especially if it's been a while since they've been changed. However you're making a lot of extra work for yourself taking those out. That is your caliper bracket not your actual caliper. Your caliper is held on with an allen head bolt (standard or metric I'm not sure). These two bolts go through the caliper (whcih is also the same bolts that allow the brakes to slide in and out when applied so make sure they are greased),and thread into the bracket itself. If your barcket is bent then remove it, other wise leave it in place and remove just the caliper. If it sounds confusing send me your e-mail and I'll shoot some pics over to you. I have one sitting on my deck still attached to the bracket.