Brake Pad change guide DIY

[geraintthomas]

What about pushing the Pistons back in prior to installing new pads? Safest way to do it?

[JayG]

Originally Posted by geraintthomas

What about pushing the Pistons back in prior to installing new pads? Safest way to do it?

I use a pair of channelocks with something to protect the paint on the top of the caliper where the jaw touches. All ya gotta do is squeeze.
Make sure the brake fluid tank is not too full, or it could overflow

Of course you can buy the special tool for $$$

[steved0x]

Originally Posted by JayG

Of course you can buy the special tool for $$$

I saw one for like $200-$300 once, looked like a caulk gun with some spreading bars or something. Looked complicated...