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07-30-06, 10:19 AM

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rear rotor removal

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i'm having some problem getting my rear rotors off. i tried using the two bolt holes but the bolts are just spinning, it looks like the threads are worn out. used lots of lubricant and tapping but it's not budging. any ideas?

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07-30-06, 11:25 AM

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Dis-engage the emergency Brake

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07-30-06, 11:35 AM

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it's not the emergency brake, the threads were gone. i eventually went oversized with some hardened 5/16 bolts and they came right out. now the problem is both rotors are below spec and none of the local parts stores have them

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07-30-06, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by sbgs300

ouch.. that sucks.. at least you got them off though.. when i bought my GS, i decided to do slotted and drilled rotors all around.. when i went to install them, i found out someone has installed aftermarket rotors.. which dont have the two screw holes to aid in removal of the rotors. i had to use a sledge on the back of the rotor to break it loose... brutal.. but at least its all done now