I got the rear right off. well not off completely because of the where the brake hose mounts. There was a ton of corrosion on the mating surface and threads. The pads and rotors were installed less than 3000 miles. I have my doubts that they actually lubed the top slide or ever removed the the bolt to expose the threads. I couldn't budge the rear left anjd rouned the heck out it.
caliper pin starting to round off.
I've noticed some abnormal wear on the rear rotors. The rears have only been done at a shop for whatever reason. I wanted to service them today but I for the life of me can't break the torque on the top pin. I wish i could an impact on it, but that darn brake hose is in the way. We're going away next weekend so I dont want to get to the point of no return. So hear I am asking for some suggestions. I thought about getting my nutcracker started into the head of the bolt and maybe getting some kind of leverage with that. Help! 
1 - 7 of 7 Posts
I am biased to think that many shops do lousy work. That's why I still prefer to do as much as possible. I rely on a good professional MOPAR mechanic that moonlights at home for jobs I farm out - he's very competent and trustworthy. Beyond that, it takes a huge effort to find a good shop. I avoid all of the chain type establishments (i.e., Firestone).
Here's a pic after my rear drum brake job this past weekend on a 10 year old rust belt Patriot. Very clean. Took me over 4 hours total to pay attention to detail, something the pros cannot do. Everything is original, except the shoes.
1 - 7 of 7 Posts
