Suspension Do I have to disconnect the brake lines from the calipers to do a rotor swap?

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Sep 10, 2008 | 09:27 AM

Mike S

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Do I have to disconnect the brake lines from the calipers to do a rotor swap?

Hi guys,

Just curious to know if it is necessary to disconnect the brake lines if I want to do a rotor swap?

Sep 10, 2008 | 09:32 AM

jasonsmf

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nope

Sep 10, 2008 | 09:34 AM

MirthScout

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No. Its similar to OctaneGuy's howto on changing brake pads:
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ht=brake+howto

Just a couple more bolts to to remove the caliper (still connected to the brake lines) and suspend from something nearby with zip ties. Then one more bolt and a whack or two and you've got the rotor.

Sep 10, 2008 | 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by MirthScout

As long as there isn't to big a lip that formed along the edge, then it's alittle harder to get them out.

Sep 10, 2008 | 10:47 AM

Mike S

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Quote:

Originally Posted by JIMINNI

As long as there isn't to big a lip that formed along the edge, then it's alittle harder to get them out.

Great! My JCW rotors only have around 18,000 miles on them, there is hardly a lip.

Thanks again guys! You've been very helpful!

Sep 10, 2008 | 01:17 PM

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No, just don't let the calipers hang suspended by the brake lines. That is not good for them. I use a piece of coat-hanger & hang the calipers on them.