Searched but couldn't find answer to the question. Have replaced a lot of brakes but have not dealt with the screw in type caliper piston. Is it necessary to get/borrow the tool made for the job or can the piston be turned/screwed down with channel locks or needle nose vice grips?

Thanks.

 

Never mind, all - found a link. Off to Harbor Freight I go.

 

Yup the Harbor Freight tool will get it done the cheapest.

 

 

The Harbor Freight one - 44 bucks. Works fine. Unfortunately, discovered the left rear piston rubber all mangled up - stuck the new pads on, buttoned it up, ordering a new caliper.