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Old Apr 1, 2021 | 01:47 PM
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Default Caliper bracket bolts broke

Hi everyone, I was doing my front brakes yesterday, pads and rotors. I broke the calioer brackets 18mm bolts on the driver side. I've ordered a new one but I was wondering if any of you had an idea how to get them out or if you had a spare brackets or bolts around for sale. Pic below. Thanks!



 
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Old Apr 1, 2021 | 04:46 PM
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Default Re: Caliper bracket bolts broke

1. weld on a nut and turn it out
2. drill and ez-out ( probably won't work )
3. drill CENTERED out to the threads and re-tap
 
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Old Apr 1, 2021 | 06:02 PM
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Default Re: Caliper bracket bolts broke

Originally Posted by ala_xfire
1. weld on a nut and turn it out
2. drill and ez-out ( probably won't work )
3. drill CENTERED out to the threads and re-tap
Option #2 is good, use a reasonably large EZout, apply penetrating oil and/or some heat, not too much heat.
Option #3 is tricky to do as you have to be on the centre line all the way through.
 
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Old Apr 1, 2021 | 06:05 PM
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Default Re: Caliper bracket bolts broke

Option #3 is tricky to do as you have to be on the centre line all the way through.
For sure. It wouldn't hurt to own a Bridgeport, or just take it to a machine shop and pay the price.
 
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