Are all brake caliper bolts the same size?
The ones that hold the caliper on are the same size. You may have those confused with the caliper bracket, which is a different size. I usually keep the top caliper bolt in and just swing the caliper up. They have different part numbers and manual states different sizes... via
Can you reuse brake caliper bolts?
GM say to replace any bolt that was been loctited, however the small caliper bolts can be cleaned up and reused with a new drop of blue loctite without dramas. But the larger caliper to knuckle bolts MUST never be reused as they are torque to yield. TTY bolts are fastened to a higher torque than non TTY bolts. via
What size are MTB brake caliper bolts?
Size ： M6 * 18mm，6 pieces. Weight ：6g (single). Screw head diameter: 6 mm. via
What size are the caliper bolts on a 2012 Ford Focus?
Michael J. Caboose. Almost positive it's a 7mm allen. via
Should I replace caliper bolts? (video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D7hcPIjN2pQ
How do you tighten a brake caliper bolt? (video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OoY7qoxjySE
Which way do you loosen brake caliper bolts?
Basically, (at least on the passenger side) you should be pushing the ratchet down and away from you (towards the rear of the car if you're facing the rear) to loosen the caliper bolts. via
What size are MTB stem bolts?
6Pcs Titanium Bike Stem Bolts Size：M5 x 18
| Material | Titanium alloy |
|---|---|
| Thread Size | M5 |
| Brand | Topstar |
How tight should caliper slide bolts be?
Over torquing the caliper guide pin bolts: Caliper guide pin bolts typically need a 13mm wrench to remove. It is a rookie mistake to go nuts on these bolts and break the heads off. Typically these bolts require only 25- to 35-ft/lbs of torque. Be gentle! via
Should you use anti seize on brake caliper bolts?
If you use it on caliper slides they will seize up and become frozen in place. If you use it to lubricate the pads they will also become stuck and not move properly. It won't take long either, just a couple of thousand miles before it will harden up. via
How do you loosen the bolts on a rear brake caliper?
How do you remove caliper pins? (video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kvmhekqU9_E
How are stem bolts measured?
The bolt length is measured from the end of the threads to the bottom of the bolt head. That's the length of the shaft, excluding the head. In the example it is 16mm long. The thread pitch is the distance between threads measured in millimeters along the length of the bolt. via
What is the diameter of an M5 bolt?
Metric clearance and tapping drill hole sizes.
| Size | Clearance Hole mm | Tapping Drill (std Pitch) |
|---|---|---|
| M5 | 5.5 | 4.2 mm |
| M6 | 6.5 | 5.0 mm |
| M8 | 9 | 6.75 mm |
| M10 | 11 | 8.5 mm |
What is a stem bolt?
Stem bolts were a type of bolt used to fasten objects that was invented prior to 2153. In 2153, a group of Osaarians in the Delphic Expanse had appropriated a large number of stem bolts, which they stored in a sphere. ( via
Are brake rotor screws necessary?
Just to be clear, the set screw is on the brake disc to hold it in place. Only while the caliper is off and before surface rust bonds the two components anyway. People will say the screw is necessary for the brake disc to stay in place while the vehicle is moving. via