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Old Feb 9, 2010 | 04:04 PM
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Guys,

I am trying to get a caliper piston reset tool to push the caliper pistons back in. I am servicing the breakes.

I saw a tool a mechanic had that looked like plyers with two spoon like thingies at the end.
I am looking on the internet and can not find it. I have found ones for cars. Do you know where to find one that would work for the Harley brakes ( UC 08) thanks.
 
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Old Feb 9, 2010 | 05:07 PM
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Originally Posted by c50plus
Guys,

I am trying to get a caliper piston reset tool to push the caliper pistons back in. I am servicing the breakes.

I saw a tool a mechanic had that looked like plyers with two spoon like thingies at the end.
I am looking on the internet and can not find it. I have found ones for cars. Do you know where to find one that would work for the Harley brakes ( UC 08) thanks.
I just use my hands no tools needed.
 
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Old Feb 9, 2010 | 05:50 PM
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I just use a large screwdriver and twist it between the pads.
 
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Old Feb 9, 2010 | 07:07 PM
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Originally Posted by jag1886
I just use a large screwdriver and twist it between the pads.
+1 Did it Sunday with help from some forum members-thanks guys
 
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Old Feb 9, 2010 | 08:35 PM
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save your money. big screwdriver and use the old pads when you're spreading the legs...i mean, pistons.
 
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Old Feb 9, 2010 | 08:47 PM
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A screwdriver works just fine. I use the tool located on the left. I slide the top end in between the pads from the bottom (not sides) and push. The width of the tool is the perfect size. You can get them a Harbor Freight. Speaking of Harbor Freight; who has their lift table? HAHAHAHA! Just kidding!


 
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Old Feb 9, 2010 | 11:31 PM
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Thick blade putty knife with a beveled end, slip it between the rotor and pads before removing the caliper!
 
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Old Feb 10, 2010 | 04:51 PM
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I use a c-clamp
 
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