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HELP! How do I compress the piston on the rear caliper!?!?

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Old Apr 11, 2007 | 12:58 PM
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Exclamation HELP! How do I compress the piston on the rear caliper!?!?

Like the title says how do i compress the rear piston on the calipers? I am trying to put new brake pads on the back but i cant figure it out and i dont want to break anything. Is there a special tool i need?? Any help would be appreciated!
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Old Apr 11, 2007 | 12:59 PM
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yeah you need a caliper tool (or a pair of needle nose pliers, or a c-clamp) needs to be twisted as it's pushed in.
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Old Apr 11, 2007 | 01:01 PM
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so i twist the piston as i am compressing it with the c-clamp?
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Old Apr 11, 2007 | 01:02 PM
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yup.... twist to the right.... and It'll go right in
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Old Apr 11, 2007 | 01:03 PM
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ok thanks man!
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Old Apr 11, 2007 | 03:08 PM
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yep, I ran into that same problem. Just twist and you good.
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Old Apr 11, 2007 | 03:11 PM
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