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Wheel cylinder removal Sign up here! Search this forum this category all forums for All words Any words Whole Phrase (search options) Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Brake Repair Help NaymzJaymz User Sep 18, 2019, 9:48 AM Post #1 of 3 (2091 views) Wheel cylinder removal Sign In 1995 Buick LeSabre 135K miles V-6 engine There appears a very obvious need to replace the passenger side rear brake cylinder on this vehicle. Can you tell me what size external torx socket required, or is it a different tool? It appears that the clearance will be very tight to get a ratchet down in there. Just wondering about the nuances of the job from the knowledgeable moderators who've helped me many times before. Will the some suspension parts have to be removed to get a socket and ratchet of the bolt. Thank you as always. Hammer Time Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Sep 18, 2019, 12:08 PM Post #2 of 3 (2079 views) Re: Wheel cylinder removal Sign In I don't remember the exact size but they do make a special flat wrench for that. You can also loosen the backing plate to give you a little more room. If you remove the hub you will have all kinds of room. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We offer help in answering questions, clarifying things or giving advice but we are not a substitute for an on-site inspection by a professional. (This post was edited by Hammer Time on Sep 18, 2019, 12:09 PM) Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Sep 18, 2019, 12:25 PM Post #3 of 3 (2075 views) Re: Wheel cylinder removal Sign In That has to still be OE GM thinking or LACK of? Whacked model year so end answer is IDK and would be a Torx some bone-head thought better. OK: Try this because I'm shocked anyone put the OE ones back. There were also assorted "backing plate" recalls to add to the IDK factor. See if the dang line's flare nut even behaves NOW watch hard the nut turn OVER the line not twisting it up. This thing at 25 +/- years could be OK or not you do have to try that's harder to bend new line for some wheel cylinders if a real sharp curve at the end right there. See then if whole backing plate is easier to take off with the wheel cylinder still on it? You may also find you want a new backing plate?? You'll see wear from shoes on the rub spots of plate to a "V" notch type spot on metal of shoes should be the rub spot and greased with proper grease. IF NOT they can wear a spot so shoes get caught make a snapping sound or don't behave to rub over those. That tool if really the ones holding wheel cylinder itself you may have to go to a Snap-On dealer on line or in person it sure isn't common and I know I don't have one that size which is SHOCKING, Tom PS: IF this thing is nice or anyway do it up right with all new hardware well greased so never a headache again!   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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