Torque specs for calipers???

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May 21, 2004

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Torque specs for calipers???

I was wondering what to torque the bolts to that hold the calipers to the hub. Thanks.

May 21, 2004

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125 ft-lbs.

May 22, 2004

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i think my book says 80 ft lbs for the caliper to bracket.

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you can probably get by with just tightening it.

May 23, 2004

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yeah it diesnt really matter since the lugs and the wheel hold that on anyway

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Originally Posted by civichxtreme

yeah it diesnt really matter since the lugs and the wheel hold that on anyway

Uhh... the wheels don't hold the CALIPER on, they hold the ROTOR on.
I'm not sure I buy into the 80 number either... The brembo rotors come with a torque spec sheet based on the diameter of the bolt, and for that bolt, its 110 minimum. That and just based on feel, its a hell of a lot harder to break the caliper loose than the wheels (which are for sure 80).