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Brake Caliper Compression Tool
$39.95
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New brake pads won't fit until the caliper pistons are pushed back, and doing it with a C-clamp or a screwdriver is slow and can damage the pads or the piston seal.
This ratcheting spreader sits between the old pads and pushes the pistons back evenly with a few clicks, so the new pads slide right in.
✅ Choose your color
- Red or Blue handle, same tool
📦 What's in the box
- 1 ratcheting caliper spreader with 2 spreader plates
- 2 S-hooks to hang the caliper while you work
📏 Sizes
- Total length: 10.23 in
- Spread: from 1.88 in to 3.03 in
- Plates: 4.53 x 2.17 in and 7.01 x 2.34 in
- S-hooks: 7.9 x 1.8 in
🔧 Specs
- Ratchet: swivels 360 degrees, so you can work at any angle around the caliper
- Use: spreads the pads apart to retract the pistons before fitting new pads
🛠️ How to use it
Remove the wheel and slide the plates between the old pads inside the caliper. Ratchet the handle to spread the plates and push the pistons back into the caliper.
Release the ratchet, remove the old pads, fit the new ones and refit the caliper. Use the S-hooks to hang the caliper so it never hangs on the brake hose.
🚗 Great for
Front and rear brake pad changes on cars, SUVs and light trucks.
"Finally finished the pads on my truck without the usual headache. The handle rotates so smooth, and it kept everything steady while I focused on getting the job done right this time."
Shipping Information
Return Policy
If the tool doesn't do the job you bought it for, you have 30 days from delivery to request a return and get a full refund. Just email us at fixitcorner.com@gmail.com with your order number.
What our fellow mechanics are saying
Join our community of weekend builders who trust these tools to keep their projects smooth and stress-free.
This tool is an absolute lifesaver for garage days. The ratcheting makes everything go so much faster and we never have to struggle with the pistons anymore.
Finally, a tool that actually makes sense. Pushing the pistons back is now the easiest part of our afternoon brake projects.
Everything fits perfectly and we haven't had a single issue with pressure. It's refreshing to use something that is actually built for the task at hand.
Works as advertised. We had no issues pushing the pistons back and the whole process was smoother than we expected for a DIY project.
So much easier than the old ways. We love how the handle rotates and fits into those cramped spaces without any hassle.
Great addition to our tool box. We appreciate that it just works right out of the box without us needing to fight with it. Makes our weekend maintenance feel like a breeze.
Solid piece of gear. Makes the job way cleaner and we are definitely glad to have it around for future pad changes.
The rotation handle is the real winner here. It makes reaching the spreader in tight spots so much more comfortable for us.
Really solid build. We felt much better knowing the pressure was distributed evenly so we didn't have to worry about damaging the seals while finishing the job.
We were a bit skeptical at first but this thing is worth every penny. We finished both sides in record time without getting frustrated. The handle rotation is just smart design and we found it super helpful when working in those tight wheel wells. Seriously, grab one if you do your own maintenance.
We were surprised by how much better it feels to have these hooks included. Keeping the workspace clear really helps us focus and get back on the road faster.
We enjoy spending time in the garage but hate the frustration of wrong tools. This one just works smooth and makes our brake maintenance feel like second nature now.
The hanging hooks were a game changer for our setup. We finally stopped letting the calipers dangle by the lines. It made the whole brake pad swap feel way more professional and organized.
Simple, effective, and gets the job done right. We love having the right equipment on hand so our projects don't take all day.
Total game changer for our weekend projects. We wish we had picked one of these up a long time ago. Highly recommend.
Really happy with this purchase. We feel a lot more confident knowing we aren't hurting the seals, and the ratcheting action makes it almost too easy.
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