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    Default What tools do I need to remove the rear disk brakes?

    There are several late model 2500’s in out tank salvage yard over here. Most of them are 2005 and up. I want to pull the rear disk brakes off of a few of them. What tools will I need for that? I need the specific tools and only the tools required. I will have to borrow them so I can only get the ones I absolutely need. I want to pull the bracket, caliper, and rotor. Will I have to remove the hub as well? If so, will that require a special hub socket? Also, if any of you have any photographs of what all is involved, that would be a big help. I have never messed with one of these AAM axles or a late model Chevy.


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    This is one example of what I will be working with.
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    no u dont have to pull the hub just the pieces u described.i believe the bracket the caliper bolts to is held on by 2 bolts which u will need a 18mm socket for. the caliper bolts or slide pins are 15mm i think but not entirely sure on that one
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    Thanks. Knowing I do not have to pull the hub is a big help. I am going to try and head out there this morning to get them.
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    Default rear disc brakes

    I did mine on an '01 K2500HD; no, to replace the rotors you don't have to pull the hub from the spindle. However, if you intend on replacing the parking brake shoes it may help. There is a special spanner socket used for adjusting the tension on the outer hub bearing however.

    Does your hub seal leak (either side)? My left side req'd replacement; I understand this was a common problem.
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    I went out yesterday and tried to pull the whole assembly. I was unable to because my forklift broke. So I had the operator take it to the shop and I pulled the hydroboost instead. From what I saw, the hub does have to be removed. If so, I may has well hang it up. I was thinking about pulling the whole rear end and taking it some where I can work on it over time. But with out that tool, it will be a wast of time. Does any one have the part number or manufacturer of that tool?

    I was going to post photographs, but the site will not allow me to.
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