Is it safe to just spray Brakleen brake parts cleaner to clean the brake area?

watchout-everyone · 09-13-2024, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by 3PedalJake

That's not a stupid mistake that's just learning curve. Stupid mistake is taking it to a Stealer. Props for giving a DIY go!

Thanks Jake!

StradaRedlands · 09-13-2024, 10:14 PM

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krhodes1 · 09-14-2024, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by watchout-everyone

Will do. Thank you for the heads-up!

Getting brake cleaner in your eyes is something you will only do ONCE. Also, if beware if you have any cuts on your hands. YOWZA, that stings!

krhodes1 · 09-14-2024, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by watchout-everyone

I'm going to keep this post up so others can learn from my stupid ass mistake. Damn

It's fine - you aren't likely to damage the pad as long as the calipers retract nicely and the end of the tool spins freely. It should take VERY little force to do it when everything is A-OK. I've been able to do it with my bare hands on some cars.

But for sure, don't make a habit of using the new pads to do it.

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