Never forget this: There is a tool for everything. And not just a general mixed-use tool. There is a tool specifically designed for the job you’re doing. Take rulers, for example. They’re one of the ...

Over the past year or so, I’ve become quite familiar with a good variety of new tools. There was the bearing and bushing removal-slash-installation kit, and who could forget having my world turned ...

Many vehicle owners know about brake pads and their importance, but what about the brake calipers? Here's what they do and ...

A painted set of brake calipers adds a lot of personality to a car if done right. Whether you want to restore their original look or make the dull factory ones stand out, there are a few essential ...

If you haven’t changed rear brake pads on a newer car recently, you might be surprised to find it can’t be done without special tools. It’s been probably 30 years since I replaced rear pads on a car, ...

Unless your daily driver is a classic Mini, or something of a similar ilk with drum brakes in all four corners, you'll have calipers providing the stopping force each time you hit the brake pedal.

Disc brake caliper position on the rotor has little effect on real-world brake efficiency—as long as the bleed screws end up at 12 o'clock. Disc brake calipers may mount on the rotor "in lead" or "in ...

In this video, you will learn how to paint brake calipers as a DIY project. The tutorial covers the following steps: - Materials needed - Safety precautions - Breaking lug nuts loose - Jacking up the ...

Want the look of trick aluminum brake calipers without the cost and hassle of a complete brake conversion? Stainless Steel Brakes Corporation (SSBC) has something you'll probably be interested in.