Ratcheting brake caliper piston spreaders run pretty cheap, too. They're about $25 for a generic model with one from a name brand like Lang coming in at about $45.

They should also last a long time, as well as accommodate almost any brake caliper piston size that you might encounter. Here’s how to use it. Ensure the Vehicle is Safely Supported by Jack Stands ...

★Size:The brake caliper press tool total length is about 10.7''/271mm, the retraction supports about 1.3''/33mm, and the spread supports about 2.52 ''/64mm,see the picture for detai ...

The good news is, that a universal brake caliper piston tool kit can be bought for as little as $25. Yes, there are nicer ones from Snap-On and other professional grade tool manufacturers—I ...

The tools included with the Snap-On Brake Repair Set are a 3/8-inch Drive Dual 80 Technology soft grip standard handle locking flex-head ratchet, seven-piece disc brake caliper driver set, brake ...

That's because mechanically integrated brake calipers need to retracted into the caliper. Sure, you can probably use needle-nose pliers or one of the cubes that fit on a 3/8-inch ratchet.