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Review on πŸ”§ Enhance Brake Caliper Maintenance with Powerbuilt Ratcheting Piston Spreader Press Tool - 647861 by Jake Jones

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Not your first choice

The good news is that if you need to compress a disc brake piston into a car caliper this tool will do it for you with ease. This is not the way to go for trucks or heavier commercial vehicles. Mine broke on first use. The threaded bolt for snapping the drive plate into the piston is not long enough. You need to finish the C clamps. The tool also damaged the lower threads of the drive bolt as the bolt was ratcheted. The optional heavy duty plates were attached with magnets that weren't strong enough to hold them securely in place. The strength of the magnets must be increased. At first glance, the instrument was delightful and considered a time saver. Deferred work is used instead. I gave mine away instead of messing around with a refund. When expanded properly, it will be a useful addition to your toolbox. As such, it is best used in light-duty applications only.

Pros
  • Delivery was very quick
Cons
  • Volume