05 max rotors stuck

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redboy
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any tool out there that will get these off would rather not use the bfh trick?


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Once you have taken out the brake caliper and torque member, normally, you can wiggle out the rotor. However, some rotors could be stuck due to rust. In that case, you may need a hammer/mallet to remove it. You can use the hammer in conjunction with WD-40/PB Blaster (do not spray on the rotor contact surface). Hammer only on the hub-side as much as possible as the rotor could be damaged.

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Some aftermarket rotors have a bolt hole that allows you to screw a matching threaded bolt into the rotor face to pry against the hub and break it loose. I don't think the original factory rotors have that feature, though...I don't recall for sure.


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