Caliper bracket bolts really need replacing?

Mr. Z · 02-08-2006, 03:33 PM

Thought I would ask this in the Fichtner area since Bob the parts guy always has good information.

The GM service manuals mention that you must replace the brake caliper bracket bolts whenever they are removed, e.g. replacing the rotors. Is this a must or can the bolts be reused if you put some red loctite on them before reinstalling as some have suggested on other forums?

BTW I have a '04 Z06 if the bolts do need replacing what is the forum price for these bolts from Fichtner?

CorvettePartsBob · 02-08-2006, 07:28 PM

I pressed GM on this exact subject on the C5 as the service manuals say the same thing. I was finally told that this is a CYA statement. GM feels most people would not bother to put loctite back on the bolts therefore there is a slight risk they could loosen up. The new bolts come with loctite on the threads; they are NOT a torque to yield type bolt. If you reloctite the bolts you do not need to replace them.

Bob

Mr. Z · 02-08-2006, 08:24 PM

Thanks Bob I always appreciate the honest and accurate information from you guys at Fichtner. You are a valuable resource for this forum.

CorvettePartsBob · 02-09-2006, 01:57 PM

NO PROBLEM!

Any time we can help let us know!

Bob