BostonVP

Hi,

I'm not sure if its a problem or not. But while replacing my front axle, I left the caliper sitting for weeks, and when its time to put everything back together, seems like the caliper is having a tough time trying to go back in between the rotor. Remembering back to when i had taken it out, it was as easy as spinning the tire no problem, now trying to put it back in, its tough to spin the tire, almost feel as it is stuck. Could this be a minor problem? Like its natural for it to happen, until you start the car up, where everything will fall back into place (which im not planning to do until everything is put together of course)? Any commands would be greatly appeicated!

BDSL

Assuming you only have one calliper off, compress the piston with a big plier or c clamp to push it slightly back in. Then put the calliper back on.

moonphase

The parts stores have fairly inexpensive caliper compression tools for sale. i have a Lisle brand that cost something like $14.00 from Amazon.com.
Verify that you have the stainless steel brake pad glides on correctly if they were removed.