Does anyone know this brake tool??

[ToocoolZ28]

Does anyone know anything about this caliper spreader. It looks like it has everything needed for most jobs, I don't know who makes it but I'm sure its Chicom. Looking for a set to use at home a few times a year, tired of the rentals from AutoZone, I'd rather have my own.http://www.ebay.com/itm/21pcs-Car-T..._Automotive_Tools&hash=item3f2867df9e&vxp=mtr

 

[firebox40dash5]

I've seen used good sets go for about that. Not that that one won't get the job done, but even looking at the pic on my phone it looks low quality.

I'm assuming you do need to spin in integrated parking brake pistons, right? If you're just using it for regular old calipers, the Lisle caulk gun types are fast and easy, unless you've got huge 2 piston 3/4 ton+ calipers. The new one with 2 protruding plates will do any calipers, aside from ones that have to be spun.

 

[devoncoolman]

The kit is good for the money. Honestly the harbour freight kit is the same. I would just go buy it there instead of dealing with feebay.

 

[619DioFan]

I have that same set from HF. Works very well.

 

[ToocoolZ28]

I do need to wind the pistons back in one of my cars. I figure this would be a little cheaper than Harbor freight even if I use the a 20% coupon, this way there is no tax or shipping. TN has a 10% sales tax.
That being said, a couple of bucks doesn't really matter. I just want a set that works for occasional use.

 

[theoldwizard1]

... Looking for a set to use at home a few times a year, tired of the rentals from AutoZone, ...

Just the opposite ! Auto Zone is 5 minutes away, O'Reilly's is 10.

As seldom as I need it, why bother.

 

[ChevyEFI]

A couple brief reviews of the HF version below.


http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showpost.php?p=3026874&postcount=4917

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showpost.php?p=2207804&postcount=3872

I'd say based on it being a simple tool with good reviews, you have less worry going eBay for it.

 

[ken w.]

With free shipping I'd go for it.