I'm going to be installing the time-sert inserts for my rear brakes but am finding it hard to find a tapping tool handle big enough to handle the time-sert tools I purchased. Apparently 1/4-1/2 tools is the most common but is undersized for what I need. I purchased 2 handles and returned them both.

I know many of you have done this job (since it was here I got the direction) so what tool did you use and where did you get it. Also, will it allow for the tapping of the carrier without removing the rotor?

Thanks for any help.

 

Why?

If your uprights are not stripped install cup car studs

 

+1, I just had them installed on my car.

 

+3

 

I changed my rear pads and when I pulled the one bolt it came out with difficulty and had aluminum around the lower threads. From what I've read here it seemed the best solution was the time-serts.

I've already purchased the time-serts and new caliper bolts but am having a hell of a time getting a handle that'll work with the die.

 

Anybody got the part number for the cup car rear studs and nuts?