Brake rotor studs stuck

BRESNICK87

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1993 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER
3.0L
6 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
95,000 MILES

Hello. I'm trying to change a rotor but two studs snapped in half and got stuck. I have tried getting them out but can't figure it out. Is there anyway to get them off without removing the whole strut? I've tried pounding them out with a sledge, using a ratchet, and nothing budges. Please help.

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Welcome to 2CarPros.

Are you referring to the caliper slide bolts or the caliper mount/adapter bolts? I attached two pictures. Tell me which picture is the one that shows the problem area. Also, if you take a look through this following link, it may better help you identify the part.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-front-brake-pads-and-rotors-fwd

Let me know.

Joe

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Friday, July 26th, 2019 AT 7:10 PM

BRESNICK87

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They are stuck in the hub and bearing.

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Saturday, July 27th, 2019 AT 6:33 AM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Welcome back:

Okay, then the caliper mount bolts broke in the steering knuckle (picture 1). The only way you are going to get them out is via a drill and an easy out. They are threaded into the steering knuckle. If the threads are damaged when you try to remove them, you have a couple choices such as a helicoil, retap the threads and replace the bolts, or replace the knuckle.

Let me know if I can help or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe

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Saturday, July 27th, 2019 AT 5:38 PM