1996 Volkswagen Golf brake caliper mounting bolts

1996 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
125,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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MAINER03
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I am unable to get out the second two brake caliper mounting bolts of my caliper, so that I can change out my rotors on the front of my VW GOLF. I have tried PB lubrication with no luck. my next step is purchasing a pneumatic wrench and get it off.

any suggestions would be helpful.

thanks

sorry, dont have a picture.
Jun 4, 2010 at 4:36 AM
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2CARPRO JACK
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Sometimes it takes an impact gun to loosen bolts, especially brake components that get hot/cold as much as they do, which will lock the bolts in.You could try a breaker bar and a 1/2 drive socket, but an impact will most likely take it right off, just be sure to wear safety glasses and hold the gun firm so you dont strip the bolt head from being at an angle.Most rental yards will have an electric impact whcih should work just fine and doesnt require a compressor
Jun 4, 2010 at 8:09 AM
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