Pontiac Sunfire/Chevy Cavalier front caliper broke

[Dylan]

The Subject name is the best thing I could think of for this; I started a topic on Pontiac Sunfire/Chevy Cavalier brakes some time ago. I mentioned a caliper slide pin was spinning instead of tightening. I diagnosed a stripped area causing the bolt to spin, and it was part of the Caliper, I was wondering if it would be worth it to replace my caliper to have the bolt be able to tighten. My brakes DO work fine with the exception that they need replaced soon. Should I replace it or just let it go????? Anyone have any opinions? I’m open to anything! Something is always better than nothing.

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[Stephen Bowen]

In general brake systems are one area I am very hardcore about. And another kind user to the forum recently had a caliper bolt “Break” causing the caliper to partly un-mount.

There are several options…Thread repair kits have been used with some success. And the absolute safe way to go would be a rebuilt/new caliper with bracket. That way you are assured the brakes will be fine.

I’d just rather recommend replacement. If you are cash strapped there’s always (risky, but sometimes you can find a gem) pick and pull yards, or salvage yard parts. With all that is “Riding” on your brakes? I wouldn’t take a chance-I’d want to do it right.

Best of luck! Be Safe!

S-

[Bill]

If there are any broken or stripped brake components replace them. Not any buts or maybees.

[Dylan]

Thanks guys!

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