Quick Rotor Question For 2002 RX 300

[2StrongMNG]

Doing complete brake job tomorow on a 2002 rx 300

Was watching a youtube video and it showed on the rotors the guy said you have to insert a Bolt into 2 holes on the rear rotors to remove the rotors

is this needed???? and if so where do i get that bolt

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[Tanner]

Not needed 99% of the time. If the rotor doesnt want to come off, which is common, a good whack on the hat of the rotor/drum with a 5lb hammer almost always breaks it free.

Some rotors and drums have two drilled holes, often threaded to M10X1.5 to press the rotor or drum off the hub. Any hardware store should have these bolts in bulk, maybe a few cents each. I personally have only had to press a rotor or drum off once, but 99% of the time a solid smack between the studs with a heavy hammer is all ive ever needed.

[college man]

If the bolts are needed to press off the drums.
you can get them at any home center or auto store.

[college man]

If the bolts are needed to press off the drums.
you can get them at any home center or auto store.

[EricTheCarGuy]

As pointed out the bolts should be obtainable from the hardware store. Personally, I use the hammer method and it’s effective most of the time. Keep us posted.

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