November 19, 200421 yr Anybody had any problems with the rear brake caliper support being bent/warped? Mine has been twisted inboard and the disk has been rubbing on the caliper. I can't figure a way to straighten it and looks like the only solution is to get a new support bracket. Mabey somebody out there has had this happen before and can offer a solution. There is no way I can see to shim it back straight either. It's not bad but just enough for the disk to rub and the disk has actually worn down a slight grove in the caliper. The disk and pad are in good shape.
November 19, 200421 yr You can get a new one for $5,190. The nice part is that it comes with a brand new 2004 REV3 attached to it.
November 19, 200421 yr Author Clarkp, you always have a good answer. If I could just get Santa to drop it off.
November 20, 200421 yr Terry: I've had the same problem as you. Simply bend the caliper back straight with a big pair of pliers. (really big) If it snaps then you needed a new one anyway right? I successfully straightened the rear caliper on my old 2000 Rev 3 and it seemed to be pretty good metal. Try to square it up with the brake rotor as best you can. Also once you have bent it as straight as you can get it, you still might need to shim the caliper mounting bolts with a flat washer or two in order to get it 100% lined up. The caliper must be perfectly lined up with the disc, and centered too if possible. Good luck, Jay
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