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2007 HHR - which REAR brake shoes fit ?

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Old Jul 17, 2019 | 08:10 AM
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The correct tool makes the universal spring easy.



Old Jul 19, 2019 | 07:53 AM
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Originally Posted by donbrew
The correct tool makes the universal spring easy.



Ive had the shoes off twice in my HHR and I NEVER thought of using the hub as leverage to get the spring on -_- I am thinking this could be done with a pair of pliers with some long handles if you have enough grip strength.
Old Jul 19, 2019 | 07:55 AM
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No , the hook on the brake tool is a requirement, pliers would just slip.
Old Jul 19, 2019 | 07:58 AM
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No , the hook on the brake tool is a requirement, pliers would just slip.
I am tempted to try it. I will if I ever have a reason to and I will revive this thread XD

I have a pair of long pliers and the handle is actually curved a bit, might work :O
Old Jul 19, 2019 | 08:33 AM
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I’ve used visegrip locking pliers in the horseshoe spring, you need a extra set of hands!
Old Jul 19, 2019 | 09:35 AM
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Been there, done that. Spent an hour got bloody knuckles used words a sailor would blush at. Got the correct tool, done in 10 minutes including cleaning the backing plate.
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