I _planned_ to get my rotors turned when I just recently did my front brake job, but I could not get the rotors off (95 taco 4wd v6). Those little cone shaped washers were really pressed in there which prevented me from getting the rotors off. I used the lugs which when tightened should have pushed the rotor back to give the cone-washers space to be plucked out but no go.
What have other people done? Did I do anything wrong or is there a better technique?
Eric
If they are anything like the washers on my 4runner ('84) hubs, I compressed them slightly with vise grips and they came right off.
Jerry W.
Cone Washer Removal tips:
I actually did it a good way: When I replaced my front brakes, I took the old pads and put them against the surface where the conewashers are, and took a rubber hammer to it. They all popped right out with a few bangs.
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