Well, Let me tell you this, I have been running on those rebuilt calipers for over 24,000 miles and have had ZERO, (0) problems with my brakes.. In fact, I have had some serious hard emergency stops and never had an issue. And yes, I installed the heat shields without the tool. Did I get exactly .004 inch setback? Probably not. But I did set them back and at my last check, they are firmly in place and shielding the rubber bellows effectively.....

But, if you're not confident in doing it then DON'T! Whether you succeed at a job is more dependent on your confidence level then your skills and tools. If you're determined, you won't stop till you succeed.

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-Matt

EPA Section 609 Certified MVAC Technician
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Oil Burner Kartel Member #10

Ahh the smell of Diesel Fuel, it's like coffee in the morning!

My Car:

1982 300SD Turbo Diesel (231,500 miles!) RIP

1984 300SD Turbo Diesel Custom (235,500 mi on driveline.) - On Road!!

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