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Subject:Re: 84 VS 86 front brakes?
From:Benjamin Tan
Date:Tue, 27 Feb 2001 16:15:56 EST

Matthew,

IIRC your earlier model brake calipers do not require removal for pad
replacement. The pads are held in place by pins. You drive out the pins with
a suitable drift. Compress the cylinder. Then just pull out the pads from the
top of the caliper.

BenT
San Francisco