[lanadrahrepus222]

Hello all,

I am trying to replace the front pads and rotors on my 17 X1. I am having trouble getting the two bolts out that hold the mounting brackets for the brake pads (see pic). Before I strip the head or break something, is this bolt reverse thread by any chance? I’ve tried everything I can think of to get them loose but they won’t budge. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

[X1604M]

They are regular bolts. Blow torch and penetrating oil combo might help it loosen. Good luck.

[rice_rocket88]

Regular bolts and regular direction...yours don't look corroded at all.. but maybe the socket you used wasn't great? use a 12point socket and a 1/2" breaker bar? Can't remember if it's a weird size like 18mm.. impact gun might help. Definitely a torch (but don't melt your brake line that's close. Looks like you have some penetrating oil on it already. I use PB blaster myself.

[lanadrahrepus222]

Just wanted to post an update. Got them off with some PB blaster and a good breaker bar. Just wanted to make sure I wasn’t making it harder on myself if they were reverse thread for some odd reason. Thanks for the help and suggestions!