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How to Align a Hydraulic Disc Brake on a Bike
ChannelPark ToolIn brief
Fix a rubbing hydraulic disc brake on any bike by aligning the caliper properly. This quick process uses basic tools and a repair stand to eliminate annoying friction without needing brand-specific knowledge. Perfect for cyclists who want to avoid unnecessary wear or noise.
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What tools do I need?
Hex and torque-compatible tools, a torque wrench, and a repair stand (like the PCS-10 or portable alternatives). A light to backlight the caliper helps too.
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A rubbing disc brake is a common problem, and even the slightest rub which might not really be slowing you down, can still be annoying. Regardless of the brand or model, this video will help you get rid of that pesky rub.
Questions or comments? Leave them below!
See all our disc brake videos in our Disc Brake Repair Help playlist ▶︎ youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGCTGpvdT04TW0Qi4wpG…
Video contents:
00:00 Preliminary Information
00:57 Diagnosis
02:54 Alignment Procedure
04:09 Additional Knowledge
➤ Tools & materials used:
• Hex & Torque-Compatible Tools - parktool.com/category/hex-torx-compatible-tools
• Torque wrench - parktool.com/category/torque-tools
• Light to backlight the caliper
• Repair Stand - PCS-10 Home Mechanic Repair Stand - parktool.com/product/home-mechanic-repair-stand…
Other portable repair stands - parktool.com/category/portable
For a text-based walk-through of this process: parktool.com/blog//hydraulic-disc-brake-alignme…
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➤ Fix It:
Did you know that Park Tool is the #1 resource for bicycle repair education?
• Visit our YouTube Channel: youtube.com/parktool
• Visit the Repair Help section of Parktool.com: parktool.com/blog/repair-help/
• Check out The Big Blue Book of Bicycle Repair: parktool.com/product/big-blue-book-of-bicycle-r…
➤ About Park Tool:
Since our founding in 1963, Park Tool has been the leading name in bicycle tools. Our YouTube channel is an extension of our mission to be the ultimate resource for mechanics and riders of all skill levels. Here you will find comprehensive repair help tutorials for a wide range of components and processes, as well as troubleshooting guides, tips and tricks, and information on the latest Park Tool products.
➤ More Disc Brake Repair Help:
• How to Replace Brake Pads on a Bike - Disc Brakes ▶︎ youtu.be/Xqw0SaZl-jo
• How to Replace a Disc Brake Rotor on a Bike ▶︎ youtu.be/SE9DJKXmIy8
• How to Align a Mechanical Disc Brake on a Bike ▶︎ youtu.be/NmqGeLNcVIg
• How to True a Bicycle Disc Brake Rotor ▶︎ youtu.be/O0c2Ez2v0PU
Questions or comments? Leave them below!
See all our disc brake videos in our Disc Brake Repair Help playlist ▶︎ youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGCTGpvdT04TW0Qi4wpG…
Video contents:
00:00 Preliminary Information
00:57 Diagnosis
02:54 Alignment Procedure
04:09 Additional Knowledge
➤ Tools & materials used:
• Hex & Torque-Compatible Tools - parktool.com/category/hex-torx-compatible-tools
• Torque wrench - parktool.com/category/torque-tools
• Light to backlight the caliper
• Repair Stand - PCS-10 Home Mechanic Repair Stand - parktool.com/product/home-mechanic-repair-stand…
Other portable repair stands - parktool.com/category/portable
For a text-based walk-through of this process: parktool.com/blog//hydraulic-disc-brake-alignme…
➤ Subscribe: youtube.com/user/parktoolcompany?sub_confirmati…
➤ Like: facebook.com/parktool
➤ Follow: instagram.com/parktoolblue
➤ Fix It:
Did you know that Park Tool is the #1 resource for bicycle repair education?
• Visit our YouTube Channel: youtube.com/parktool
• Visit the Repair Help section of Parktool.com: parktool.com/blog/repair-help/
• Check out The Big Blue Book of Bicycle Repair: parktool.com/product/big-blue-book-of-bicycle-r…
➤ About Park Tool:
Since our founding in 1963, Park Tool has been the leading name in bicycle tools. Our YouTube channel is an extension of our mission to be the ultimate resource for mechanics and riders of all skill levels. Here you will find comprehensive repair help tutorials for a wide range of components and processes, as well as troubleshooting guides, tips and tricks, and information on the latest Park Tool products.
➤ More Disc Brake Repair Help:
• How to Replace Brake Pads on a Bike - Disc Brakes ▶︎ youtu.be/Xqw0SaZl-jo
• How to Replace a Disc Brake Rotor on a Bike ▶︎ youtu.be/SE9DJKXmIy8
• How to Align a Mechanical Disc Brake on a Bike ▶︎ youtu.be/NmqGeLNcVIg
• How to True a Bicycle Disc Brake Rotor ▶︎ youtu.be/O0c2Ez2v0PU
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Park Tool published this 5:16 video tutorial on October 26, 2018. It has been watched 3,414,369 times on YouTube.
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