Brake rotor studs stuck

1993 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER
95,000 MILES • 3.0L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BRESNICK87
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Hello. I'm trying to change a rotor but two studs snapped in half and got stuck. I have tried getting them out but can't figure it out. Is there anyway to get them off without removing the whole strut? I've tried pounding them out with a sledge, using a ratchet, and nothing budges. Please help.
Jul 26, 2019 at 2:17 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Welcome to 2CarPros.

Are you referring to the caliper slide bolts or the caliper mount/adapter bolts? I attached two pictures. Tell me which picture is the one that shows the problem area. Also, if you take a look through this following link, it may better help you identify the part.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-front-brake-pads-and-rotors-fwd

Let me know.

Joe

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Jul 26, 2019 at 7:10 PM
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BRESNICK87
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They are stuck in the hub and bearing.
Jul 27, 2019 at 6:33 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Welcome back:

Okay, then the caliper mount bolts broke in the steering knuckle (picture 1). The only way you are going to get them out is via a drill and an easy out. They are threaded into the steering knuckle. If the threads are damaged when you try to remove them, you have a couple choices such as a helicoil, retap the threads and replace the bolts, or replace the knuckle.

Let me know if I can help or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe
Jul 27, 2019 at 5:38 PM