Hi all...I took my rear wheel off today for a new tyre.The rear brake pads looked like they wouldnt make it to the next tyre change,so i bought some pads.My problem is,I havnt got the socket to undo the single threaded pin that holds the pads to the caliper.I went down to bunnings and bought torx type socket thinking it would fit,But it dont.

1..Can someone tell me what size and type of socket to get ?

2..Can the pads be changed without taking the wheel off???If so,i can fit wheel and change pads on a later date.If not,I will sort it out now.

yes thay can be changed with out taking the wheel off , its a 12 point af size if you do a search i am sure its hear some wear .

[edit] I was beaten to the reply.

Hi all...Thanks for the replies.Ive never seen a 12 point AF socket that size before,Ive got the other type sockets in that size though.

Anyhow,I can see im going to have hassels getting that wheel back on.

Ring Spanner does the same job, 1/4" by memory

Hi all...Thanks everyone,Its all sorted.Got the socket for $4.50.