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Post by thetexasbandit on Apr 30, 2017 10:51:28 GMT -5
So there probably already is a form out here for this. But does anyone have detailed instructions oh how to replace the front brake pads? I'm looking to replace them today. And since I couldn't find any repairs books at the parts store, I am resorting to this form. If anyone has these instructions on how to do this it would be great! Thanks guys! :-)
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Post by pinstryper on Apr 30, 2017 16:31:04 GMT -5
try youtube, remove wheels, remove caliper bolts, push pads back, remove pads
Install new pads, reinstall calipers, reinstall wheels.
start engine, push brake pedal a couple times to bring everything up.
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Post by dirk on Apr 30, 2017 16:49:54 GMT -5
Pads are super easy, rotors not quite as easy because you have to remove the hub, unbolt the abs ring, unbolt rotor from hub etc. And usually you repack the bearings and retorque them down, making sure to preload them then back off and retorque again.
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Post by thetexasbandit on Apr 30, 2017 20:39:52 GMT -5
try youtube, remove wheels, remove caliper bolts, push pads back, remove pads Install new pads, reinstall calipers, reinstall wheels. start engine, push brake pedal a couple times to bring everything up. So no bleeding the brakes? Or is that something that is automatic? |
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Post by thetexasbandit on Apr 30, 2017 20:41:30 GMT -5
Pads are super easy, rotors not quite as easy because you have to remove the hub, unbolt the abs ring, unbolt rotor from hub etc. And usually you repack the bearings and retorque them down, making sure to preload them then back off and retorque again. Rotors looked good for now. I'm am gonna upgraded to some performance brakes soon |
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Post by Naeos_Valkarian on May 1, 2017 10:24:16 GMT -5
Pads are super easy, rotors not quite as easy because you have to remove the hub, unbolt the abs ring, unbolt rotor from hub etc. And usually you repack the bearings and retorque them down, making sure to preload them then back off and retorque again. Rotors looked good for now. I'm am gonna upgraded to some performance brakes soon Based on my two unique experiences I would recommend avoiding Powerstop performance ceramic pads on our sports if you like the feel of firm pad bite. Powerstop ceramics provide a smooth as glass feel to the braking action and IMHO tend to be a little under performing. I have to press a little harder than I'd like too in order to stop quickly. Not a big fan of brake dust which is what led me to these pads and as such I'll keep using them until my next pad change. (Could also be that these were designed for cars not big heavy trucks xD)This could also be a unique issue with my own vehicle (EG: Booster on it's way out) so I'd take this information with a grain of salt. Next time I change my pads I'll likely go with EBC Greens because I've heard good things about them. |
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Post by pinstryper on May 1, 2017 15:55:59 GMT -5
there is a thread here about brake pads numbering/marking etc. It was very informative
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Post by Naeos_Valkarian on May 2, 2017 2:55:29 GMT -5
there is a thread here about brake pads numbering/marking etc. It was very informative I know my high end ceramics are GG rated and they definitely have that stopping power, albeit only after 8-10 intense stops and they get hot or at first start up when there's still rust on the rotors from sitting overnight. The hotter these pads are the better they perform, and I do a lot of highway driving with only light braking so they never hit their optimum temperature range. |
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