1st time CL change
#61
Rennlist Member
Well I popped my CL cherry! I did a complete 4 wheel CL change yesterday to put on my O.Z HLT's and learned quite a bit along the way. Thanks to Mike and Mike for all of the great info and direction! I'm no videographer but did the best I could to document this in a video.
Some overall impressions.
1. As Mike in CA says, this is not rocket science. It does seem intimidating at first but if you take your time initially and READ YOUR MANUAL as well as review the other CL info available, The video has a section on hub and wheel inspection and what to look for, It's nearly as easy as any wheel change. If you have basic shop/auto knowledge this really will be a breeze.
2. Rear wheels do not require the use of applying the brake via use of an extra person or clamp, the parking brake does a good job.
3. The front wheels can be done alone. At first I had a hard time getting enough brake pressure to keep the fronts from turning but then I started the car and pumped the brakes before applying the clamp and all was good. They will move around a bit on you as well if you are applying any force in L or R direction but it is really manageable if you start with the wheels perfectly straight and apply your force evenly and on a vertical plane.
4. The paste is a mess, USE GLOVES. Period.
5. The jackpoint stands work great and were completely rock solid throughout. I highly recommend these.
6. In all not something I see as a big deal at all, From the time I grabbed the jack till the time I was done and scrubbing in my new tires, about an hour and 45 mins. That including fumbling with a video camera, reading and re reading the manual and other docs, and just being generally OCD. As long as you are prepared with the right tools, DID I MENTION GLOVES FOR THE PASTE, it really should take you no longer than 30-40 mins to do all 4 wheels given average experience. The process would go alot faster if you have 2 sockets and a dedicated breaker bar and torque wrench which I will be ordering shortly.
I really like the look of the O.Z HLT's as well, My GR inbound has the stock grey wheels so it will be cool to have both colors.
Some overall impressions.
1. As Mike in CA says, this is not rocket science. It does seem intimidating at first but if you take your time initially and READ YOUR MANUAL as well as review the other CL info available, The video has a section on hub and wheel inspection and what to look for, It's nearly as easy as any wheel change. If you have basic shop/auto knowledge this really will be a breeze.
2. Rear wheels do not require the use of applying the brake via use of an extra person or clamp, the parking brake does a good job.
3. The front wheels can be done alone. At first I had a hard time getting enough brake pressure to keep the fronts from turning but then I started the car and pumped the brakes before applying the clamp and all was good. They will move around a bit on you as well if you are applying any force in L or R direction but it is really manageable if you start with the wheels perfectly straight and apply your force evenly and on a vertical plane.
4. The paste is a mess, USE GLOVES. Period.
5. The jackpoint stands work great and were completely rock solid throughout. I highly recommend these.
6. In all not something I see as a big deal at all, From the time I grabbed the jack till the time I was done and scrubbing in my new tires, about an hour and 45 mins. That including fumbling with a video camera, reading and re reading the manual and other docs, and just being generally OCD. As long as you are prepared with the right tools, DID I MENTION GLOVES FOR THE PASTE, it really should take you no longer than 30-40 mins to do all 4 wheels given average experience. The process would go alot faster if you have 2 sockets and a dedicated breaker bar and torque wrench which I will be ordering shortly.
I really like the look of the O.Z HLT's as well, My GR inbound has the stock grey wheels so it will be cool to have both colors.
Last edited by Strimdog; 01-04-2015 at 09:41 AM.
#62
Three Wheelin'
Well I popped my CL cherry! I did a complete 4 wheel CL change yesterday to put on my O.Z HLT's and learned quite a bit along the way. Thanks to Mike and Mike for all of the great info and direction! I'm no videographer but did the best I could to document this in a video.
Some overall impressions.
1. As Mike in CA says, this is not rocket science. It does seem intimidating at first but if you take your time initially and READ YOUR MANUAL as well as review the other CL info available, The video has a section on hub and wheel inspection and what to look for, It's nearly as easy as any wheel change. If you have basic shop/auto knowledge this really will be a breeze.
2. Rear wheels do not require the use of applying the brake via use of an extra person or clamp, the parking brake does a good job.
3. The front wheels can be done alone. At first I had a hard time getting enough brake pressure to keep the fronts from turning but then I started the car and pumped the brakes before applying the clamp and all was good. They will move around a bit on you as well if you are applying any force in L or R direction but it is really manageable if you start with the wheels perfectly straight and apply your force evenly and on a vertical plane.
4. The paste is a mess, USE GLOVES. Period.
5. The jackpoint stands work great and were completely rock solid throughout. I highly recommend these.
6. In all not something I see as a big deal at all, From the time I grabbed the jack till the time I was done and scrubbing in my new tires, about an hour and 45 mins. That including fumbling with a video camera, reading and re reading the manual and other docs, and just being generally OCD. As long as you are prepared with the right tools, DID I MENTION GLOVES FOR THE PASTE, it really should take you no longer than 30-40 mins to do all 4 wheels given average experience. The process would go alot faster if you have 2 sockets and a dedicated breaker bar and torque wrench which I will be ordering shortly.
I really like the look of the O.Z HLT's as well, My GR inbound has the stock grey wheels so it will be cool to have both colors.
Some overall impressions.
1. As Mike in CA says, this is not rocket science. It does seem intimidating at first but if you take your time initially and READ YOUR MANUAL as well as review the other CL info available, The video has a section on hub and wheel inspection and what to look for, It's nearly as easy as any wheel change. If you have basic shop/auto knowledge this really will be a breeze.
2. Rear wheels do not require the use of applying the brake via use of an extra person or clamp, the parking brake does a good job.
3. The front wheels can be done alone. At first I had a hard time getting enough brake pressure to keep the fronts from turning but then I started the car and pumped the brakes before applying the clamp and all was good. They will move around a bit on you as well if you are applying any force in L or R direction but it is really manageable if you start with the wheels perfectly straight and apply your force evenly and on a vertical plane.
4. The paste is a mess, USE GLOVES. Period.
5. The jackpoint stands work great and were completely rock solid throughout. I highly recommend these.
6. In all not something I see as a big deal at all, From the time I grabbed the jack till the time I was done and scrubbing in my new tires, about an hour and 45 mins. That including fumbling with a video camera, reading and re reading the manual and other docs, and just being generally OCD. As long as you are prepared with the right tools, DID I MENTION GLOVES FOR THE PASTE, it really should take you no longer than 30-40 mins to do all 4 wheels given average experience. The process would go alot faster if you have 2 sockets and a dedicated breaker bar and torque wrench which I will be ordering shortly.
I really like the look of the O.Z HLT's as well, My GR inbound has the stock grey wheels so it will be cool to have both colors.
Excellent!!!!!!!
#64
Race Director
Thread Starter
I posted a reply in the other thread but you did such a great job that it doesn't hurt to say it twice: absolutely awesome vid, Strimdog!
#65
Rennlist Member
It was my pleasure sir! Really appreciate the kind words. Hopefully it will take much of the mystery out of them for our fellow Rennlisters!
#66
Burning Brakes
Great job, but I am more impressed with your garage!
#69
Nordschleife Master
Well I popped my CL cherry! I did a complete 4 wheel CL change yesterday to put on my O.Z HLT's and learned quite a bit along the way. Thanks to Mike and Mike for all of the great info and direction! I'm no videographer but did the best I could to document this in a video.
Some overall impressions.
1. As Mike in CA says, this is not rocket science. It does seem intimidating at first but if you take your time initially and READ YOUR MANUAL as well as review the other CL info available, The video has a section on hub and wheel inspection and what to look for, It's nearly as easy as any wheel change. If you have basic shop/auto knowledge this really will be a breeze.
2. Rear wheels do not require the use of applying the brake via use of an extra person or clamp, the parking brake does a good job.
3. The front wheels can be done alone. At first I had a hard time getting enough brake pressure to keep the fronts from turning but then I started the car and pumped the brakes before applying the clamp and all was good. They will move around a bit on you as well if you are applying any force in L or R direction but it is really manageable if you start with the wheels perfectly straight and apply your force evenly and on a vertical plane.
4. The paste is a mess, USE GLOVES. Period.
5. The jackpoint stands work great and were completely rock solid throughout. I highly recommend these.
6. In all not something I see as a big deal at all, From the time I grabbed the jack till the time I was done and scrubbing in my new tires, about an hour and 45 mins. That including fumbling with a video camera, reading and re reading the manual and other docs, and just being generally OCD. As long as you are prepared with the right tools, DID I MENTION GLOVES FOR THE PASTE, it really should take you no longer than 30-40 mins to do all 4 wheels given average experience. The process would go alot faster if you have 2 sockets and a dedicated breaker bar and torque wrench which I will be ordering shortly.
I really like the look of the O.Z HLT's as well, My GR inbound has the stock grey wheels so it will be cool to have both colors.
Some overall impressions.
1. As Mike in CA says, this is not rocket science. It does seem intimidating at first but if you take your time initially and READ YOUR MANUAL as well as review the other CL info available, The video has a section on hub and wheel inspection and what to look for, It's nearly as easy as any wheel change. If you have basic shop/auto knowledge this really will be a breeze.
2. Rear wheels do not require the use of applying the brake via use of an extra person or clamp, the parking brake does a good job.
3. The front wheels can be done alone. At first I had a hard time getting enough brake pressure to keep the fronts from turning but then I started the car and pumped the brakes before applying the clamp and all was good. They will move around a bit on you as well if you are applying any force in L or R direction but it is really manageable if you start with the wheels perfectly straight and apply your force evenly and on a vertical plane.
4. The paste is a mess, USE GLOVES. Period.
5. The jackpoint stands work great and were completely rock solid throughout. I highly recommend these.
6. In all not something I see as a big deal at all, From the time I grabbed the jack till the time I was done and scrubbing in my new tires, about an hour and 45 mins. That including fumbling with a video camera, reading and re reading the manual and other docs, and just being generally OCD. As long as you are prepared with the right tools, DID I MENTION GLOVES FOR THE PASTE, it really should take you no longer than 30-40 mins to do all 4 wheels given average experience. The process would go alot faster if you have 2 sockets and a dedicated breaker bar and torque wrench which I will be ordering shortly.
I really like the look of the O.Z HLT's as well, My GR inbound has the stock grey wheels so it will be cool to have both colors.
#70
Rennlist Member
Thanks! I love my garage! The floor is my favorite part, and that was the least expensive part!
Just PM me your e-Mail address and I will send them to you.
Thanks Zulu!
Thank you sir! Actually, MY tool kit is a clone of yours!
Thanks Zulu!
Thank you sir! Actually, MY tool kit is a clone of yours!
#73
Rennlist Member
I think someone replied on the 15 steering lock question. Just in case my 15 does not have a steering lock.
#74
Race Director
Thread Starter
Zulu's and Alan's are 15's; Zulu has a lock, Alan's doesn't. That is very strange.
Zulu, is your steering just hard to turn so that you can tug on it to exit, or do you hear the definite click of a steering lock engaging?
Comments from other '14/'15 owners welcome...
#75
Rennlist Member
Just went down to the garage and tried again. My 15 definitely does not have a steering lock.