Parts required for DIY brake job
#1
Parts required for DIY brake job
I'm ready to order F and R pads, rotors are still good, just wondering what other parts I should order. Is there a complete kit, pins, shims etc, or multiple part #s.
I understand its pretty straight forward as far as brakes go, but if anyone has any pointers, they would be appreciated.
FWIW 03 C2
Cheers
I understand its pretty straight forward as far as brakes go, but if anyone has any pointers, they would be appreciated.
FWIW 03 C2
Cheers
#3
#4
I'm ready to order F and R pads, rotors are still good, just wondering what other parts I should order. Is there a complete kit, pins, shims etc, or multiple part #s.
I understand its pretty straight forward as far as brakes go, but if anyone has any pointers, they would be appreciated.
FWIW 03 C2
Cheers
I understand its pretty straight forward as far as brakes go, but if anyone has any pointers, they would be appreciated.
FWIW 03 C2
Cheers
I change brakes rather frequently due to DE so I have been reusing the vibration dampers (using Brake Quiet to attach them) and reusing the hardware (called a Repair Kit in the link). I changed just the pads and the sensors on my most recent effort.
#5
I forewent the replacement of the brake sensor wires when I did my brakes - I just clipped them and spliced the 2 wires together, then plasti-dipped the connections (the dip, not the spray). In my opinion, the sensors are an unnecessary feature/expense as you can easily see the brake pad thickness from outside. Also, if changing pads frequently (track to street pads, and vice-versa), these wires are a nuisance to constantly mount into and dismount from the pads.
Also, I went with Stoptech Street Performance pads ordered from Zeckhausen.com and I am very happy with these. Much less expensive than OEM pads.
Also, I went with Stoptech Street Performance pads ordered from Zeckhausen.com and I am very happy with these. Much less expensive than OEM pads.
#6
Just did mine about 2 weeks ago. Change your Dampers and Shims for sure!!! Also the Spring Kit might be Fatigued change that as well. No need for new Caliper Bolts. I Did it and it was pointless. Also Brake Sensors will need to be replaced if Light Came on
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#8
The dampers/shims just sit there to reduce vibration; you could actually run without them. Of course, they are cheap. so you could replace them for simplicity.
Porsche recommends replacing the caliper bolts. Overkill? Probably, but they are only $2.60 each. Better safe than sorry; you never know what heat cycling has done to fatigue the bolts.
#10
I disagree. If you want to save a few bucks, keep the dampers and shims, and replace the Caliper Bolts .
The dampers/shims just sit there to reduce vibration; you could actually run without them. Of course, they are cheap. so you could replace them for simplicity.
Porsche recommends replacing the caliper bolts. Overkill? Probably, but they are only $2.60 each. Better safe than sorry; you never know what heat cycling has done to fatigue the bolts.
The dampers/shims just sit there to reduce vibration; you could actually run without them. Of course, they are cheap. so you could replace them for simplicity.
Porsche recommends replacing the caliper bolts. Overkill? Probably, but they are only $2.60 each. Better safe than sorry; you never know what heat cycling has done to fatigue the bolts.
#11
You guys are brilliant, thanks for all the info, tips and vids. Rotors are good, SS lines and flush a few months back, no brake light, yet anyway. I do have a fair bit of pad left, but probably wouldn't pass track inspection.
Zookie, did you source any of the parts locally?
So a complete parts list would be:
pads
shims
spring kit
dampers
caliper bolts
brake sensors
Zookie, did you source any of the parts locally?
So a complete parts list would be:
pads
shims
spring kit
dampers
caliper bolts
brake sensors
#12
You guys are brilliant, thanks for all the info, tips and vids. Rotors are good, SS lines and flush a few months back, no brake light, yet anyway. I do have a fair bit of pad left, but probably wouldn't pass track inspection.
Zookie, did you source any of the parts locally?
So a complete parts list would be:
pads
shims
spring kit
dampers
caliper bolts
brake sensors
Zookie, did you source any of the parts locally?
So a complete parts list would be:
pads
shims
spring kit
dampers
caliper bolts
brake sensors
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#14
You dont need Caliper Bolts if you are not Removing Calipers to Change out Rotors.