9964runner

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

redridge

there is a brake kit... call suncoast. Talk to Aaron he'll hook you up. Need a brake flush?

frisbee91

Van has a great DIY video on the subject...
https://rennlist.com/forums/996-foru...-tutorial.html

DCP

http://www.renntech.org/forums/tutor...-instructions/

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.

laz74

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.

Zookie

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

spender

Hey Zookie, how long did it take you? Did you change pads and rotors?

frisbee91

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.

URQ

You're all forgetting the most important part.....
Before starting any DIY job - including brakes - the first thing one buys is a 12 pack of your favorite brew!

DCP

I agree with this. It is important for us to realize that if the manufacturer says to replace the caliper bolts that it is likely because the bolts are designed to deform when tightened to achieve the desired end result. A repeat tightening will not work correctly. At least that is what my engineer brother told me when I asked him this question.

9964runner

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

DCP

You need the caliper bolts only if you are changing rotors. You don't have to take the caliper off to change pads.

9964runner

Oh yea, so used to vehicles that need rotors with every set of pads... So who started the rumor P-cars are expensive to maintain anyway??

Zookie

Read this Thread https://rennlist.com/forums/996-foru...rake-time.html

You dont need Caliper Bolts if you are not Removing Calipers to Change out Rotors.

NZ951

I just changed mine... just replaced the pads and threw the vibration things away... no issues.

You only need to replace the sensors if they wore through and activated.