The brake job
09-27-2020, 11:05 PM
#31
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
Which is why I'm asking. Not trying to go cheap, but if less expensive is as functional, with no squeaks or reduction in performance, why spend the extra?
And again, I won't be responsible for maintenance on this vehicle in 2 years, so is spending that extra $100 a good use of the money? Will the ECS/Amazon parts work as well?
And again, I won't be responsible for maintenance on this vehicle in 2 years, so is spending that extra $100 a good use of the money? Will the ECS/Amazon parts work as well?
09-28-2020, 11:14 AM
#32
Do you guys order new anti-rattle springs when doing a brake job? Most other manufacturers recommend it, but normally they're like $10. I see FCP charges like $60!
So I assume it's not necessary but just thought I'd ask. I know I read that you need new caliper bolts.
So I assume it's not necessary but just thought I'd ask. I know I read that you need new caliper bolts.
09-28-2020, 12:39 PM
#33
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
Do you guys order new anti-rattle springs when doing a brake job? Most other manufacturers recommend it, but normally they're like $10. I see FCP charges like $60!
So I assume it's not necessary but just thought I'd ask. I know I read that you need new caliper bolts.
So I assume it's not necessary but just thought I'd ask. I know I read that you need new caliper bolts.
09-28-2020, 04:30 PM
#35
Burning Brakes
from fcp euro
front brake kit $362
rear pads set $86
rear rotors set $262
rear sensor set $22
Total: $732 for parts for front and rear.
Porsche
front pads $308
front rotors $481
front sensors $89
rear pads $183
rear rotors $319
rear sensors $54
Total: $1434 caliper bolts are $4.50 each for front and $3.00 for rear.
I know who I'm going with.
front brake kit $362
rear pads set $86
rear rotors set $262
rear sensor set $22
Total: $732 for parts for front and rear.
Porsche
front pads $308
front rotors $481
front sensors $89
rear pads $183
rear rotors $319
rear sensors $54
Total: $1434 caliper bolts are $4.50 each for front and $3.00 for rear.
I know who I'm going with.
09-28-2020, 04:50 PM
#36
Burning Brakes
I spoke to "Porsche" indy shop. The owner is in the PCA and stuff so they do alot of Porsche work there. They tried charging me $100 less than the stealership. Why wouldn't I just go to stealership for that? I said are you using OEM Porsche parts? No, Textar/Zimmerman. Thanks, have a great life!
09-28-2020, 04:58 PM
#37
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
I spoke to "Porsche" indy shop. The owner is in the PCA and stuff so they do alot of Porsche work there. They tried charging me $100 less than the stealership. Why wouldn't I just go to stealership for that? I said are you using OEM Porsche parts? No, Textar/Zimmerman. Thanks, have a great life!
You literally just made my day with this funny..... i can't stop.
09-28-2020, 05:02 PM
#38
Burning Brakes
09-28-2020, 05:23 PM
#39
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
Also I ended up purchasing a set of triple square bit set for $25 on Amazon, some other tools and some fluids for the job. All in all, between tools part for brakes, plus tires and lug bolts, etc.... i think I'm in like $2k. But the tools stay forever (tool obsession here) plus the pads, rotors and tires will last the next 40k miles for sure (i think). If i do run the pads to the ground, the next set will be cheaper and easier with some of the new tools.
10-04-2020, 03:41 AM
#41
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
Finished yesterday..... all was ok, didn't flush the system just yet.
Looks like whomever was in there before me did a dirty job.
1. Rear sensors weren't connected st all.
2. Rear screws for shoe adjustment were stripped. Had to use the and hammer to get them out and onto new rotors.
3. The cleaning got me.... took too long for this brake job due to so much dirt and dust.
Looks like whomever was in there before me did a dirty job.
1. Rear sensors weren't connected st all.
2. Rear screws for shoe adjustment were stripped. Had to use the and hammer to get them out and onto new rotors.
3. The cleaning got me.... took too long for this brake job due to so much dirt and dust.
10-04-2020, 03:40 PM
#42
Three Wheelin'
I love it when folks say it takes 20min to bleed brakes (dry method and just a bleed). It takes me 20min to just get the car setup, the bleeder out of the box....and one wheel off.
10-05-2020, 01:32 AM
#43
Burning Brakes
Finished yesterday..... all was ok, didn't flush the system just yet.
Looks like whomever was in there before me did a dirty job.
1. Rear sensors weren't connected st all.
2. Rear screws for shoe adjustment were stripped. Had to use the and hammer to get them out and onto new rotors.
3. The cleaning got me.... took too long for this brake job due to so much dirt and dust.
Looks like whomever was in there before me did a dirty job.
1. Rear sensors weren't connected st all.
2. Rear screws for shoe adjustment were stripped. Had to use the and hammer to get them out and onto new rotors.
3. The cleaning got me.... took too long for this brake job due to so much dirt and dust.
10-05-2020, 01:33 AM
#44
Burning Brakes
Ha, yeah, that gets everyone the first time. These forums always underestimate the time it takes to do brakes, especially when something is stuck or needs to be hammered on. Also, getting out your tools, cleaning things and putting your tools back.
I love it when folks say it takes 20min to bleed brakes (dry method and just a bleed). It takes me 20min to just get the car setup, the bleeder out of the box....and one wheel off.
I love it when folks say it takes 20min to bleed brakes (dry method and just a bleed). It takes me 20min to just get the car setup, the bleeder out of the box....and one wheel off.
10-05-2020, 10:01 AM
#45
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
At first brakes felt just like they did on old setup. Went on the highway since the 8month old was fussy and drove around for a bit. After the highway, the brakes are exactly what I was looking for. Immediate bite and linear hold through entire braking process. I got the Zimm rotors and all Textar pads. I can't comment on the dust yet since I haven't had time to wash the car in quite a bit. I did replace all the things except fluid flush the brake fluid. Torqued everything to exact spec, even the new wheel lug bolts. With the new tires and new brakes the drive and stop feels much better. Now i got to change out those pesky upper control arms to stop the knocking over potholes and see what bushings or what else is worn and needs changing.
I can report back on brake dust if I pay attention to it. I never really cared or payed much attention to it.
I can report back on brake dust if I pay attention to it. I never really cared or payed much attention to it.