[Z06] Brake rotos/pad install
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Racer
Joined: Sep 2009
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From: CT
Brake rotos/pad install
Hey i have a new set of rotors and AC Delco pads to install on my 02 z, ive been contemplating doing it myself for a while, ive never done a brake job on any car however ive done some other work installed a vortech blower on my mustang. Anyway id like to save some money and learn how to change the pads/rotors, i planned to pick up a nice low profile floor jack as i have jack stands and just take it one wheel at a time. Question is what should i use to decompress the pistons to install the new pads also is this a job that someone can/should do their first time? I enjoy stopping hahah. Also i have heard you are suppose to use new bolts for the caliper bracket and caliper..but ive also heard guys re-use them and just use the "Red" loctite stuff. With this all said i dont impact tools so id be doing all the wrenching by hand..let me know your thoughts, any help is appreciated.
Melting Slicks
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From: Springhill FL
If you are comfortable with tools and understand how the brakes work it is really not a difficult job. To compress the calipers I have used everything from a big C-clamp to a pair of channel-locs. Just be sure to apply pressure to the piston straight on to avoid damaging it.
I always reused my bolts on the brakes without issue. A bit of red loc-tite and they worked fine
BTW, update your location! Perhaps a member near you could offer to give you a hand. I know if anyone near me needs assistance or access to the tools I've alway got the room in my garage for a sunday job
I always reused my bolts on the brakes without issue. A bit of red loc-tite and they worked fine
BTW, update your location! Perhaps a member near you could offer to give you a hand. I know if anyone near me needs assistance or access to the tools I've alway got the room in my garage for a sunday job
Race Director
Joined: Aug 1999
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From: Houston Texas
If you installed a Vortech on a car you will be able to do the brakes. If needed, take your time and check the forum for any questions.
With regards to compressing the caliper, I've used a big C-clamp and a block of wood (2x4). This helped provide even direct pressure. I would also put a rag over the caliper to avoid scratcing it up.
Rick
With regards to compressing the caliper, I've used a big C-clamp and a block of wood (2x4). This helped provide even direct pressure. I would also put a rag over the caliper to avoid scratcing it up.
Rick
Melting Slicks
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Here are two threads to check out.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/c5/c5-...brake-pads.php
Post #4 has good info in it.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-t...y-someone.html
Thread Starter
Racer
Joined: Sep 2009
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From: CT
Thanks for the input guys, I will probably give it a shot, i did in fact install a vortech kit on my mustang without any issue really and ive wrenched other things before intakes/exhaust just haven't ever messed with the brakes.
Melting Slicks
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Here's another DIY with pics (everyone likes pics LOL). http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-g...nd-rotors.html
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