Changing Pads and Rotors tomorrow

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Nov 19, 2010 | 03:36 PM

00NoVAVette

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Changing Pads and Rotors tomorrow

I have searched the forum for this already and I believe I have all the tools needed. BUT has anyone tried changing the pads/rotors and realized there was a tool they needed that they didnt have. I have all the basic hand tools. Thanks for the help.
John

Nov 19, 2010 | 04:19 PM

bumble-z

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Being that you'll have your rotors off, would be a good time to adjust your emergency brake.
(star washer)

You will need lots of muscle (lol) loc tite on hand for the caiper bracket bolt/nut.

Torque wrench. C clamp. wire/zip ties to hold caliper out of way.

Nov 19, 2010 | 05:40 PM

dgrant3830

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There's nothing really special needed although that C-Clamp would come in handy...I use one too to compress the calipers.

Nov 19, 2010 | 05:49 PM

Randyman2002

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This could help..... http://www.vetteweb.com/tech/vemp_07...ade/index.html

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Nov 19, 2010 | 08:13 PM

Slick Rick

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A big hammer.........

Nov 20, 2010 | 05:35 PM

dbaker

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While you're in there,upgrade to SS lines and add speed bleeder type check valves.

As always IMO.
\db2
carolina

Nov 20, 2010 | 06:40 PM

Rob's 73

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How did it go? If you need a tool or a hand let me know. I'm right down the street.

Nov 23, 2010 | 12:34 PM