JKbride

I recently did the DIY mod for Aluminum brake pad shims and they really look good on the car. For anyone with average skills you too can do this and I hope the pictures and info below help you if you decide to make them yourself.


I purchased aluminum roof flashing my local Home Improvement Store (Lowes). I simply placed the existing brake shim on the Aluminum metal and used a finishing nail to trace a template. I then used a good pair of scissors to cut it out.

Aluminum brake pad shims-Estimated time to make 1 hour.

What is needed:

• Four (4) pieces of 5X7in Aluminum Step Flashing (.50 cents each) or you can purchase a small roll for appox $10. Flashing comes in Galvanized Steel or Aluminum….you want Aluminum.
  
  
  
• Scissors to cut the flashing. It’s thin and scissor work great.
  
• Finishing nail or other tool to scribe the template onto the Aluminum
  
• Existing Brake Shim to trace onto the Aluminum.
  
  
  
• Small drill bit if holes are needed (based on brake pads)

Points to keep in mind:

• The aluminum is soft so use a cloth when putting it on your working surface to avoid scratches.
  
• It is also sharp, so use care when handling. If you have to drill a small hole (I did for the rear set) use a small bit and then go larger. Use care when drilling and clamp if possible. If drilling and it spins you could get a serious cut.
  

Here’s the pictures and final product installed.





Hope this helps.
John

mazurekd

Nice!

Smooth72

cool diy