How hard is it to change brake pads?

[frayed]

I've never done it, although I always change my oil, and have done the differentials and tranny and transfer in my wife's suv, and am generally mechanically inclined.

Any links to instructions? (I'm waiting for my Bentley manual from amazon).

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Originally posted by frayed
I've never done it, although I always change my oil, and have done the differentials and tranny and transfer in my wife's suv, and am generally mechanically inclined.

Any links to instructions? (I'm waiting for my Bentley manual from amazon).

Hey Frayed,

Not to worry!

It's a slam dunk to change out your brake pads.

Go to www.racepad.com for instructions with pic's and tools needed.

The first time will be the most time consuming and difficult, the second time it will be very easy and quick.

Make your first brake pad change at home with a buddy for assistance before you go to the track and do it.

Cheers

[frayed]

Whoa! That is great. Many thanks.

I'll be sure to get to the dealer to pick up some platilube and spare parts just in case.

hasta,

[frayed]

I did the brake pad swap this afternoon. Followed the racepad instructions to install a set of Rotex pads. Took 3.5 hours, including washing each wheel (front and back), to get rid of all the dust build-up. (man, was there a lot on the inside). I'd guess one hour less on the next time.

To any other first timers out there, don't follow racepad's instructions on removal of the wear sensors. I had better luck with a pair of needle-nose pliers. . . with no breakage.

Next projects:

X-brace
chrome grill kit

for next weekend.