No question(s) here. I'm sure by now most of us know how to properly change our brake pads, so no need for a play by play of events here. Just wanted to share some information with fellow car enthusiasts.

I was aware my pads needed to be replaced soon, so I went ahead and ordered some replacement pads. I continued to drive the car around, taking it easy, while waiting for the new pads to arrive (which they did the evening before a car show). The car showed no signs of problems with just me driving, but when we added two other adults to the equation on our way to a car show, things were different. Good thing nothing happened on our way there and back. Needless to say, shortly after getting back from the show, the pads were replaced.

Choice for replacement


old vs new - rear


Rear pads installed


old vs new - front


Front being worked on


Manual calls for use of a big c-clamp to compress caliper. We used something a little different, but equally efficient. *Note: do keep an eye on the brake fluid level. No, I did not make a mess.*


After finishing, and making sure everything was secured and good to go, we went for a drive to brake-in (burnish) the pads.


Want to give a shout out to Brakespros.com for their quick turnaround on my order!

Keep it safe out there fellows!

 

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Edit: Whats up with your rear rotor and the circular markings on the rotor surface?

 

Completely satisfied with the product and customer service! As for the circular markings on the rear rotor surface, those come from deglazing them. After inspecting and measuring all rotors, we concluded we did not have to replace them or have them turned. However, we did have to deglaze them in order to get them ready to accept the new pads. It assists with the bedding.

 

I figured it was some sort of process used to "re-new" the rotor, just never seen them done in a spiral like that.

 

BTW, did I mention that this tool is awesome?!?