kober1 Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 I feel that I am not a noob when it comes to doing matinence on my car but I have never messed with the brakes. How difficult is it to replace the rear pads? I have always changed my own oil and installed my own tbe ect. but what if any problems do you think I would have changing them for the first time? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underpowerd Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 easy breezy, go for it. fronts are just as easy, btw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whatisit Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 my tip is to do only one side at a time. In case you get lost, you can always use the other side for reference. I have not done disc brakes on my legacy, usually you need a caliper tool to push back the piston so you can get the new pads in. other then that basic hand tools are needed http://images.superstreetonline.com/techarticles/130_22_z+acura_rsx_s_brake_install+compress_piston.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sactojesse Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 I've always just used a large C-clamp to push the piston back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RustyShackleford Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 I've always just used a large C-clamp to push the piston back. I find my fingers are usually sufficient; beware of the brake fluid reservoir overflowing as fluid is pushed back into it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underpowerd Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 the e-brake isn't incorporated on the lgt (at least my 05), so no need to twist back in, just push it in with your thumb, or clamp or vise grips or similar.. it goes in slow, so don't get discouraged -- and push it in just far enough, no need to fully compress it. my girl's hyundai had that and it was a bitch to figure out (and do without the tool). curiously a pair of needlenose ended up saving the day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regal05LGT Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 So you don't have to worry about the caliper pistons on the 05'? Brake job in my near future.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
legacygtkc Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 just did all 4 brakes two weeks ago, easy i also used a c clamp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kober1 Posted January 23, 2009 Author Share Posted January 23, 2009 Thanks, I figured it wouldn't be too bad but wanted to make sure. Doing it tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterJMC Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 Good to know that the rears only require compression in the rears. I was helping a friend with a Mazda 3 change his brake calipers and when we got to the rears we failed miserably. Ended up installing the old pads and he took it to the shop. He let me know a few days later that all we had to do is screw down the piston :doh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAvery529 Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Changing disc brakes in general is pretty easy. I did all 4 of mine in probably about 3 hours. Only took that long because the only tools I had were a tire iron, and open end wrenches, it sucked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kober1 Posted January 26, 2009 Author Share Posted January 26, 2009 Thanks for the help/advice. Did the fronts and the rears in about 2 1/2 hours on saturday (about 30 mins of finding a big enough c clamp). But yeah it was real easy and the car feels good again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeeeeeYa Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 I use a toothbrush and a little WD40 to scrub the piston and rubbers before pushing the piston back in on disk brakes. Then wipe them well of course. I have found it necessary to always take the little time it takes and clean and relubricate the slid pins. The havoc even one bad one can cause FAR outweighs the little time it takes to do this. The second set of pads on my 05 LGT I thought I'd check mine.... one was dry...ok, but wouldn't be soon. I'll never neglect slide pins on my car again. Never did on the bikes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodstock Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 can someone write up how to change brake pads or if someone is swapping rotors? I would love to learn how to do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterJMC Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 can someone write up how to change brake pads or if someone is swapping rotors? I would love to learn how to do it. This thread should get you the info your looking for. It's pretty easy to do and shouldn't take you more than an hour if it's your first time. Post #5 has an attached PDF document that outlines pad removal and installation. For the rear rotor removal or any other maintenance you want to do on your car you may want to see some "vacation pix" http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6216 Searched: rear + brakes + writeup http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=99829&highlight=rear+brakes+writeup Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rs6er Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 It's a good idea to clean everything up with some brake cleaner spray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodstock Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 This thread should get you the info your looking for. It's pretty easy to do and shouldn't take you more than an hour if it's your first time. Post #5 has an attached PDF document that outlines pad removal and installation. For the rear rotor removal or any other maintenance you want to do on your car you may want to see some "vacation pix" http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6216 Searched: rear + brakes + writeup http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=99829&highlight=rear+brakes+writeup cool! thanks! I will try the link when I get home, and DL it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilh Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 Looking at the "vacation pix" is a good idea too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lkailburn Posted January 29, 2009 Share Posted January 29, 2009 what pads are you guys running? I'm a new LGT owner but my brakes just don't have much bite. At first i thought it was because this is a heavier car, i am used to driving my lightweight honda around which i upgraded the entire brake system on. But now i'm really starting to think i must have some junk pads in there or something. Braking is smooth and quite, no signs of bad rotors or anything, it just doesn't feel like it has much bite. Open to suggestions, thanks -Luke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welby Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 what pads are you guys running? I'm a new LGT owner but my brakes just don't have much bite. At first i thought it was because this is a heavier car, i am used to driving my lightweight honda around which i upgraded the entire brake system on. But now i'm really starting to think i must have some junk pads in there or something. Braking is smooth and quite, no signs of bad rotors or anything, it just doesn't feel like it has much bite. Open to suggestions, thanks -Luke I think it's just the way they all are, stock. Mine, like yours, stops well, but it feels like I have 2x4 wood blocks for brake pads, lol. When I'm sure for a change I'll start looking into better options Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iNVAR Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 if you're looking for more bite, get Hawk HPS pads. they have much better bite than the crappy stock pads, and they stop a ton better at high speeds even after repeated application. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lkailburn Posted February 16, 2009 Share Posted February 16, 2009 if you're looking for more bite, get Hawk HPS pads. they have much better bite than the crappy stock pads, and they stop a ton better at high speeds even after repeated application. are they good for a daily driver vehicle? -Luke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iNVAR Posted February 16, 2009 Share Posted February 16, 2009 http://www.legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=105347 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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