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Old 09-20-2013, 11:35 AM   #15
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Do we need to use thread-lock on the bracket bolts? If so, what type would you recommend?
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Old 09-20-2013, 01:40 PM   #16
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awesome write up!!
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Old 03-27-2014, 12:27 PM   #17
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Superbly detailed write-up. This is going to be very helpful. Thanks!

Wondering how important the greasing of the slide pins (and slide bush also as per service manual) is when just changing out OEM street pads for a track day assuming you are going to change back the next day to street pads again......
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Old 11-09-2014, 10:36 PM   #18
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Just wondering: I am going to replace a front hub assembly (yay wheel bearing!).
I really just want to remove the rotor - will I need the caliper piston tool?
Will the pistons compress if I just slide the caliper/pads away from the rotor?

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Old 12-20-2014, 08:50 PM   #19
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Thanks for the write up! It helped a lot today when I changed my pads and rotors out. Couple of comments.

1) For removal, you can actually use the same bolts that hold the aluminum under panel to the car. No need to buy any bolts.

2) These shims can actually come off, they are only stuck to the pad with grease and the way the shims clamp to it.

Sorry for quoting pictures, just figured it would be easier for others coming into this.
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great write up

i vote for a sticky
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nice thanks for write up
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great write up

i vote for a sticky
Agreed. This was very thorough and well photographed. Sticky it!
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I installed DBA T3 today and I did not compress the pistons. the thickness of DBA and OEM is the same.
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@F1point4 is it crucial to bleed your brakes immediately (or at all) after this process? Is it fine to drive the car with the new brakes and rotors to a shop so they can bleed your brakes? That's the one thing I'd honestly like to not DIY.
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@F1point4 is it crucial to bleed your brakes immediately (or at all) after this process? Is it fine to drive the car with the new brakes and rotors to a shop so they can bleed your brakes? That's the one thing I'd honestly like to not DIY.

It is not necessary to bleed your brake fluid just because of rotor or pad replacement.
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It is not necessary to bleed your brake fluid just because of rotor or pad replacement.
No, it's just a convenient time to do so.
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Whew good that's what i thought but his last picture was ambiguous as to whether or not it was necessary, wanted to be certain.
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1) For removal, you can actually use the same bolts that hold the aluminum under panel to the car. No need to buy any bolts.
Big thank you for where to find the bolt to pop off the rotor!
Was replacing a broken rear wheel stud today and after banging on the disc to no avail and no good way to go buy a bolt, "borrowing" the bolt from front cover saved me from further profanities!
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