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Roadstar Prowler Newbie From:Cumming,Ga, USA |
posted 08-12-2002 10:56 AM
    
Just purchased the Pep Boys pads. Should I try to do it myself? I can safely jack and remove the wheels and I have the repair manual. You do not have to bleed the system do you. If so I would have it done. Any hints would be appreciated. I called ahead and got a price of $64.95, but when I got there they were $74.95. I told them they were for a Prowler. Thanks |
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Al's Prowler Prowler Junkie From:DeWitt, Mi |
posted 08-12-2002 12:32 PM
Installing the pads are a piece of cake, removing and installing the center caps without breaking those POS tabs is another story. After you remove the wheel you just remove the two caliper bolts, I used a large C-clamp to to push in ( leaving the stock pad in place until it's push in )the caliper piston. Install the new pads , mount the caliper back over the rotor and torque the two caliper bolts ( I believe it's 20ft/lbs but check your service manual ). Al |
KatAddict    POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Greencastle, PA, USA |
posted 08-12-2002 01:15 PM
I would do it myself without reservation. If you are comfortable with jacking and removing the wheels you should have no problem. You will need to press the piston into the caliper after removing them from the car. Install the new pads. Remount the calipers and wheels and enjoy a dust free wheel |
Steve T      POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Weatherford,Texas,USA |
posted 08-12-2002 01:22 PM
Don't know how many miles you have on yours but I changed all of mine out first thing (none had over a hundred miles on them) and I did not have to push the caliber piston in. The two hardest parts: 1. Getting the jack under the car, drove up on a 2 x 12 to get enough clearance. 2. The driver's side wheel was stuck on, had to use a hammer and a block of wood to knock it lose. ------------------ |
ed monahan            POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Cincinnati, Oh, USA |
posted 08-12-2002 03:35 PM
If you do have to move the pistons, it is a lot easier if you remove the master cylinder cap. (Place a rag over it so the brake fluid does not get on anything, it is very corrosive.) By removing the cap you have much less resistance. Be sure to replace the cap, of course. |
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GRROWL POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Herndon, VA |
posted 08-12-2002 04:45 PM
quote: Answer to question #1 - OF COURSE you should do it yourself, it's a hotrod, isn't it? Hints: In researching this, I found several items from the manual that seem pretty important THAT I HAVE NEVER SEEN POSTED (glad to hear you have the manual): WHEN HANGING THE DISK BRAKE CALIPER FROM THE CONTROL ARM, DO NOT USE WIRE OR ANY SIMILAR MATERIAL THAT WOULD DAMAGE THE ANODIZED FINISH. A PLASTIC TIE STRAP IS A SUITABLE METHOD OF SUPPORTING THE DISK BRAKE CALIPER. (2) Remove the protective paper from the noise suppression gasket on both the inner and outer brake shoes (if equipped). (5) Lubricate both abutments on the caliper adapter with a liberal amount of Mopar(R) Brake Grease, or an equivalent. (6) Support the disk brake caliper firmly by hanging it from the upper control arm using a plastic tie strap. This is required to prevent the weight of the caliper from being supported by the brake flex hose. Supporting the weight of the caliper by the flex hose can damage the flex hose. Let us know how it goes, and please provide hints from your experience. -GRROWL This message has been edited by GRROWL on 08-12-2002 at 04:47 PM |
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