What all do I need to buy, What are the steps.....
ThanksHow do I change front brakes and rotors on my 01 Chevy Silverado?
Lug wrench.
Allen wrench socket set. (SAE)
Ratchet.
6%26quot; C-clamp.
Brake fluid.
Brake bads.
Rotors.
Jack.
Beer.
Chiltons repair manual.How do I change front brakes and rotors on my 01 Chevy Silverado?
You need to go to your neighborhood parts store and buy a shop manual for that truck. Probably about $20. It will give you step by step instructions with illustrations. Plus the next time you have a question about your truck you can just open a book.
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Approximately how many miles does a average brake change occur. How about for rotors?
My brakes and rotors have never been changed before. it is a 1996 car and past 150,000 miles.
It is not making any noises yet and it does stop pretty good. But I was thinking, to be safe I should change them since its old. what do you think?Approximately how many miles does a average brake change occur. How about for rotors?
There is no average.Think about this-your brakes only wear when you foot is on the brake pedal (a fact).If you do a lot of stop %26amp; go (I've seen mail carriers wear out new brakes in 6,000 miles) your brakes won't last real long.If all you did was highway driving %26amp; never used your brakes-you could drive 1,000,000 miles %26amp; they'd look brand new (again if never had to use them).Obvisouly you have to stop sometimes to pee %26amp; get more gas-but if you didn't have to stop-THEY'D BE BRAND NEW%26gt;Approximately how many miles does a average brake change occur. How about for rotors?
That's not possible.Approximately how many miles does a average brake change occur. How about for rotors?
there is no exact science to say like 30K miles till a brake change is needed, you keep driving untill it starts squeeking if it squeeks alot its time for a change. If your rotors look uneven they need a change, new rotors dont show any ware on the outside lip but weavaly work rotors will have uneven wear and a charechreristic lip where the pad dosent touch the rotor. if you run your index finger over a disk and it feels uneven first check wether you can have them %26quot;cut%26quot; grinded down at a auto supy store or replace them for best stopping power. if you need new ones get slotted rotors i have them and it has increased my stopping power!, dont get cross drilled as they weaken the disks unlike the sloted style used in aston martins.
Break changes are easy and safe to do at home all you need is a few sockets sizes depend on your car, a carjack, C-clamp, brake parts cleaner, and th enew pads. save yourself the money there is no way to mess up as long as you put everything together the way it was before you took it apart.Approximately how many miles does a average brake change occur. How about for rotors?
That is hard to believe,most vehicle need new brakes at the very least every two years depending on how much they are used.Most Brake pads have a metal tab when the pad wears to thin it will start crapping the rotor.It will make a medal to medal sound.like nails on a chalk board. If there are grooves or ridges and the rotor is not smooth,you will need to replace the brake pads and the rotors.You should also look at your brake fluid level.Regardless
It is not making any noises yet and it does stop pretty good. But I was thinking, to be safe I should change them since its old. what do you think?Approximately how many miles does a average brake change occur. How about for rotors?
There is no average.Think about this-your brakes only wear when you foot is on the brake pedal (a fact).If you do a lot of stop %26amp; go (I've seen mail carriers wear out new brakes in 6,000 miles) your brakes won't last real long.If all you did was highway driving %26amp; never used your brakes-you could drive 1,000,000 miles %26amp; they'd look brand new (again if never had to use them).Obvisouly you have to stop sometimes to pee %26amp; get more gas-but if you didn't have to stop-THEY'D BE BRAND NEW%26gt;Approximately how many miles does a average brake change occur. How about for rotors?
That's not possible.Approximately how many miles does a average brake change occur. How about for rotors?
there is no exact science to say like 30K miles till a brake change is needed, you keep driving untill it starts squeeking if it squeeks alot its time for a change. If your rotors look uneven they need a change, new rotors dont show any ware on the outside lip but weavaly work rotors will have uneven wear and a charechreristic lip where the pad dosent touch the rotor. if you run your index finger over a disk and it feels uneven first check wether you can have them %26quot;cut%26quot; grinded down at a auto supy store or replace them for best stopping power. if you need new ones get slotted rotors i have them and it has increased my stopping power!, dont get cross drilled as they weaken the disks unlike the sloted style used in aston martins.
Break changes are easy and safe to do at home all you need is a few sockets sizes depend on your car, a carjack, C-clamp, brake parts cleaner, and th enew pads. save yourself the money there is no way to mess up as long as you put everything together the way it was before you took it apart.Approximately how many miles does a average brake change occur. How about for rotors?
That is hard to believe,most vehicle need new brakes at the very least every two years depending on how much they are used.Most Brake pads have a metal tab when the pad wears to thin it will start crapping the rotor.It will make a medal to medal sound.like nails on a chalk board. If there are grooves or ridges and the rotor is not smooth,you will need to replace the brake pads and the rotors.You should also look at your brake fluid level.Regardless
2002 Accord V6 CPE-Changing Brakes/Rotors?
I need to change the brakes on my 02 accord, was just quoted by pep boys for some ceramics (rear only) for 250bux. I feel like that's a ripoff, I want to change the brake pads/rotors all around since I think thats the best thing to do, how much do you think I should spend, I am NOT a DIY person so please do not tell me to DIY. Thanks2002 Accord V6 CPE-Changing Brakes/Rotors?
take it to sears automotive and get a price/go to firestone/walmarts/goodyear/check it out
take it to sears automotive and get a price/go to firestone/walmarts/goodyear/check it out
FOR REALS, I NEED HELP CHANGING MY ROTORS ON MY CAR! INSTRUCTIONS WILL HELP!?
YEA, X MAS IS HERE, AND IM A BROKE MEXICAN AFTER BUYIN PRESENTS. I KINDA KNOW HOW TO CHANGE THE BRAKES, BUT ROTORS ARE A WHOLE OTHER STORY. THE CAR IS A 2003 MITSU GALANT. THE CURRENT ROTORS ARE RAUNCHY, GRIMMY, AND WARPED. YEAH, SOUNDS LIKE A SCREAMING PROSTITUE AFTER BEING SLAPPED BY HER PIMP WHEN I STOP THE CAR. THE BRAKES ARE FINE, JUST CHANGED THOSE A FEW MONTHS AGO. BUT YEAH. HELP ME. INSTIRUCTIONS AND STEP BY STEPS WILL HELP HIGHLY! HOLLA 4 A DOLLA!FOR REALS, I NEED HELP CHANGING MY ROTORS ON MY CAR! INSTRUCTIONS WILL HELP!?
front ones..just remove caliper ..there may b small hex type screw remove and discs slip off.easy as
same with rears ..have a good look its not hard..cheers merry xmas..ps you forgot my pressie!!FOR REALS, I NEED HELP CHANGING MY ROTORS ON MY CAR! INSTRUCTIONS WILL HELP!?
well when you take the caliper off to change the pads? just grab the rotor and pull it off but when you buy new ones make sure you clean the rotor surface with brake cleaner before putting them on. they put stuff on them to keep them from rusting when shipping them.after you clean them good, slide it on the hub, put the caliper back on with new pads and tighten the caliper bolts. they are easy to do.
front ones..just remove caliper ..there may b small hex type screw remove and discs slip off.easy as
same with rears ..have a good look its not hard..cheers merry xmas..ps you forgot my pressie!!FOR REALS, I NEED HELP CHANGING MY ROTORS ON MY CAR! INSTRUCTIONS WILL HELP!?
well when you take the caliper off to change the pads? just grab the rotor and pull it off but when you buy new ones make sure you clean the rotor surface with brake cleaner before putting them on. they put stuff on them to keep them from rusting when shipping them.after you clean them good, slide it on the hub, put the caliper back on with new pads and tighten the caliper bolts. they are easy to do.
How to change rear brakes\rotors on 2002 chevy trailblazer?
Well I changed the front with no problems and it has helped allot. But I still hear allot of squealing from the rear and even sounds like a pad or something is dragging. I took a quick look without taking the wheel off and it looks really similar to the front. Being a 4wd would this be the case? Anything special? I will see if the auto place has a manual on this vehicle, but I do not think so as I looked online and it stops at 2000.
Thanks againHow to change rear brakes\rotors on 2002 chevy trailblazer?
The trailblazer is straight forward. It's the identical method like the front, with the exception that it used the inside hub of the rotor as the drum for the parking brake. Take off the 2 caliper bolts and slide the caliper off the rotor. Grab the rotor and slide it off. There is no bridge to remove. The caliper piston is reset by compressing it, like the fronts. If you are going to replace the pads, it would be a good idea to replace the park brake shoes and hold down hardware as well.makeup for brown hair blue eyes return a year
Thanks againHow to change rear brakes\rotors on 2002 chevy trailblazer?
The trailblazer is straight forward. It's the identical method like the front, with the exception that it used the inside hub of the rotor as the drum for the parking brake. Take off the 2 caliper bolts and slide the caliper off the rotor. Grab the rotor and slide it off. There is no bridge to remove. The caliper piston is reset by compressing it, like the fronts. If you are going to replace the pads, it would be a good idea to replace the park brake shoes and hold down hardware as well.
Can anyone tell me what is wrong withh my car pls?
I have a 1989 v6 2.8 fuel inj that shuts down everytime it reaches normal temp and change gears. It wont start after that until later. Ive changed rotor, pick up coil, dist cap,sparkplugs,wires, fuel pump, fuel filter. People tell me its the camshaftsensor, map sensor, crankshaft position sensor but my car doesnt have any of these. The only i havent bought new is fuel pump relay. Ive ran out of ideas on how to fix the car. Pls pls can anyone tell what is wrong with my car. ThanksCan anyone tell me what is wrong withh my car pls?
A common problem with these is the pickup coil that fires the fuel injectors. Try squirting a small amount of fuel into the intake and see if it starts. Could even be an overheating fuel pump.Can anyone tell me what is wrong withh my car pls?
your vehicle should have an ignition module....these can cause problems when old age and heat takes it's toll .....Can anyone tell me what is wrong withh my car pls?
Its something that is heating up it sounds like. This must be a Chevy 2.8L, I had a 85 S10 with the 2.8 and 5 speed. It was carbed though.
Try this test, after you get it to temp and it shuts off and wont start on you. Pull a spark plug and attach it back to plug wire, lay the spark plug thread onto a piece of metal on vechicle where you can see it. Have someone try to start truck and see if you can eye any spark across it. If no spark, it may be the computer or coil. Something on the ignition circuit.
A common problem with these is the pickup coil that fires the fuel injectors. Try squirting a small amount of fuel into the intake and see if it starts. Could even be an overheating fuel pump.Can anyone tell me what is wrong withh my car pls?
your vehicle should have an ignition module....these can cause problems when old age and heat takes it's toll .....Can anyone tell me what is wrong withh my car pls?
Its something that is heating up it sounds like. This must be a Chevy 2.8L, I had a 85 S10 with the 2.8 and 5 speed. It was carbed though.
Try this test, after you get it to temp and it shuts off and wont start on you. Pull a spark plug and attach it back to plug wire, lay the spark plug thread onto a piece of metal on vechicle where you can see it. Have someone try to start truck and see if you can eye any spark across it. If no spark, it may be the computer or coil. Something on the ignition circuit.
How much can I sell my car for that does not start?
I have a 1996 Honda Civic Dx Hatchba ck Midori Green! Its a rare car, honda only made it that color, for that model and that year. Everywhere I go people are always admiring the car and color and asking to buy. I wanted to sell it to get something newer and larger, but then it stopped working. The alternator went and ever since I got it changed the car would not start. I just want it off my hands. The body is in good condition, NO RUST watsoever, lovely car, 156K, comes with 5 rims, circuit city radio, just changed rotors, brakes, alternator and had the front axle done. How much do you think I can get for this car? I'm asking 2,000 for it, is that not a possibility? The blue book value is 3,080. I'm sure theres people who would fix this car up and race it (those hatchback honda lovers) or simply strip for parts for the same car (since its hard to find in that color).
Any suggestions would be helpful! Thank You!How much can I sell my car for that does not start?
unless your selling it for parts
it needs to start and run.
otherwise your limiting your buyers.How much can I sell my car for that does not start?
you may wish to fix this car before you sell it . 2k sounds like a decent price but people dont want to gamble with a car purchase,if they could hear it run and possibly drive it they are more likely to buy it.try to get it fixed and add that to the selling price.
Any suggestions would be helpful! Thank You!How much can I sell my car for that does not start?
unless your selling it for parts
it needs to start and run.
otherwise your limiting your buyers.How much can I sell my car for that does not start?
you may wish to fix this car before you sell it . 2k sounds like a decent price but people dont want to gamble with a car purchase,if they could hear it run and possibly drive it they are more likely to buy it.try to get it fixed and add that to the selling price.
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