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| ibexman Member Since: 13 Dec 2008 Location: Essex Posts: 2945  
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Its easy Steve Pull the pins push pistons back a little swap over pads pins back in split pins done
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6th Mar 2013 5:53pm |
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| frase Member Since: 28 May 2012 Location: Scotland Posts: 7 
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It is quite easy, but before you push the pistons in make sure they are not too corroded or they will seize up and push out the rubber seals that are held in with a metal ring which are a complete pain to put back in.
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6th Mar 2013 6:06pm |
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| custom90 Member Since: 21 Jan 2010 Location: South West, England. Posts: 20468
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The pistons should be okay touch wood. Ibex - I know the pins you mean. I'd imagine they have to be replaced for new too wouldn't they? Also could be barking up the wrong tree here but do the rear of the pads need some copper grease on to help prevent squeaking?
Oh and finally OE pads for a full set are £118 Inc VAT cheapest price.  Yet EBC around £45 +VAT what ever that is. Even more tempted now. Then there is Ultimax vs Greenstuff. 
So the general idea then is do it myself?  No Guts, No Glory.
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6th Mar 2013 7:15pm |
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| Glynparry25 Member Since: 16 Feb 2009 Location: Miserable Midlands Posts: 3015  
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TRW make the OE ones. I got a set for £35 which included pads, anti-rattle plates, springs, pins and split pins.
VERY simple to do. 1. Take brake reservoir cap off (leave on but loose). 2. Remove 2 split pins (small ones). 3. Remove pad retaining pins (the springs will need to be removed now). 4. Using a screw driver ease the pads away from the disk- not too much but just enough to slide them out. 5. Remove the pads (note which way they and the anti-rattle plates are inserted) 6. Inspect and clean the pistons and inner edges of the calliper (Brake cleaner and small wire brush). 7. Push the pistons into the calliper (Keep an eye on the reservoir- if it has been topped up as the pads have worn it will overflow). 8. Insert new pads and anti-rattle plates- you can use copper grease on metal mating parts but can promote dirt to stick to it. 9. Fit new retaining pins (not forgetting the springs) and secure with the split pins. 10. Press the brakes a few times to take out the play, check reservoir level and fit the cap . It will tke you about 30mis a side the first time and about 10mins after you know how
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6th Mar 2013 7:29pm |
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| custom90 Member Since: 21 Jan 2010 Location: South West, England. Posts: 20468
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Thank-you Glyn. Very much appreciated.
No Guts, No Glory.
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6th Mar 2013 7:33pm |
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| Dave-H Member Since: 08 Feb 2011 Location: Surrey Posts: 1507  
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As already said, its a simple job [most 12 year olds could do it]
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6th Mar 2013 8:24pm |
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| custom90 Member Since: 21 Jan 2010 Location: South West, England. Posts: 20468
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Killer could then?  
On a different note which pad manufacturer have most of you gone for and type? There's LR genuine. Mintex. EBC Green stuff and Ultimax. And of course TRW which Glyn has mentioned. Not really looking for an upgrade as such but that would be a bonus. Just so long as they're as good or better as OE I'm happy. No Guts, No Glory. 🇬🇧ðŸ´ó §ó ¢ó ¥ó ®ó §ó ¿ðŸ´ó §ó ¢ó ·ó ¬ó ³ó ¿ðŸ´ó §ó ¢ó ³ó £ó ´ó ¿ðŸ‡®ðŸ‡ªðŸ‡ºðŸ‡¸â›½ï¸ðŸ›¢ï¸âš™ï¸ðŸ§°ðŸ’ª |
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6th Mar 2013 8:28pm |
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| Glynparry25 Member Since: 16 Feb 2009 Location: Miserable Midlands Posts: 3015
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Considering Genuine is TRW I would say forget about genuine with it's extra £80 for the name.
EBC make good pads but never used them on a 4x4- I think there are a few members who have used them. Theey will all perform as well/ better than LR pads so maybe price/ availability will be the deciding factor. Don't EBC also have reduced brake dust...... something to consider as a bonus
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6th Mar 2013 8:33pm |
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| Dave-H Member Since: 08 Feb 2011 Location: Surrey Posts: 1507
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EBC Greens on mine
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6th Mar 2013 8:37pm |
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| custom90 Member Since: 21 Jan 2010 Location: South West, England. Posts: 20468
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EBC Green-stuff do indeed seem a good option. And yes Glyn is right I have read that too about there being reduced brake dust. There is various threads on here under a search about brake pads but nothing concrete to go on just the odd few posts here and there. Also IIRC correctly EBC have their own on-line shop direct too. No Guts, No Glory.
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6th Mar 2013 8:40pm |
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| Dave-H Member Since: 08 Feb 2011 Location: Surrey Posts: 1507
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Not sure about there own web shop , bought mine from Paddocks . good price and free delivery on web orders [at the time]
If your that 'windy' about fitting them, you are welcome to drive here, i'll stick them in for you  Guns and Landrovers .... anything else is irrelevant. |
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6th Mar 2013 8:51pm |
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| custom90 Member Since: 21 Jan 2010 Location: South West, England. Posts: 20468
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I just though I'd ask first that was all seeing as they are pretty crucial.  No Guts, No Glory.
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6th Mar 2013 8:53pm |
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| LandRoverAnorak Member Since: 17 Jul 2011 Location: Surrey Posts: 11324
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I had EBC pads and disks fitted to my wifes' old DII and they were excellent. However, i've always been told that they should really only be fitted as a complete set. I was advised against fitting Greenstuff pads to my Freelander unless I wanted to change the disks as well. Darren
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6th Mar 2013 9:25pm |
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| lambert.the.farmer Member Since: 11 Apr 2012 Location: harrogate Posts: 2006 
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I had ebc red stuff pads on my subaru and they were great even with stock rotors. Only time i heard about needing rotors and pads was when someone was trying to sell me a set. Rhubarb and custard let fly with their secret weapon.
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