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Old 04-02-2007, 09:12 PM
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searched around a bit and couldnt find a solid write-up so i figured i'd start this thread as i am doing my rear rotors and pads before. I have done brake jobs on many cars before but never the S or any AUDI... i read somewhere that the rear pistons need to be turned while compressing them or something? if anyone could steer me in the right rdirection to either a write up or some quick helpful tips i'd appreciate it. thank you.
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harbor freight sells the rear piston kit (required) for 20 bucks
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couldn't find the kit, how did you search for it?
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Rent one at Auto Zone. Return it in good shape and just pay the tax.
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Default I want to look at replacing my pads soon too, is this the kit?

<ul><li><a href="http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=40732">Harbor Freight</a></li></ul>
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Default Just use this write up for the rear wheel bearing change:

Also, FYI - I used a medium sized C-Clamp to retract the rear brake pistons and it worked great. No special tool really necessary.<ul><li><a href="https://www.audiworld.com/tech/wheel45.shtml">https://www.audiworld.com/tech/wheel45.shtml</a</li></ul>
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Default Check here...can be had for less on ebay...

<a href="http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=40732"><img src="http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/photos/40700-40799/40732.gif"></a>
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thanks for the help guys! would have finished them by now if it weren't for wagongotya's SIG.. lol
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