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Old 03-25-2003, 11:03 AM
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Default Best place to get new Pads and Disks for rear breaks
BTW I have 53k on my car and The dealer says I need new pads and rotors.

Is it hard?
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Are rear breaks easy to replace?
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Only when they brake.
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Pads/rotors at GermanAutoParts.com; Autozone rents piston compression tool.
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why use a compression tool? C-clamp should work, right?
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Default Re: why use a compression tool? C-clamp should work, right?
The back you need to turn and compress, not just compress. I've always used a big screwdriver or something. I've never had to take out the "proper" tool when working in the shop.
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While C-clamp may work, rear pistons require to be turned while pressing in, a breeze with a tool.
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Would it be bad to have Zimmermann in back and stock up front?
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