a8 rear brakes pads--P/N 4A0 698 451??
05-14-2004, 09:07 AM
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Don't know....but anything off a 5K, 200, TT, A4, A6 and A8 will work
Here's some stock pads I got from Audi:
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05-14-2004, 05:35 PM
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Re: Don't know....but anything off a 5K, 200, TT, A4, A6 and A8 will work
Is it okay to replace just the pads on the rear without running into problems, or is that not a good idea?
I know it's recommended that one replace the rototrs every time they replace the pads, Also, the rotors are pretty cheap, I think it only adds another $100 in parts to the job and very little extra labor.
What's your opinion on just swapping the pads?
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I know it's recommended that one replace the rototrs every time they replace the pads, Also, the rotors are pretty cheap, I think it only adds another $100 in parts to the job and very little extra labor.
What's your opinion on just swapping the pads?
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05-14-2004, 06:20 PM
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hotter i'd guess
the older models had a greater front weight distribution than the a8, so i would expect that they ran a hotter rear compound (less braking from the rear required). the a8 compound i would expect to be colder.
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05-14-2004, 07:09 PM
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Re: pads-only is ok, but
Do you have a particular thickness I should be actually measuring for is that left up to your mechaninc based on feel and look?
I do some things myself but not this one. Of course the mechanics are alway wanting you to go the extra mile and in some cases it makes a lot of sense and in others it doesn't.
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I do some things myself but not this one. Of course the mechanics are alway wanting you to go the extra mile and in some cases it makes a lot of sense and in others it doesn't.
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05-14-2004, 10:16 PM
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7mm including backing plate is the limit
- they are 17mm when new.
always replace pads together, and skim rotors if the lip is noticeable. 20mm is the wear limit of the rotors.
always replace pads together, and skim rotors if the lip is noticeable. 20mm is the wear limit of the rotors.
05-14-2004, 10:24 PM
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Thanks Skiwi!
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1997 Audi A8 4.2 Quattro
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1997 Audi A8 4.2 Quattro
Silver/Gray, 17" Audi A8 Wheels
All Available Options
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