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Jul 2, 2000 | 05:46 PM

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Performance Breaks Question

Please forgive the naievity, but as I've stated before, this is my first performance car of any kind.

I read with interest the performance break section with one main goal in mind - no brake dust but good brakes that co-exist with my new car.

Couple Questions:

1) Do they wear out sooner than a normal brake pad would?

2) Could someone whose installed brakes on a '71 pickup be able to do this? Are there any tools I should get?

Thanks<p>Tom Boucher
Lawrence, KS
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Jul 2, 2000 | 05:56 PM

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BRAKES not Breaks...sheesh

<p>Tom Boucher
Lawrence, KS
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TTRQ 225hp Roadster
Desert Green/Black Top/Aviator Gray Interior, Premier Package, Bose Package, and NAV
ORDERED - April 17, 2000
STATUS C - May 12, 2000
STATUS D - May 18, 2000

Jul 2, 2000 | 06:02 PM

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Someone else can probably say definitively, but I think the EBC Kevlar's are rated for between

10,000 and 20,000 miles. For the price, we figured it was well worth it given the amount we were spending on cleaning supplies, plus you get the extra "bonus" of better braking. I only assisted with my brakes, but the whole process seemed very straight-forward. Michael can add more details for you in the morning if you'd like, or feel free to email.<p><img src="http://eerickso.tripod.com/images/purplesig.gif">

Jul 3, 2000 | 03:05 AM

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Looks like you went to MichaelTT's school of spelling :)...do search EBC or Performance Pads..more

I posted a complete (w/ pics) guide on changing out pads (separate posts...one for front change out and one for rear change out...posts were done about a week apart since EBC front pads came in first and Mintex rear pads came later). Process is not difficult but you do need to change break (see I understand) wear sensor connector from the stock brake pad to new EBC pad. Items needed for brake job:

-7mm allen head tool
-slotted screw driver (for removing outer pad from caliper since it is 'glued' on
-needle nose pliers (needed to clip in side pad into caliper piston
-Brake Kleen (cleaner)
-brake adhesive (adhere outer pad to caliper)

Takes about 45 minutes for each side.
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