Hey guys,
I got an 07 CS with almost 50k on it.
Its front rotors got some good lips and cracks,
so I figured it's really time to change the rotors and the pads.
Now here are my three questions:
1. Should I change anything else besides these two items and the brake fluid? (i.e. brake lines)
2. The previous owner removed wear indicators for pads completely. Should I bother getting another set? I plan on taking the car to DEs
next
year, so it seems rather unnecessary.
3. Should I get the service done at a
porsche
dealership? After reading through some great DIY instructions here for changing pads/rotors, I can't seem to justify paying the higher premium for
porsche
mechanics. (I'd even try to do it myself if I had a garage..)
Cheers,
Rotors, pads, fluid flush, that should do it. As for the wear indicators, the pads I got don't accept them anyway, so depending on what pads you go with, you may not can use them anyway. If you keep a regular check on the pad wear, they aren't necessary, and they are a bit pricey. I went with ceramic pads by Hawk, BTW.
Forgot the third question. I do most of my own work, so that's a no-brainer, but if you don't feel comfortable doing it, I'd find a good indy shop that does quality work. The dealer is just too darn high for my budget.
1. Bleed the system after doing the rotors and pads.
2. Don't worry about the indicators. You sound like a person who will keep an eye on the thickness of the pads in any event, especially if you're going for a DE where they tech the cars beforehand.
3. Where are you located? If you don't feel comfortable changing this on your own, some of your fellow local owners may be bribed with beer & pizza for a tech day at your place! Post in the regional forums. You can also check with your local PCA region and find a good independent shop that can do the work.
*Note: If you plan on doing this yourself, get a set caliper bolts from
Suncoast
. I believe these bolts are intended for one time use. You'll need to unmount the calipers if you're doing the rotors.
http://www.suncoastparts.com/product/99907340201.html?Category_Code=caymanSbrakes
How do the rear rotors look?
4 rotors, pads, sensors,
rotor
screws and bolts from
Suncoast
delivered... $1200.00.
DIY labor... 6 hours in my garage... Free.
Returned the damper kits, because I could not remove the old ones from the calipers.
Not to difficult to do. I had already flushed my brake fluid earlier this year so left that alone. Stainless lines are nice, but that I would not attempt myself.
Pretty straightforward job if you have tools and are handy. I think most guys on here prefer to do their own, both for cost and for some quality bonding time with the car.
Pads are easy, and very fast to change after you've done it once. Be sure you know which front pads you have, since they changed styles (996 style to 997 style) in the middle of the 2007 model year. Difference is in the shape of the backing plate and the retainer spring, and you need pads and springs that match. [I've
heard
it can be bad to discover this late at night when you're leaving for a track day at 4:30 AM.
Also
heard
that in a pinch 996 style pads can be...um...modified to work with 997 style springs using a recip saw and flat file, though I don't think I would recommend it. :hilarious:]
Rotors are straightforward too (replaced mine last weekend). You will need a 10mm allen for the caliper bolts.
Nothing else generally needs to be replaced. Wear sensors are not necessary if you look at the brakes regularly, and you can see the outboard pads without removing the wheels. I wire tied the sensor leads so they are out of the way.
If you haven't done pads or rotors before, there are good articles posted on the site for guidance.
Cheers
Ditto... just did mine a month ago, got the parts from
Suncoast
as well, NP. Read as much as you can and come back for any doughts... it is very straightforward.
Thanks so much for the inputs guys!
Just added 8 caliper bolts and screws to my shopping cart.
My car will be set up with the stock rotors with the ceramic pads by Hawk!
Will definitely check out the local gathering. Again, thanks a bunch guys.
