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Marc A. Thurston (Btownv12)
New member
Username: Btownv12
Post Number: 4
Registered: 11-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, November 19, 2002 - 3:14 pm: | |
Thanks - For your advise and suggestions
Marc |
Adam Goldman '86 TR (Icnsltmfg)
Member
Username: Icnsltmfg
Post Number: 457
Registered: 8-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, November 19, 2002 - 10:26 am: | |
I do my own pads. It takes about 10 min a wheel, mainly because of the spline drive. Very easy. |
Glen Mckenna (Johndillinger)
New member
Username: Johndillinger
Post Number: 23
Registered: 7-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, November 19, 2002 - 10:24 am: | |
Marc,
Changing the pads and seals on my 90 TR as we speak - didnt have any issues removing the pads as well as the calipers (to inspect) found one of the rubber boots with a tear, replaced it. Purchase both the seal kit and pads from Ferrari (i typically purchase parts from Montreal - saving a couple of bucks) skip the mechanic and do it yourself - no problem.
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Philip Airey (Pma1010)
New member
Username: Pma1010
Post Number: 45
Registered: 7-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, November 19, 2002 - 9:57 am: | |
I have a 308. The pads are easy to change and very much the sort of thing you can do yourself. Remove the wheel, pull out the retaining pins, let the spring clip fall down, grab the top of the old pad with a set of pliers if they're a bit stiff, and wiggle them out.
On pads, it depends how you drive it. Stock pads are designed for street use. If this is how you use the car and are happy with the braking performance, stay stock. If you tend to use the car at speed events like the track, you might want to try a more aggressive compound -- i.e., one that resists heat better but often requires a little more time to heat to operating temp. On my 308, I have been through Ate (stock), Pagid and Porterfield R4-S pads. Porterfield wins hands down and they're pretty good when cold. Given the TR is a heavy car, any track use will likely quickly overcome the stock pad. All are available online/phone - just do a search.
Last, when did you last change your brake fluid? I forget the factory recs, but assume you're changing this at least annually. If you upgrade to a "racing" fluid, like Motul 600 (which again, I have found to be the best for the track), it needs to be changed more frequently due to its tendency to absorb water. Castrol LMA is a good compromise. You can also do this yourself but will need a pressure pump - motivepower sells one online as does Griots Garage. Hope this helps.
Philip |
Matt Lemus (Mlemus)
Member
Username: Mlemus
Post Number: 595
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, November 19, 2002 - 9:55 am: | |
http://server.ferrarichat.com/~ferrari/ferrarichat.com/discus/messages/112/167162.html?1037631707 |
Matt Lemus (Mlemus)
Member
Username: Mlemus
Post Number: 594
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, November 19, 2002 - 9:54 am: | |
Youself. Easy and cheap. Stay away from tire stores with your f-car. 30 to 40% is a good time to change them. http://www.tirerack.com carries them in stock. |
TomD (Tifosi)
Intermediate Member
Username: Tifosi
Post Number: 1840
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, November 19, 2002 - 9:47 am: | |
I am no expert but you might even be able to change them yourself |
Marc A. Thurston (Btownv12)
New member
Username: Btownv12
Post Number: 3
Registered: 11-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, November 19, 2002 - 9:43 am: | |
My 89 TR has about 60% brake pad left. At what point should they be changed? Do I need to use my Ferrari mechanic (2 hours away) or could I use a reputable tire/brake store? I have seen a number of different brake pads discussed on this site, is there any clear choice for a ferrari?
Thanks |