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Old Jun 16, 2003 | 12:34 PM
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How easy is it to fit new discs on the rear?

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Old Jun 16, 2003 | 12:58 PM
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Very easy, wheels off,and of you go. While you are there if u have an air line blow the brake dust out the shoes though wear protective clothing , goggles and mask...........
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Old Jun 16, 2003 | 03:54 PM
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You may need a couple of long threaded bolts to push the disc off.
Don't forget to let the hand brake off as well.
Easy to do.
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Old Jun 16, 2003 | 04:04 PM
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If the discs are tight coming off you may need to remove the rubber bung and loosen the shoes off , if you force them off the shoes will rip out of there fixings.
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Old Jun 17, 2003 | 08:18 AM
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Oops forgot that bit !
Well spotted Ian.
I tried the rubber bung thing before trying to remove the disk but couldn't find the screw to turn - so risked it and was lucky.
It's hard to find and I'm not sure I had the right bung out !
Could'nt even see what to do with the disk off ! so sorry, can't help any further.
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Old Jun 17, 2003 | 09:49 AM
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While you're doing a disc change, it might be a good idea to check and copper grease the shoes. (NOT the friction surfaces though!!! )

It's stopped one of the annoying klunks and clicks my car has. Just 23 more to go now!!
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Old Jun 17, 2003 | 07:33 PM
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Found it
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Old Jun 18, 2003 | 03:58 PM
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Jim,

Just warp them and get them replaced under your extended warranty

If you decide to do it yourself can I come and help/watch as I want to do mine at some point.

Andrew...
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Old Jun 18, 2003 | 08:02 PM
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Thanks guys, thought it was that easy.

Andrew no probs mate, will be doing them in a week or so, so I'll give you a bell before hand



Jim


Oh don't think warranty will cover worn out discs, even I'm not cheeky enough to make a fraudulent claim
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