[G2Turbo]

Originally Posted by shovelhd

Gary, you left a lot to the imagination, so forgive me if these are basic questions.

1) What did you replace? It looks like pads and rotors only.
2) Were the rotors a drop-in replacement or did you have to modify anything?
3) What was the air wrench needed for?
4) Did you use any compound on the back of the pads?
5) Were you able to keep the brake lines connected or did you have to disconnect them and bleed them?

Shovlhd-

I just wanted to get the pictures posted so everyone could see. I was not intending it to be all inclusive of actual steps and work done. I hope not too much imagination was needed for this

Answers:

1. Rotors and Pads were replaced.
2. No modifications needed.
3. Air tools used to make it easier. Used for all fasteners. Torque wrench used for installation.
4. I used Copper headgasket spray. It's very tacky and doesn't get everywhere like normal silicone based antisqueal goop.
5. See picture. No lines disconnected. I've done thousands of brake jobs and have never removed brake hoses.

My words of wisdom are to remove the rotor attachement screws first. There are 2 phillips per rotor and can get stuck. I had to drill out one set

I think Honda used an on truck resurfacing tool and didn't remove the rotors a couple months ago. The new surface is a bit cruddy and has some chatter marks. Even on the most abused rotors I've not ever sent customers out with rotors that looked like mine. Also, they did not put a "non-directional" finish on the with an abasive disc. This prevents odd sounds from occurring or abnormally wearing the pads. Oh well.

Please be mindful that no matter what I say, or anyone for that matter, can ensure you do the job correctly and safely. If you are unsure, then your Darwinian senses are raising the warning flag. Listen.

If people are interested I'll write up a detailed out line of what I did. I also have pictures of the removal process.