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[alexw80]

Hi guys, I'm thinking about saving myself a few quid and doing my front pads and sensors myself, as well as a full brake fluid change. But no idea what pads or sensors to get.

Pretty much every parts site I look at lists various different types of pads for both ATE and Lucas callipers. Some say they're prepared for wear indicators some don't. I'm a little stumped to say the least, I really don't want to buy a set and find out they're the wrong ones.

Any advice on how to find out which ones I need. Also, should I go for aftermarket ones or splash out on GM ones?

Thanks.

[TheBoy]

What is the last letter of your VIN?

[TheBoy]

Although I'd recommend GM pads, and the sensors I think are GM only. So if you have TC access, go to your dealer, or PM AndyC if you don't

[alexw80]

What is the last letter of your VIN?

The last letter is just over half way through the full VIN, I assume you mean that one? In which case it's "V"

[TheBoy]

What is the last letter of your VIN?

The last letter is just over half way through the full VIN, I assume you mean that one? In which case it's "V"

1997, so it will be the smaller front discs/pads, and IIRC, these take different sensors as well.

[alexw80]

Thanks for that, I'll PM AndyC and see what's what.

[dbug]

Think I've got a brand new set of GM front pads for 286mm discs here - if you're interested PM me, althogh postage costs may be an issue.

[jonathanh]

Think I've got a brand new set of GM front pads for 286mm discs here - if you're interested PM me, althogh postage costs may be an issue.

try collect plus then  - often the cheapest way of postage now

[alexw80]

Thanks for the offer but I've already PMd AndyC. If I can get everything from one place in one go it will make it easier, but I'll keep you in mind.

On the brake fluid change side of things, would anyone recommend the Eezibleed kit from Gunson as I may end up doing the bleed on my own?

[YZ250]

Thanks for the offer but I've already PMd AndyC. If I can get everything from one place in one go it will make it easier, but I'll keep you in mind.

On the brake fluid change side of things, would anyone recommend the Eezibleed kit from Gunson as I may end up doing the bleed on my own?

Yep, that kit works fine. I laid the spare wheel on the engine to supply the pressure when I did mine. 

[dbug]

Thanks for the offer but I've already PMd AndyC. If I can get everything from one place in one go it will make it easier, but I'll keep you in mind.

On the brake fluid change side of things, would anyone recommend the Eezibleed kit from Gunson as I may end up doing the bleed on my own?

No probs

[alexw80]

Want to say thanks to AndyC for sorting out the pads and sensors for me. Great service. Ordered the Eezibleed kit, now just need to sort out getting some time put aside to change them over.

[Webby the Bear]

After you're done with your brake job and before you even think about moving the car DO NOT forget to pump the pedal a bunch of times. And top off the master cylinder 

Good luck

[Andy B]

After you're done with your brake job and before you even think about moving the car DO NOT forget to pump the pedal a bunch of times. And top off the master cylinder 

Good luck

Not doing as Webby suggests is something you tend do only do once  ......... that sinking feeling isn't something you easliy forget!!!         

[alexw80]

After you're done with your brake job and before you even think about moving the car DO NOT forget to pump the pedal a bunch of times. And top off the master cylinder 

Good luck

Will do Webby, thanks for reminding me. 

Chances are I'd have pulled away without doing it knowing me