garreTTk

does someone have directions on how to put them on? or is it a fairly self explanatory deal? I've changed pads on an old 78 Corrolla, but this may be a pit more involved.

Thanks.

seaTTym

The only thing you'll have to deal with is how to close the circuit on the brake pad wear sensor, so the warning light goes off on the dash. obviously the porterfields do not have wear sensors

JazziTT

Bundle up the excess wire and wire tie it to the strut bracket.

Be careful not to scratch your calipers with the retainer spring. File or grind down the leading and trailing edges of the new pads and use anti squeal (glue) to lock the pads to the pistons.

PS. If you're changing the back pads and you need to move the piston back into the caliper bore. Make sure you rotate (clockwise) the piston. Do not simply force it in.

garreTTk

I'm guessing my fingers aren't going to be strong enough?

seaTTym

I don't recall having to rotate the front caliper pistons. w/o a doubt it is necessary for the rear caliper pistons.

JazziTT

Fronts can go in straight. Rears need to rotate

JazziTT

there is a tool you can buy in Sears, Pep boys, etc., that's specifically made for this.

If you're talking the rears, there is a tool for that. If your car doesn't have a lot of miles on it, the rear piston might not have moved enough to bother a new pad installation.

Rennen

Then there is my professional quality universal brake caliper compression tool set.

seaTTym

Yup, a very well spent $60.

garreTTk

I'll give the 'C' clamp a try first, but if all else fails........Thanks for the info.