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Problem changing Front Discs
« on: December 13, 2010, 08:00:30 pm »
Really struggled to replace discs today, i got the calipers off easily enough but the caliper bracket thats held on by 2 bolts, well i  just couldnt budge these! tried for over an hour and got no where, anybody got any tips  :sad1:

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Re: Problem changing Front Discs
« Reply #1 on: December 13, 2010, 08:10:25 pm »
bigger bar :happy2: and get to the gym ha are you useing are half inch drive socket if so get a stronge arm on it... or if you dont have many tools just extend the ratchet with some pipe and slide it over to make the force greater..

One thing make sure you are actually turning it the right way i seen lots of people swinging on bolts with all there weight and can see them thinking why wont it undo  :signLOL:
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Re: Problem changing Front Discs
« Reply #2 on: December 13, 2010, 08:21:00 pm »
Thanks for the reply, trouble is i had the car on axle stands and there really is limited space to try a bigger bar, and yes i am turning it the right way but was questioning myself constantly on this. :signLOL:

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Re: Problem changing Front Discs
« Reply #3 on: December 13, 2010, 08:24:14 pm »
ha just checking  :laugh: if you turn the wheel in lock you will be able to  :happy2:
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Re: Problem changing Front Discs
« Reply #4 on: December 13, 2010, 08:40:04 pm »
Do you need to remove the caliper carriers on a GTi before you can remove the disc?
I thought you could get away with just removing the caliper, then remove the disc retaining screw, then wiggle the disc out.
Anybody know for certain?

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Re: Problem changing Front Discs
« Reply #5 on: December 13, 2010, 08:45:14 pm »
I know that on various vag cars the rears can with leaving the carrier on but im almost 100% sure the fronts cant on any vag cars, new stuff anyway!!
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Re: Problem changing Front Discs
« Reply #6 on: December 13, 2010, 09:09:11 pm »
ha just checking  :laugh: if you turn the wheel in lock you will be able to  :happy2:

i never tried that! thanks will give it another go tomorrow if its not too cold :happy2:

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Re: Problem changing Front Discs
« Reply #7 on: December 14, 2010, 09:33:00 am »
Mine will need changing soon are you using o.e or pattern parts mate ?. :happy2:
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Re: Problem changing Front Discs
« Reply #8 on: December 14, 2010, 10:05:13 am »

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Re: Problem changing Front Discs
« Reply #9 on: December 14, 2010, 03:08:29 pm »
I got OEM Pads from VW and i got some Brembo Discs from here
http://www.nextdaybrakes.com/brembo-vented-front-brake-discs-pn-09977210-fits-volkswagen-golf_p22287546.htm
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..........thanks for that.Had a look at the site & it says sold in pairs? so shurly that price on the site must be for one disc bring Brembo etc?.
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Re: Problem changing Front Discs
« Reply #10 on: December 14, 2010, 05:34:33 pm »
I got OEM Pads from VW and i got some Brembo Discs from here
http://www.nextdaybrakes.com/brembo-vented-front-brake-discs-pn-09977210-fits-volkswagen-golf_p22287546.htm
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..........thanks for that.Had a look at the site & it says sold in pairs? so shurly that price on the site must be for one disc bring Brembo etc?.

No thats a set really good quality,

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Re: Problem changing Front Discs
« Reply #11 on: December 14, 2010, 07:18:26 pm »
Let us know how you get on with these discs :happy2:
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Re: Problem changing Front Discs
« Reply #12 on: December 14, 2010, 09:14:26 pm »
Let us know how you get on with these discs :happy2:
As soon as i manage to get the old ones off!!! LOL
Will do :happy2:

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Re: Problem changing Front Discs
« Reply #13 on: December 14, 2010, 11:46:27 pm »
Like mentioned before try harder.
Did the discs on my step mums bora no problem...
On my dads caravelle the calipers where torqued on to about 150NM.

so half inch breaker bar, extended by a jack handle did it in the end.

Also may be worth soaking the bolt in WD40, Penetrant spray, Plus gas or similar (be carefull not to contaminate any discs or pads that are going to be used with the said sprays).

Once you bolt starts to move you'll be laughing...until you remeber youve got another 3 to go ;)

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Re: Problem changing Front Discs
« Reply #14 on: December 17, 2010, 08:42:11 pm »
Just an update , got the discs changed today, an extension bar and some muscle with the wheel turned out did the trick, also changed the DV whilst i had the disc off drivers side. discs seem good but not really pushed them due to freezing icy roads. will post in a month or 2.

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