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Old Feb 17, 2002 | 12:36 AM
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Old Feb 22, 2002 | 06:04 PM
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Replacing Brake Pads

Hi guys,
I will be replacing the front and rear brake pads this weekend. Any tips I should now about? Thanks for any help.

Jack
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Old Feb 22, 2002 | 06:18 PM
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Replacing Brake Pads

Welcome to FTE !

Try one forum Below this one.

It's 97 and newer trucks.
oh yeah, Keep in mind how every thing was before you took it off,only do ONE side at a time.

Keep everything clean and use brake cleaner *Not air*

This forum is for shop & tool tips.

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Old Feb 23, 2002 | 04:50 PM
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Replacing Brake Pads

Agreed. NEVER use compressed air to blow brake dust off the parts. It could contain asbestos fibers which, if they get into your lungs, can do some serious damage.
 
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