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Re: I'm changing rotors and pads myself, need advice

posted by  someone claiming to be Ted Y. on  Thu Aug 23 22:52 CST 2001 [RELATED]

Congratulations!

First off, sturdy jackstands and rubber gloves. Brakes are about THE dirtiest job.

Volvo brakes are surprisingly easy. They use ATE and Girling calipers (don't know about the new models) which are also very common on many Sweedish and German cars. I happen to like IPD's ATE slotted rotors. I would strongly reccomend avoiding anything having to do with opening (removing) the brake lines unless you plan to flush the fluid anyway. I pay my mechanic $40 to flush my fluid rather than do it myself. Once you see the caliper, I believe you will be able to figure it out for yourself (very easy). However, I also reccomend a Bentley repair manual for your car. They are great.

Have fun!!

-Ted (Bundy) Y.





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