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I've found this video the most comprehensive video on replacing the brakes on a Falcon. The torque specs in the description were the icing on the cake. Amazing job, and thank you.

@SteveMack

2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks! - it's why WHEN I make car repair videos, the job take 4 times as long due to having to film it!😬😆🙂👍...Wouldn't be so bad if people actually clicked SUBSCRIBE to return the favour and help out my channel

I know it's an old video but well done B.M you don't need the dust cover if you use ceramic brake pads just saying , there only $ 60 bucks Steve this saves the dust getting all over your wheels without the dust cover on,cheers mate great video.💯👍

@SteveMack

3 ай бұрын

Cheers. I HAVE since put ceramic pads on it, and I agree: they're VERY good! I was SO tempted to leave off the dust covers when I did this job, as the wheels looked much nicer, but figured the extra work of cleaning off brake dust, wasn't worth it. You do still get _some_ brake dust from ceramics, but nowhere NEAR as bad! 👍🙂

This is the best backyard mechanic video I have watched, love ya content mate

@SteveMack

Жыл бұрын

WOW - Thank you SO much! Cheers! 🍻🙂👍

Just like part 1 this video is very good and informative. You make changing your brake pads look easy. I think this two part series will help a lot of people wanting to know how to do it properly. Well done Steve. 👍👍👍👍

@SteveMack

5 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate. Yes the other part is meant to be watched with this part I realised I left a tiny bit out but trust me, considering I originally had no intention of filming any of this, it was a bit of a nightmare to cobble together the two episodes! I'll add that part and upload the revised version to my 'How to Hacks' channel today. 👍

@SteveMack

5 жыл бұрын

Wish I hadn't published it now; rendering extended version as we speak. 😳

@outandaboutwithcraig3081

5 жыл бұрын

🤩

@magyaradam

Жыл бұрын

​@@SteveMackthere is always a loosely spinning nut between the brake caliper and a brake caliper frame. why is this always spinning freely I don't understand..

* Additional Notes: CLEAN brake pistons prior to pushing back into caliper - Spray brake cleaner directly at the pistons and agitate any stubborn dirt with an old toothbrush or washing-up brush. Do not use a wire brush - you can quite easily score the pistons and damage the seals if you are careless. Torque settings (BA): Brake hose to caliper - 23Nm - 26Nm (17 - 19 ft lb) Caliper bleed valves - 12Nm - 16Nm (9 - 12 ft lb) (small) caliper bolts (fixing caliper to bracket) 27Nm (20 ft lb) (Large) caliper mounting bolts 115Nm (85 ft lb) Maximum wheel nut torque 135Nm (99 ft lb). Wheels should be tightened in criss-cross star shaped pattern, repeat to ensure tightness.

One of the better how-tos out there! Good on ya mate

@SteveMack

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers! Took AGES longer to do all the filming - shame it never had more views.

@jiiimsta

3 жыл бұрын

@@SteveMack Definitely deserves more views, putting your advice into practice now! 10 seized wheel nuts was a good start 🤣

@SteveMack

3 жыл бұрын

@@jiiimsta Cool. See my accompanying video on rotor replacement too if you like;kzread.info/dash/bejne/gJ-F066tY9K1hJs.html

Cheers mate , just bought a bf lpg Ute for work after having over n over problems with a VW Amarok, what a piece of shiet those are . Happy as to have an AUSSIE built wagon . Parts are plenty and really well priced. Will do the pads on it today so was good for a watch ‘ cheers mate

@SteveMack

2 жыл бұрын

For sure. I haven't heard anything good about modern VWs!👍

top video easy to follow well done matey.

@SteveMack

4 ай бұрын

Glad it helped mate! 👌👍🙂

Came here to see how you push the cylinders in.. C clamp, simple, brilliant thanks

@SteveMack

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped😉👌👍🍻

Great job an camera was excellent could see everything been done cheers Steve

@SteveMack

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers - It made the job take 4 times as long, but worth it to show each step in detail 🙃👍

You are an absolute legend, sir!

@SteveMack

10 ай бұрын

You're welcome mate!

Brilliant video mate, thanks for showing us how too

@SteveMack

7 ай бұрын

No problem Luke👍I can tell you, that it's a *LOT* easier for me to re-watch my video, than to make it! hahaha; as the somewhat limited car repair and hacks videos that I *have* made, take 4 x longer in the filming process, than the actual JOBS do! 😊😬👌👍

Great video thank you

@SteveMack

8 ай бұрын

You're Very welcome! 👌👍🙂

Thanks mate appreciate this video regards from central coast nsw

@SteveMack

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure...and my support for all you guys doing it tough at the moment.

One year later, watched again to share today with you. This time actually paying attention to the details. I've never attempted changing brake pads, but now with more time than money, I need to pay attention. 👍

@SteveMack

Жыл бұрын

How did you know?? 😁 Actually, it's been 4 years, almost to the DAY that I'm now turfing those worn out Repco pads (with low miles!), in favour of the brand I always used to use: Bendix (made in Australia!). Have put it off until tomorrow - flushed the power steering system instead...and power wasked the wheels 😉👍👌

@johnnyduplantis

Жыл бұрын

@@SteveMack How did I know? You emailed me. Duh.🤨

@SteveMack

Жыл бұрын

😅No, I mean how did you know I'd watch my own video? (or, did I say I would?)...My memory ya know...

@johnnyduplantis

Жыл бұрын

@@SteveMack I don't know. I can't remember.😅 That's another new one on me. I've never 'wasked' my wheels. 😂 I have an excuse, you don't. 🍻

@SteveMack

Жыл бұрын

@@johnnyduplantis No...stress affects mamories, err...I mean memories - You & I are about on par with that.

It helped me thank Steve , I hope the brakes are the same on a bf xr6

@SteveMack

Жыл бұрын

Good to hear! Brakes are more or less the same universally Brian. 👍

*Super good video!* _If GT is Grand Touring, RT is Road and Track, SS is Super Sport, what is BA?_ *Bad Ass?* I won't even speculate what BF is. Always good to know how to DO IT yourself. You never know what the future has is store for you.

@SteveMack

3 жыл бұрын

LOL

Thanks

@SteveMack

Жыл бұрын

Glad to help!👌👍

wow...good to know.

@SteveMack

5 жыл бұрын

... same exact principle applies to 99% of the cars on the road. 😍

Good work Steve, I haven't used Repco brake pads, but I can see they have good shims with pins and Bendix is good brake pads,but dizajn of shims is very bad, because shim can move out from body of pads and make disc damage.

@SteveMack

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I've usually always used Bendix before this time. Repco ones work well, but as I've since found out after making this video, they are TERRIBLE with brake dust!

you are awesome..

@SteveMack

10 ай бұрын

Cheers!🙂👍

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Good ford

@SteveMack

Жыл бұрын

👍

What was the torque setting for the cailper bolts and slide pins and did you have to bleed the brakes

@SteveMack

2 ай бұрын

All torque settings are in the description area below the video (click show MORE). Bleeding not necessary if doing it this way.👍

Doesn't get any more bogan than an aussie working outdoor on his car bare foot

@SteveMack

2 жыл бұрын

That's it! - Gets the job done though! Why would one wear a suit to get covered in grease?

Thinking of doing this myself, did you have enough clearance to torque the slide pins and mounts with the torque wrench whilst it was on jack stands?

@SteveMack

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, plenty of clearance; I replaced brake hubs and rotors also in the linked video👌👍

Thanks Steve. I've saved the vid for when it comes time to change the pads on my BF XR6. Also, did you end up leaving the dust sheilds on or off? Was wondering if there is a big difference with them off. Cheers.

@SteveMack

2 жыл бұрын

Gidday mate, sorry for delay I have just arrived home from out west (my next vlog) - No; although I thought they may have looked better without the dust shields; I did put them back, and glad really, as the new brake pads (although they work and last WELL): They REALLY leave a LOT of black brake dust on the mags.

@tonyharrison4378

2 жыл бұрын

@@SteveMack Thanks mate, all the best.

@SteveMack

2 жыл бұрын

and to you mate!🍻🙂👍

Was the old sucking bottle the Lucas oil transmission anti-slip additive? Did you use it on this car?

@SteveMack

3 жыл бұрын

(Sorry, I missed this comment); No, by memory it was Lucas power steering additive - used it on another vehicle I have.👌👍

Hi Steve I just did mine do I have to refill the brake fluid master thing? Thanks

@SteveMack

Жыл бұрын

You have to ensure once you've done the job, to top up the brake fluid reservoir back to the full mark (not above) - Otherwise if too low; you risk getting air in the system 👌👍

Hi Steve, just wondering how you rate the Bosch rotors. Have you had any warping/ vibration issues with them since replacing them?

@SteveMack

Жыл бұрын

Hi. Bosch rotors are themselves, fine. However, mine unfortunately became warped due to brake drag, requiring machining. I subsequently found a great solution to this annoying drag (on practicallyany car), via adjusting the brake pushrod to the master cylinder, as shown here;kzread.info/dash/bejne/mpZ8w5ODmM-2caw.html

@mrt-gt

Жыл бұрын

@@SteveMack Great video mate. Watch out for those March flies😂

@SteveMack

Жыл бұрын

@@mrt-gt Cheers! (The bastard things they are!!) 😟👀😁

If my brakes are seized would I have to change the caliper

@SteveMack

2 жыл бұрын

You might, or you could rebuild them

G’day Steve , mate I just watched your video again today after having watched about 8 months ago because it’s time for me to change my brake pads on my 2004 BA Falcon . Can you tell me what you think of these Repco pads , would you recommend them to people. I’m tossing up about whether I buy these Repco pads or go with the Bendix brand. Great video mate . Cheers 🍻

@SteveMack

3 жыл бұрын

Funny you should ask that; I've been meaning to leave a review on the Supercheap website - yes they work very well, but they are extremely messy with brake dust - the wheels are constantly black, so I would go with the traditional Bendix brand in hindsight mate... Bendix is what I always used. I hate to say it as well, but I think the old days of asbestos linings & pads worked better.

@conservativesniperhunter7439

3 жыл бұрын

@ Steve Mack lol Thanks Steve , I think I’ll the Bendix . I do remember the old Metal King brake pads I used to put on my Ex Chaser 5 liter VK Commodore , The were excellent brake pads .

@SteveMack

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I'd go Bendix, only because of less brake dust, otherwise as I said, the repco ones DO work very well (I think they also have a few variants in the range also)👍

@conservativesniperhunter7439

3 жыл бұрын

@Steve Mack Thanks for advice Steve . Cheers 🍻

@SteveMack

3 жыл бұрын

@@conservativesniperhunter7439 you're very welcome mate

Why don't you just use the blead nipple on the breaks while pushing them back in then top up If needed

@SteveMack

11 ай бұрын

Could do that - this just adds a little extra insurance against the ingress of air.

There seems to be some sort of nut between the brake caliper and brake caliper frame which appears to be spinning freely when removing the brake caliper frame. What is this nut for and why does it spin freely?

@SteveMack

Жыл бұрын

The nut you are referring to is likely the sliding pin or guide pin that holds the brake pads in place within the caliper. These pins allow the pads to move in and out as the brakes are applied and released. It's normal for the sliding pin to spin freely when the brake caliper frame is removed. This is because the pin is designed to be able to rotate, which helps to distribute the brake pad wear evenly. However, it's important to ensure that the pin is properly lubricated and free from any debris or corrosion that could affect its performance. When reinstalling the brake caliper frame, make sure the sliding pin is properly seated in its housing and torque it to the manufacturer's specifications to ensure proper braking performance. 👌👍🙂

@magyaradam

Жыл бұрын

@@SteveMack thanks but I've noticed that this sliding pin thing is always loose on everybody's video and even on my BA falcon when loosening and tightening the outer bolt. Is is supposed to be loose?

@SteveMack

Жыл бұрын

Yes. 👌

can you please tell me how to bleed the brakes on a BA Falcon?

@SteveMack

2 жыл бұрын

...How to do the whole thing, or the bleed sequence?

@philhercrack5372

2 жыл бұрын

@@SteveMack hi Steve thanks for the quick response ..... I replaced the hub assembly (wheel bearing) on the front left wheel. It was the first time I had done the job and I disconnected the brake line to remove the brake assembly instead of tying the brake assembly onto the suspension. I put everything back together (including the brake hose) and now I have no pressure in my brake pedal. I went online for some answers and found your video, any help would be appreciated thanks

@SteveMack

2 жыл бұрын

No problem - This is the way I did that job;kzread.info/dash/bejne/gJ-F066tY9K1hJs.html So; do you know HOW to bleed brakes?

@philhercrack5372

2 жыл бұрын

@@SteveMack yeah I saw your video AFTER I had done the job and just about kicked myself for not watching first ..... as far as bleeding brakes, Ive owned Falcons my whole life and I always just did the '3 pumps open the nipple, repeat until only fluid comes out' trick. is that all I do here?

@SteveMack

2 жыл бұрын

...In the time between your reply, I wrote the following for you (so I'll leave it here for others that may ask) - Pull off the rubber cover (if it's still there) on the bleeder valve, then attach a length (say 1 or 2 metres long) of transparent plastic hose so you can SEE the brake fluid and bubbles passing through it, to the nipple on the bleeder. Have an assistant pump the brake pedal up and down 3-4 times, then hold the pedal down fairly hard. Open the bleeder (best using a flare nut spanner) and let fluid flow out through the air line into a waste container...Repeat this process a few times on each brake line, until no bubbles pass through, just clean brake fluid. The normal order of bleeding the brakes, is the furthest away (brake line length) first - so typically bleed the brakes in the following order: Rear Left, Rear Right, Front Right, Front Left. 🍻👍

Morning Mark, can you tell me why my rotor is being chewed out on the inside

@topcabdriver50

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry Steve don't know where I got mark from

@SteveMack

3 жыл бұрын

@@topcabdriver50 That's better🙂👍

@SteveMack

3 жыл бұрын

Are your pads worn down to bare metal? Perhaps the pistons in the calipers are seized. In any case, if it's really bad you'll have to fix it, then either replace rotors or have both left and right pairs skimmed, although sounds like it's too damaged for that. Shop around on the phone to a few places first.👍 Steve

@topcabdriver50

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve, yeah removed wheel bearing hub assembly, have up n down play in hub replacing wheel bearing hub assembly

@topcabdriver50

3 жыл бұрын

Think I've found the problem Steve can't get wheel bearing hub assembly till tomorrow morning, so its time to cook a steak cheers

Can anyone answer as to why my back calliper bolt on the calliper itself where you pushed the slide and something about binding. Well one of mine are very loose like it goes in and out and bottom one is very tight it doesn't move in the slide at all and I cannot put new brakes in. Any help would be much appreciated

@SteveMack

2 жыл бұрын

Gidday, you need to disassemble the whole caliper slide, lightly sand the bolts to get any surface rust off (which is why the other bolt is binding), clean them off then re-grease them with a high melting point grease; that will let them slide as intended, and prevent sticking 😉🍻👍🙂

@danielgibson1325

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry slider pin itself one comes right out thr other won't won't turn and I can't get my back brake back on

@danielgibson1325

2 жыл бұрын

@@SteveMack cheers mate much appreciated

@SteveMack

2 жыл бұрын

No worries mate - Let me know how you go!👌🍻👍🙂🔧

@SteveMack

2 жыл бұрын

Ah, ok - sounds like it's ceased in there with RUST! - Try soaking the whole CEASED part (NOT the entire caliper; as you don't want to get penetrating oil into it, which would mean stripping down the whole thing to clean it) in RP7 or WD40 overnight (at least), then clean it all up and grease as I mentioned.

What is torque spec for wheels,thanx?

@SteveMack

3 жыл бұрын

I'm believe that flashes up during the video. I'll put it in the description later.👍

@SteveMack

3 жыл бұрын

Gidday mate - sorry for delay: Maximum wheel nut torque 135Nm (99 ft lb). Wheels should be tightened in criss-cross star shaped pattern, repeat to ensure tightness. Other specs I have at the 10 minute mark, but have now included them in the description. Hope that helps?

@interceptor7905

3 жыл бұрын

@@SteveMack It does help,thank you very much mate

@SteveMack

3 жыл бұрын

@@interceptor7905 Cool, glad to be of service🙂👍

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8:20 Ha Ha Ha Ha

Pistons need to be cleaned before they are pushed back

@SteveMack

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, but for the sake of keeping the video shorter, I did omit filming that step, sorry, duly noted for next subject🙂

@interceptor7905

3 жыл бұрын

@@SteveMack All good I freaked out a bit,lol

@SteveMack

3 жыл бұрын

@@interceptor7905 hahaha🙃

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@conservativesniperhunter7439

3 жыл бұрын

Did those Repco pads last a30,000 to 40,000 km Steve ?

@SteveMack

3 жыл бұрын

@@conservativesniperhunter7439 Easy; I've done at least that many on it now and still going strong👍

@conservativesniperhunter7439

3 жыл бұрын

@ Steve Mack That’s good to hear . Thanks Steve . Cheers 🍻

@SteveMack

3 жыл бұрын

@@conservativesniperhunter7439 and correction; I bought the discs from Supercheap, but the brakes of course from Repco

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Why do they call them disc brake rotors. Aren't they just the disc. Shouldn't they be called disc brake discs or simply discs?

@SteveMack

3 жыл бұрын

I didn't come up with the name, you can also call them brake discs, but they're sold as 'brake rotors'.

@ianmontgomery7534

3 жыл бұрын

@@SteveMack No worries Steve. It was just a general question to KZreadrs rather than to you specifically. I hope someone has an answer as to why they call them rotors and not discs. Good job on your video!

@SteveMack

3 жыл бұрын

@@ianmontgomery7534 Yeah I know, and cheers. It's just the mechanical term that's always been used. They're the rotating part of the brakes, hence the term rotors.👍