GSL/GSL-SE rear disc pad interchange question.
09-14-07, 02:01 PM
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GSL/GSL-SE rear disc pad interchange question.
Alright, im getting fucked around a bit by local parts stores, are GSL rear disc brake pads the same as the GSLSE brake pads?
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Here's a neat trick, since the GSL brakes are all the same from 81-85, ask for parts to fit an 81 or 82. That prevents the morons operating the parts computer from getting cornfuseded.. Only item that this doesn't work on, is front rotors.
If it's just rear pads you need, ask for part number D235. D76 is the front.
If it's just rear pads you need, ask for part number D235. D76 is the front.
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Here's a neat trick, since the GSL brakes are all the same from 81-85, ask for parts to fit an 81 or 82. That prevents the morons operating the parts computer from getting cornfuseded.. Only item that this doesn't work on, is front rotors.
If it's just rear pads you need, ask for part number D235. D76 is the front.
If it's just rear pads you need, ask for part number D235. D76 is the front.
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09-14-07, 03:34 PM
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Then here, go onto these sites and look up your parts.
www.napaonline.com
www.autozone.com
www.cskauto.com
www.rockauto.com
www.blackdragonauto.com
www.mazdatrix.com
www.mazdaautoparts.com
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alright, I've picked up my brake pads today and I can't wait to get driving again, but first they must be installed. I've checked the FAQs page as well as searched, no luck. Is there any pdf files or diagrams floating around on how to change the rear brake pads? This whole E brake being attached to the caliper is confusing the hell out of me.
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09-14-07, 09:41 PM
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Decent needlenose pliers, and a cautious touch, will also work. Small or cheap needlenose pliers, forget it. The tool isn't that exspensive, I just was in a hurry.....
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The needle nose pliers way works, but is slow and tedious. You also run the risk of seriously destroying your hand if you slip.
Get the cube. It's like $10 or $20.
It fits onto a 3/8ths extension and ratchet. Different sides have different nubs and ffit different cars.
Get the cube. It's like $10 or $20.
It fits onto a 3/8ths extension and ratchet. Different sides have different nubs and ffit different cars.
09-15-07, 12:31 PM
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Your right that cube is the ticket, just don't use it with an air ratchet. A friend of mine had the ratchet handy and used it.....ended up with a leaking caliper. Turn the piston slowly untill it's retracted enough to get the pad on.
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Yeah, I need to get that cube tool. I just installed a disc brake rearend. The calipers were questionable, so I rebuilt them. It's far easier to do the needlenose plier thing, when there isn't any fluid being moved around......
