Jeep Wrangler

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  • AudioGenics
    AudioGenics Posts: 2,567
    edited July 2009
    drool.....

    that is one great RUBI !

    some day !
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  • AudioGenics
    AudioGenics Posts: 2,567
    edited July 2009
    here's a craiglist ad high mileage
    does not say engine size...

    1998 Jeep Wrangler - $3700
    Date: 2009-07-17, 7:04PM EDT
    Reply to: sale-yd74r-1275466684@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]

    1998 Jeep Wrangler
    145,754 miles
    AS IS
    I need to sell this ASAP, I will consider ALL REASONABLE offers!!
    Serious inquires only!!
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  • bobman1235
    bobman1235 Posts: 10,822
    edited July 2009
    Real men ride CJ-7s.
    If you will it, dude, it is no dream.
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  • AudioGenics
    AudioGenics Posts: 2,567
    edited July 2009
    CJ YJ TJ JK LJ

    I'll take any of them !
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  • Serendipity
    Serendipity Posts: 6,975
    edited August 2009
    jvc wrote: »
    forget about cosmetics stuff...unless it is rust and structural.
    fix all the safety and basics first.

    jvc -

    I've got a question. I'm trying to replace the rear brake pads on the Maxima and I've pulled the caliper assembly off the rotors, problem is that the piston is rusted badly and I can't get it to retract.

    So - is there any way to rotate the piston or retract it if it's rusted? It's not fully pushed in, and now I can't close the caliper. There isn't enough space for the new pads nor the old pads.

    I tried to rotate the piston but it's completely rusted. It doesn't move back at all. Have any ideas what could be done?
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  • AudioGenics
    AudioGenics Posts: 2,567
    edited August 2009
    My suggestion would be a new replacement brake unit
    otherwise
    (1) find an excellent used replacement from a salvage/recycler yard
    (2) remanufactured brake unit
    (3) rebuild if you are capable

    and always confirm and check with your personal professional local mechanic.
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  • AudioGenics
    AudioGenics Posts: 2,567
    edited August 2009
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOkbcAdw0Es

    How to Replace Front Brake Pads : Compressing Caliper for Brake Pads

    ooops check next for rear... may need special tool
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  • AudioGenics
    AudioGenics Posts: 2,567
    edited August 2009
    How to Replace Rear Brake Pads : About Compressing a Caliper

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7AIKtACxUTw&feature=related
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  • Serendipity
    Serendipity Posts: 6,975
    edited August 2009
    jvc wrote: »
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOkbcAdw0Es

    How to Replace Front Brake Pads : Compressing Caliper for Brake Pads

    ooops check next for rear... may need special tool

    Where can I get such a tool? I went to the local auto parts store (Strauss Auto) and they didn't have anything for compressing brake calipers.
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  • AudioGenics
    AudioGenics Posts: 2,567
    edited August 2009
    search on " Rear Brake Caliper Compression Tool "

    check eBAY... rear caliper tool

    also get a can of PBblaster which is a rust penetrant and soak it overnite.
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  • Serendipity
    Serendipity Posts: 6,975
    edited August 2009
    jvc wrote: »
    search on " Rear Brake Caliper Compression Tool "

    check eBAY... rear caliper tool

    also get a can of PBblaster which is a rust penetrant and soak it overnite.

    Oh crap... I thought this was something you could get at a local parts store.

    Looks like I'll be taking off Monday to do this then.
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  • AudioGenics
    AudioGenics Posts: 2,567
    edited August 2009
    found this on harbor freight
    some of their tools are not so hot but cheap and inexpensive

    http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=40732
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  • AudioGenics
    AudioGenics Posts: 2,567
    edited August 2009
    here are better pictures of a rear brake job

    http://www.2carpros.com/how_to/rear_brake_pads.htm
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  • Serendipity
    Serendipity Posts: 6,975
    edited August 2009
    Looks like replacing brake pads is much harder than described in the "how-to" section on Edmunds and WikiHow.com

    I guess it'll take me a few days or more.
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  • Serendipity
    Serendipity Posts: 6,975
    edited August 2009
    jvc wrote: »
    found this on harbor freight
    some of their tools are not so hot but cheap and inexpensive

    http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=40732

    jvc:

    So - I got the tool after going to 3 parts stores and compressed the piston in the caliper.

    Problem is, now the brakes are so ridiculously sensitive that a light tap on on the brake gets you to a complete stop (really really short stopping distance). Did I over tighten the caliper? Or does the piston need to be adjusted in some specific manner?

    It's like stop on a dime brakes now!!
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  • goingganzo
    goingganzo Posts: 2,793
    edited August 2009
    well you know why the women love the wranglers it is for the bumpy ride he haw
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  • goingganzo
    goingganzo Posts: 2,793
    edited August 2009
    just buy a large c clamp for the brakes
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  • Serendipity
    Serendipity Posts: 6,975
    edited August 2009
    goingganzo wrote: »
    just buy a large c clamp for the brakes

    Yes, I did that. I also got a compressor tool to retract the piston.

    The thing is after the new brake change, I need to adjust the calipers. They are too tight. Is there any way to make them less tight?
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  • AudioGenics
    AudioGenics Posts: 2,567
    edited August 2009
    appadv wrote: »
    jvc:

    So - I got the tool after going to 3 parts stores and compressed the piston in the caliper.

    Problem is, now the brakes are so ridiculously sensitive that a light tap on on the brake gets you to a complete stop (really really short stopping distance). Did I over tighten the caliper? Or does the piston need to be adjusted in some specific manner?

    It's like stop on a dime brakes now!!

    There is an "break-in" process that needs to be done so that the
    brake pad material is conditioned. I'll surf for the write up and post it for you.

    couple of other things to be aware of
    check brake fluid level
    make sure you bleed the brake line to ensure that there is not any air in it.
    double / triple check everything and then again.

    glad you were able to locate the tool.

    here are some suggestions for "break" in new pads

    Brake Pad and Rotor Bed-In Procedures

    http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/tech/techpage.jsp?techid=85
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  • AudioGenics
    AudioGenics Posts: 2,567
    edited August 2009
    regarding "tightness"

    found this comment regarding NISSAN

    Another one of the Maxima's strong points is it's brakes. The brake pedal is very firm but sensitive, not squishy. Very little pressure is required to operate the pedal, but the brakes feel precise. The brakes also have excellent grip, which inspires confidence in the car's ability to stop quickly. If anything the brakes are perhaps a bit too sensitive. Several times I brought the car to a halt faster than I had intended to. If you are used to "squishy" brakes, the ones on a Maxima may take some getting used to, but I quickly came to appreciate them.


    search
    brake pedal pressure too sensitive adjusting
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  • CaligulaPolk
    CaligulaPolk Posts: 1,650
    edited August 2009
    apc wrote: »
    Wranglers are a blast! I love mine, but am glad it's not a daily driver. Mileage sux, but the top off and a nice day is hard to beat. Here's my Rubi:

    IMG_10871.jpg

    NICE Rubicon, i love jeep
    I am 100% BORN DEAF and No I am not kidding! :D Why am I here? My wife's hearing! :p

    My Home Theater Rig || Television: 58" Panasonic TH-58PZ800U Viera Plasma || Power Conditioner: Power Monster HTS 3600 MKII || Receiver: Onkyo TX-SR805 || Blu-Ray/Gaming: 60 Gigabytes Playstation 3 || Amplifier: Emotiva XPA-5 || Fronts: Polk Audio RT800i || Center: Polk Audio CS245i || Surrounds: TBA|| Subwoofer: TBA
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  • Serendipity
    Serendipity Posts: 6,975
    edited August 2009
    jvc wrote: »
    There is an "break-in" process that needs to be done so that the
    brake pad material is conditioned. I'll surf for the write up and post it for you.

    couple of other things to be aware of
    check brake fluid level
    make sure you bleed the brake line to ensure that there is not any air in it.
    double / triple check everything and then again.

    glad you were able to locate the tool.

    here are some suggestions for "break" in new pads

    Brake Pad and Rotor Bed-In Procedures

    http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/tech/techpage.jsp?techid=85

    Brake fluid level is right at the line, it's filled up and not too little (not too much either).

    I think I overtightened something because a light pressure applied to the brake pedal sends you to an instant stop.

    Or it could be not bleeding the brake lines correctly, I'll have to read up on that procedure and repeat the process. I thought the point was not to get air in the brake lines?
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  • Serendipity
    Serendipity Posts: 6,975
    edited August 2009
    I should have just gone to the dealer or a local mechanic.

    No matter what I try, I can't get the brakes to loosen up. Should I give up or what?

    I thought "fix the safety issues" was going to be good but it ends up creating other issues...
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  • AudioGenics
    AudioGenics Posts: 2,567
    edited August 2009
    did you read POST #81....

    also make sure to check the emergency brake.

    Brakes are the most important system in an motor car
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  • Serendipity
    Serendipity Posts: 6,975
    edited August 2009
    jvc wrote: »
    did you read POST #81....

    Yeah I did. What I am experiencing is definitely not normal.

    At least I do have brakes though. I'm going to ask a local mechanic tomorrow.
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  • Serendipity
    Serendipity Posts: 6,975
    edited August 2009
    jvc wrote: »
    also make sure to check the emergency brake.

    Brakes are the most important system in an motor car

    That could be a possibility, it seems like the emergency brake cable is dragging. I didn't remove the emergency brake cable, just set it aside.

    Didn't know a simple brake change could become so complicated...
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  • AudioGenics
    AudioGenics Posts: 2,567
    edited August 2009
    read this...
    http://www.se-r.net/car_info/brake_performance.html

    right at the end :
    4. Rear calipers: From my experience with our rear calipers, if the parking brake mechanism is hanging up or stuck, it's probably best to just get a new/rebuilt caliper. You may be able to loosen up the frozen mechanism, but in two separate SE-Rs this problem has just returned within a month. The obvious sign that it is reoccurring is when smoke comes billowing out of the rear wheel well or you smell hot brake pad material when stopped at a traffic light. I know this has been a long post, but with all the talk about how to make our car cars fast, we rarely upgrade our brakes. Our cars are blessed with pretty good brakes and if they are working properly they can handle most of the crap we demand of them. So take the time to check them out.
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  • Serendipity
    Serendipity Posts: 6,975
    edited August 2009
    I'm going to have my family mechanic look at it tomorrow. He owns a shop and also a towing company.

    Sounds like the e-brake is dragging.

    No worries here...
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  • goingganzo
    goingganzo Posts: 2,793
    edited August 2009
    dont forget to lower the jeep man a 2-3 in drop would look sick
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  • AudioGenics
    AudioGenics Posts: 2,567
    edited August 2009
    how did you fare with the rear brakes ?
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