01-04-2017, 06:00 AM
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Location: New England
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Quick Question: Brake Pad Retainer Kit
I'm getting ready to order new pads and rotors and was wondering if I can reuse the pins and retainers. At over $120 for a full set, I would prefer to put that money to use in higher quality pads and rotors.
OTOH, I want to do the job right, so if it's wise to replace the hardware, so be it. Thanks!
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01-04-2017, 06:26 AM
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There Is No Substitute.
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You can reuse the pins/retainers, there is no reason to replace them unless they are broken. 
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01-04-2017, 08:04 AM
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Originally Posted by steved0x
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Thanks Steve! I know one of you guys would find that part cheaper!
After a thread search, I'm now finding that it's recommended to replace the caliper bolts as well when you do a rotor changeout.
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01-04-2017, 08:15 AM
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And put a dab of grease/oil/ antisieze on the pin
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01-04-2017, 04:16 PM
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On the slippery slope
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All you really need is the pin anyway
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01-04-2017, 05:29 PM
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Its the spring that tends to corrode.
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01-06-2017, 02:09 PM
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You can reuse the pins and retainers, but you can't reuse the screws that mount the caliper to the hub. Porsche specifies replacement only ... once is enough to stretch them.
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01-07-2017, 04:58 AM
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Ikchris is right. I had to remove my calipers at the track, the bolts started to strip out when removed.
Get the caliper studs from Tarrett. Well worth the $
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01-07-2017, 10:28 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Van914
Ikchris is right. I had to remove my calipers at the track, the bolts started to strip out when removed.
Get the caliper studs from Tarrett. Well worth the $
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Anti seize the caliper bolts... especially if you track the car.
Then use proper torque when tightening.
I've been doing this for years without any problems.
Mike
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