Brakes

L1J said:
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I have the 2004 version here, anything specific you want to know?
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Is there a book time on there for changing the discs and pads on an alfa 156?

I don't know how specific autodata is but how long does it say for changing the oil seal on the driveshaft?

Cheers :)
 
M0T said:
Is there a book time on there for changing the discs and pads on an alfa 156?

I don't know how specific autodata is but how long does it say for changing the oil seal on the driveshaft?

Cheers :)
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Disks 0.75 hours, I'm assuming they wouldnt charge the 0.6 hours for doing the pads as they would be off with the disks.

Driveshaft seal - inner 1.9 hours - It's not very clear which seal its listing but that's the most obvious one when comparing to everything else that's listed.
 
I'm doing the job myself but I wanted an idea of how long it was going to take.

The instructions for the driveshaft seal are pitifully poor in the workshop manual so I couldn't really judge how long it was going to take.

Out of a curious interest does it list the time for changing a v6 engine?
 
L1J said:
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I have the 2004 version here, anything specific you want to know?
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:D

I'm after the torque settings or proceedures (sump bolt order etc) to rebuild the bottom end (crank) on a Renault Clio 172 engine - 2000 - F4R 730

cheers! (want my email? :o)
 
M0T said:
I'm doing the job myself but I wanted an idea of how long it was going to take.

The instructions for the driveshaft seal are pitifully poor in the workshop manual so I couldn't really judge how long it was going to take.

Out of a curious interest does it list the time for changing a v6 engine?
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Remove and install 9.2 hours!
 
MrMatteh said:
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I'm after the torque settings or proceedures (sump bolt order etc) to rebuild the bottom end (crank) on a Renault Clio 172 engine - 2000 - F4R 730

cheers! (want my email? :o)
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Can I get back to you tomorrow afternoon? I have an exam tomorrow morning so just taking a break from revising at the mo :D
 
L1J said:
Remove and install 9.2 hours!
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Haha, it took us 8 days 9 - 5 although we arn't mechanics.

My local guy said when they did it at dealerships they were always wildly optimistic about engine change times.

The biggest barrier to getting it done was that bolts kept shearing and the threads were made of cheese.
 
Tupac said:
I got some warranty work done on the Corsa, now Vauxhall picked up my two front brake pads are literally worn to nothing. Because they do a Vehicle check after any work.

So I get a price for the 2 pads supplied and fitted @ £105.00 inc vat which I see as a **** take to me.

I know the cars still in warranty until October, but I was thinking I may just get Kwik Fit to do the job as they have that deal where they'll replace parts for aslong as i'm the owner.

But really though what should I be paying for 2 pads supplied and fitted?

Thanks.
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i got a quote of 130 for pads and discs for my saxo from a few places

im getting it done now for £70 but £105 seems too much for just pads
 
I am thankful that nissan have made pad replacement on the 200sx a breeze. All it is jack up car wheel off, remove pad retaining pin clip, remove retaining pins, lift out pads, fit pad shims on to new pads, insert new pads, and do it all back up again, simple
 
Yea, it doesn't take that long but if it involves caliper winding tools, or any fiddly jobs, it can stretch. Brakes aren't something you want to rush, anyway!

I can change a set of Mitsubishi Evo front pads (properly), including removing and refitting the wheel, in well under 90 seconds, for example on a good day (provided I have my impact drill). That's without prior practice! Ah, the joys of pitstop challenges!
 
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thedazman67 said:
I am thankful that nissan have made pad replacement on the 200sx a breeze. All it is jack up car wheel off, remove pad retaining pin clip, remove retaining pins, lift out pads, fit pad shims on to new pads, insert new pads, and do it all back up again, simple
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Yep, nice and easy on the SX, even the pistons push in with ease.

Shame the calipers are crap at actually stopping the car :D
 
I'm not sure weather to attempt this or not. It sounds really easy in the Haynes manual and would only cost me £40 for discs and pads. Its not so much just the money saving either, i enjoy building things etc so would like learn how to work on a car.

Ive got all the right tools just need some brake fluid in case any spills and a g clamp (not sure of the size to get?).
 
Lopéz said:
Why would you spill any brake fluid? Spill it out of where?
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Not sure but it says when you push the piston back in the fluid level can rise and may need a bit siphoning off. Just thought it could be a good idea to get some as I'll be doing the work on my dads land thats a fair walk from my house if i cant drive back :D.

Cheers, I'll give the fluid a miss then if i don't need any :).
 
Brakes are really easy so long it was done properly last time otherwise you might have problems with rusted up parts, use lots of grease when you do it back up and obviously double check everything is working fine on a wide empty road
 
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