03 sedan brake pad install - Page 2 - G35Driver - Infiniti G35 & G37 Forum Discussion

Sep 10, 2007 | 12:48 PM

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jimmyc13

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Originally Posted by ajg35

I'm trying to find a DIY thread, but haven't had much luck thus far. I've done many brake jobs, but never on an infiniti.

Here you go man....this is what I used: https://g35driver.com/forums/brakes-suspension-diy/52272-diy-5at-brakes-rotors-diy-oh-my.html

Sep 10, 2007 | 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by lexusk8

I'm running Hawks on OEM rotors for my fronts (kept the stock pads and OEM rotors on the rears). The pad install is pretty straightforward like any other brake job. Nothing out of the ordinary except I would probably say a couple things:

- Turn the wheel you're working on towards you so that you have more room to remove the bolts from the caliper.
- The new brake pads must be installed in only one way (you can see it when you compare with the old pads ready to be removed) and are held on by metal clips attached to the brake assembly.
- To push the piston back into the caliper, I would use the old brake pad as an interface between the C-clamp and the piston. Watch the brake fluid as you work the piston (don't forget to loosen the brake fluid cover and place rags around beforehand!)

Maybe I'm misreading, but you don't need to remove the caliper for a pad install. It's one 14mm and that's it.

Sep 10, 2007 | 03:26 PM

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From: pinellas county FLA, queens N.Y.

If Your Getting Avg Quality Pads Why Not Just Get Hawk Pads ..

Its Only A Difference Of A Few Bucks ..

I Got My First Set In Recently ..

Wayyyy Less Dust .. And I Feel Better Stopping Power ...

Definetly Sticking With Hawk Pads Forever From Now On ...

Sep 10, 2007 | 04:52 PM

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From: Philly burbs

Had Hawk HPS on a previous car (300ZX) and was not a fan. They resisted fade well, but initial bite was poor, especially in colder temps and rain. In fact, in the rain these pads were downright scary. It took a good 1/2 second before you felt any braking action at all.