Brake Pads - should I replace them?

[HawkWing]

After spending $300 for pads, I'd go ahead and lay down another $10 for some good quality synthetic brake fluid, and flush the splooge from the hydraulics with a complete (front, rear, and clutch)fluid change. You'll also need to use some anti-seize paste when re-installing those pad pins, assuming you get them off intact. Be careful removing them, and use a 6 point socket, as mentioned above. My "08 rear pins were partially seized at 30k.

 

[Rider_FJR]

I will forsure flush the brake fluid.

I also got these. Can't wait to test them out.

https://www.speedbleeder.com

After spending $300 for pads, I'd go ahead and lay down another $10 for some good quality synthetic brake fluid, and flush the splooge from the hydraulics with a complete (front, rear, and clutch)fluid change. You'll also need to use some anti-seize paste when re-installing those pad pins, assuming you get them off intact. Be careful removing them, and use a 6 point socket, as mentioned above. My "08 rear pins were partially seized at 30k.

 

[Donal]

After spending $300 for pads, I'd go ahead and lay down another $10 for some good quality synthetic brake fluid, and flush the splooge from the hydraulics with a complete (front, rear, and clutch)fluid change. You'll also need to use some anti-seize paste when re-installing those pad pins, assuming you get them off intact. Be careful removing them, and use a 6 point socket, as mentioned above. My "08 rear pins were partially seized at 30k.

Not to sure what you mean by synthetic. The recommended fluid for the FJR is DOT 4 which is a glycol based fluid. If you want to spend a little more money go for a DOT 5.1 fluid which is still glycol based but formulated specially for ABS systems. I would not recommend using a DOT 5 fluid, which is silicone based and may not be compatible with seals hoses etc. YMMV

Don

 

[Rider_FJR]

On the way home, I will get DOT 4 from AutoZone.

I did see DOT 5, but DOT 4 is what people use and it works, I'm worried about getting DOT 5.

After spending $300 for pads, I'd go ahead and lay down another $10 for some good quality synthetic brake fluid, and flush the splooge from the hydraulics with a complete (front, rear, and clutch)fluid change. You'll also need to use some anti-seize paste when re-installing those pad pins, assuming you get them off intact. Be careful removing them, and use a 6 point socket, as mentioned above. My "08 rear pins were partially seized at 30k.

Not to sure what you mean by synthetic. The recommended fluid for the FJR is DOT 4 which is a glycol based fluid. If you want to spend a little more money go for a DOT 5.1 fluid which is still glycol based but formulated specially for ABS systems. I would not recommend using a DOT 5 fluid, which is silicone based and may not be compatible with seals hoses etc. YMMV

Don

 

[Fred W]

On the way home, I will get DOT 4 from AutoZone.

I did see DOT 5, but DOT 4 is what people use and it works, I'm worried about getting DOT 5.

You are worried with good reason. You do NOT want to use the DOT 5 silicone brake fluid in your FJR. For one thing, silicone oil, being non-hygroscopic will not absornb any water that it comes into contact with. The water will sink to the bottom and corrode things down there in a hurry, not to mention boiling very quickly.

DOT 3, DOT 4 or DOT 5.1 are all OK. I'd just go with the 4 since that is what is called for.

 

[Rider_FJR]

DOT 4 it is and change it every how many miles? years?

On the way home, I will get DOT 4 from AutoZone.

I did see DOT 5, but DOT 4 is what people use and it works, I'm worried about getting DOT 5.

You are worried with good reason. You do NOT want to use the DOT 5 silicone brake fluid in your FJR. For one thing, silicone oil, being non-hygroscopic will not absornb any water that it comes into contact with. The water will sink to the bottom and corrode things down there in a hurry, not to mention boiling very quickly.

DOT 3, DOT 4 or DOT 5.1 are all OK. I'd just go with the 4 since that is what is called for.

 

[Donal]

A little more info on DOT 5.1 click here

As for frequency - I change mine every year, it's so cheap why take the risk? In addition to it's other properties brake fluid contains corrosion inhibitors which degrade over time. Some more info here

I have also fitted speed bleeders, well worth the time/money in my opinion

Don

 

[Rider_FJR]

Once is a year is perfect. How many Oz. bottle would I need?

A little more info on DOT 5.1 click here

As for frequency - I change mine every year, it's so cheap why take the risk? In addition to it's other properties brake fluid contains corrosion inhibitors which degrade over time. Some more info here

I have also fitted speed bleeders, well worth the time/money in my opinion

Don

 

[HotRodZilla]

DOT 4 it is and change it every how many miles? years?

First, install the SpeedBleeders when you do the fluid change, they are great.

Don't forget that your lower right bleed valve and piston are actuated by the rear brake pedal (GenII).

Also don't forget to squeeze your lever gently to prevent fluid from spurting over the top of your reservoir. Some drop a quarter or something in there...I just use care.

Go to Walgreen's or any pharmacy and get one of those syringes used to give kids cold medicine. Use that gently to pull the crappy fluid out of the reservoir instead of just running it all through your system. It will go faster and lessen the amount of crap that runs through your lines.

Don't forget to flush your clutch in exactly the same way.

I do mine once a year. Many go longer, very few do it more often. If you puts lots of miles, you nay just go by mileage...up to you.

I usually use the Valvoline Semi-synthetic Dot4. It seems all the Dot4 is semi-synthetic...From what I've seen.

Have fun...

 

[Rider_FJR]

I like your idea about using syringes.

I do have to run to Jewel-Osco tonight, so I will get one. Is 12 oz of DOT 4 enough for the job?

DOT 4 it is and change it every how many miles? years?

First, install the SpeedBleeders when you do the fluid change, they are great.

Don't forget that your lower right bleed valve and piston are actuated by the rear brake pedal (GenII).

Also don't forget to squeeze your lever gently to prevent fluid from spurting over the top of your reservoir. Some drop a quarter or something in there...I just use care.

Go to Walgreen's or any pharmacy and get one of those syringes used to give kids cold medicine. Use that gently to pull the crappy fluid out of the reservoir instead of just running it all through your system. It will go faster and lessen the amount of crap that runs through your lines.

Don't forget to flush your clutch in exactly the same way.

I do mine once a year. Many go longer, very few do it more often. If you puts lots of miles, you nay just go by mileage...up to you.

I usually use the Valvoline Semi-synthetic Dot4. It seems all the Dot4 is semi-synthetic...From what I've seen.

Have fun...

 

[HotRodZilla]

I like your idea about using syringes.

I do have to run to Jewel-Osco tonight, so I will get one. Is 12 oz of DOT 4 enough for the job?

I think it is. I buy the Valvoline from AutoZone and its the medium sized bottle. Prolly waste a little less than half. But...a small bottle won't be enough.

 

[bigdaddy78]

Front fjr pads all you need is a pair of needle nose pliers. Takes less than 5 mins if you done it before.