Brake Pads and Sensors for the Porsche 996 / 997

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  • Опубликовано: 25 апр 2022
  • Changing your own brake pads and brake wear sensors can save you hundreds of dollars. This seemingly complicated job is actually pretty straight forward with a little bit of patience and the right tools.
    A few years ago I took the seemingly terrifying plunge to try doing the job myself. That first time it took me most of the day but after doing the same job on a 997 and another 996, I'm now able to do both of my front brake pads in less than an hour. Tack on another 30 mins per wheel if you also want to replace your rotors.
    This is a really fun job and any amateur wrench'er or car enthusiast. As ever, work at your own risk and be careful! If in doubt, as a professional.
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Комментарии • 27

  • @aboyandhisdog
    @aboyandhisdog 2 года назад +5

    A note on the sensors...there is a right and a left. The difference is subtle and they will still work if they are mixed up, but will fit better if used on the correct side.

  • @mejaikaidyson1909
    @mejaikaidyson1909 Год назад +2

    Thank you. This gives me the confidence to do it myself. See you soon at check it Chicago

    • @AutoAmateur
      @AutoAmateur  Год назад +1

      See you there! Give me a shout if you need any help during the job.

  • @toddatstone_city_outlaw8714
    @toddatstone_city_outlaw8714 2 года назад +2

    Great video, this is very helpful for the guy that wants to do their first DIY brake job.

  • @Bonspieler
    @Bonspieler 2 года назад

    The longer I own my 997, the more I'm amazed at how easy they are to work on. Going through the FSH I got with the car, the PO paid over a grand for brakes, and close to 400 for oil changes!! Haven't had to do the brakes yet, but I've done 4 oil changes so far. Under 70 bucks for material and a half an hour of my time. Gotta love the P tax! Calipers look great! Nice to see more content again. Cheers

  • @cstavrou58
    @cstavrou58 2 года назад +1

    Great work James! That cat is going to be like new when you are done with it.

  • @cmcnichols4
    @cmcnichols4 2 года назад +1

    Great video ! I am in the middle of doing this on my 996, so very timely. Thank you!

  • @natemallory9141
    @natemallory9141 2 года назад

    Good work James

  • @NZGilead
    @NZGilead 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for this video. I always spend a good time when one of your new video is popping up.

    • @AutoAmateur
      @AutoAmateur  2 года назад

      Very kind of you, thanks so much!

  • @JetFuelOnly
    @JetFuelOnly 2 года назад +1

    Nice work. Good angle and very straight forward

  • @wernerengel4919
    @wernerengel4919 2 года назад +1

    As always, totally impressed.

  • @jdkroh
    @jdkroh 2 года назад +1

    missed the live, thanks for the brake video! and those calipers look gorgeous.....

    • @AutoAmateur
      @AutoAmateur  2 года назад

      Cheers Jeremey!! I have to admit, I really love the calipers. I'm never going back to boring black or silver ever again! :)

  • @robpenna3994
    @robpenna3994 2 года назад +1

    Very informative. I like the music intro too.

  • @motorsandmeats88
    @motorsandmeats88 2 года назад +1

    Nice work. If you want more practice/opportunities for doing brake jobs, get a set of pads to run on the track and start tracking your car. You can change the pads back to street pads when you’re done!

  • @andresmoline751
    @andresmoline751 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for the DIY video!, do you recommend the TEXTAR pads for a 991.1 S ? My car will need pads soon and I'm looking for something that doesn't make so much dust or squeak, Thank you for your advice!

    • @AutoAmateur
      @AutoAmateur  2 года назад

      Absolutely! Check out Textar or the Hawk pads.

    • @andresmoline751
      @andresmoline751 2 года назад

      @@AutoAmateur Thank you James!

  • @anthonym484
    @anthonym484 2 года назад +2

    When are you getting a new Porsche?

    • @AutoAmateur
      @AutoAmateur  2 года назад +1

      Once I lose 100lbs. Personal challenge / reward. Hopefully by autumn!

    • @anthonym484
      @anthonym484 2 года назад

      @@AutoAmateur Good incentive! I enjoy your channel.

    • @UncleFjester
      @UncleFjester Год назад

      @@AutoAmateur I hAve $100 saying that will NEVER Happen!