Nice video especially since you used easy to get hand tools. not everyone has the money, nor need, for air/electric tools. But just so people know.....the rotor has 2 small holes by the lug bolts. These are for taking 2 screws that fit and screwing them in to help push the rotor off without the need to use a hammer. I hope that came out clear enough.
No.. Don't use hammers to remove a stuck rotor. Why does everyone suggest this? If a rotor won't come off, use the bolt holes in the rotor. They are specifically designed to pop a stuck rotor off. Use an M8x1.25 bolt, thread both in, and tighten them down. They will pop the rotor off the hub.
If youre replacing the rotors... it doesnt matter. Its honestly faster too, which is a plus fir anyone especially those who are doing this at hoke for other people
@@BigJake1873 sometimes they are stuck hard enough that you'd need to really caveman it to get it loose, and since there is already a mechanism to apply directed force here, might as well use it. Sometimes you need to use the bolts plus a hammer and rust dissolver. In those situations, I torque the bolts a little, tap with hammer, repeat.
So if I'm just doing brake pads I dont need to take the caliper all the way off? Just the bottom bolt and rotate the caliper upwards to replace the pads?
You should always crack the bleeder valve on the caliper when compressing the pistons. Forcing brake fluid backwards through the system can, and probably WILL damage your ABS components.
Great video...helped me change pads and rotors on my '16 WRX. The bolt holes in the rotor were a huge help. Also, for anyone doing the rear brakes, the rotor has a rubber plug in it that I had to reuse. Nothing was shipped to replace it with the parts I ordered.
im so nervous to work on my car after I couldn't get my wheels off without my lugs just snapping. Last time I tried it was super stiff and I'll be honest I got scared and stopped lol
Good job man, Im Brazilian, and your video helps me a lot! And talking about this, only to see the difference: How much cust a subaru wrx in your country? Here in Brazil this is a expansive car, not everyone can buy, it costs R$ 75.000, that in USA dollars is aproximately US$ 23.800
You don't have an idea of what you are doing. I've seen all these clowns on youtube try to do brakes, and they do sloppy jobs. I recommend take a professional training.
Nice video especially since you used easy to get hand tools. not everyone has the money, nor need, for air/electric tools. But just so people know.....the rotor has 2 small holes by the lug bolts. These are for taking 2 screws that fit and screwing them in to help push the rotor off without the need to use a hammer. I hope that came out clear enough.
M8's to be exact. Cheers.
I usually clean rotor with a cleaner first to remove oil from production
No.. Don't use hammers to remove a stuck rotor. Why does everyone suggest this? If a rotor won't come off, use the bolt holes in the rotor. They are specifically designed to pop a stuck rotor off. Use an M8x1.25 bolt, thread both in, and tighten them down. They will pop the rotor off the hub.
You sir are a genius. These bolts are used for the stock intercooler mount if you need to find some without running to the store!
The bolt that holds the brake hose to the strut will also work.
Who gives a fuck if your replacing the rotors anyway dingus
If youre replacing the rotors... it doesnt matter. Its honestly faster too, which is a plus fir anyone especially those who are doing this at hoke for other people
@@BigJake1873 sometimes they are stuck hard enough that you'd need to really caveman it to get it loose, and since there is already a mechanism to apply directed force here, might as well use it. Sometimes you need to use the bolts plus a hammer and rust dissolver. In those situations, I torque the bolts a little, tap with hammer, repeat.
Man you saved my life on that one bolt that's being blocked by the other one. That made it so much easier
Hi there at what location under your car are you jacking it up from with your trolley jack cheers
What pads and rotors do you recommend for the wrx?
I like the fact you left in the little frustrations you encountered. We all know that any work on a vehicle has its hiccups.
Same work on an 09 WRX as well I assume?
Those are some crazy hotspots you got on your old rotors.
So if I'm just doing brake pads I dont need to take the caliper all the way off? Just the bottom bolt and rotate the caliper upwards to replace the pads?
Would you mind showing where you put the jack? I could not see that. Thanks.
I used a breaker bar to try to remove the 17mm caliper bolt but ended up breaking the bolt head. How can i fix this?
Trusty ole pipe 😂 my man. Great video. Thank you for this.
do you know if this video will work for my 2013 subaru impreza base model not the wrx its just the normal impreza???
Yes , I did it on mine, late answer I know but hope it helped
You should always crack the bleeder valve on the caliper when compressing the pistons. Forcing brake fluid backwards through the system can, and probably WILL damage your ABS components.
Dont forgot to lubricate your sliding pins for the caliper!
Real men use their bare hands to push the caliper piston's in.
I personally shove it inbetween my asscheeks and clench as hard as i can
@@Salvi_J2 LOLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL
Where are you placing your Jack at when your lifting it up?
Pinch welds
Where can I buy a similar breaker bar and drive set?
Amazon or harbour freight
Nice video. I like it.
I changed my brakes after this
Great video...helped me change pads and rotors on my '16 WRX. The bolt holes in the rotor were a huge help. Also, for anyone doing the rear brakes, the rotor has a rubber plug in it that I had to reuse. Nothing was shipped to replace it with the parts I ordered.
im so nervous to work on my car after I couldn't get my wheels off without my lugs just snapping. Last time I tried it was super stiff and I'll be honest I got scared and stopped lol
Impact wrenches are supposedly easier on hardware than breaker bars
Thanks man so much for the information. I feel I am ready now! :-)
Great video!
Damn I want a relationship as strong as that piece of string holding the calipers.
Good stuff! Make another video man.
Thanks dude!
good video thanks .
Nice video, thanks for posting!
nice jacket. #staystrapped
Those 17mm bracket bolts are a bitch!
Goddamn World Rally Blue is a sexy, sexy colour.
He did this in so many pieces of clothing.
Why gardeners gloves lol?
Bruh mine was ON there Too😂😂😂
I knew i wasnt doing anything wrong. I thought there was a bolt or something 😂
Good job man, Im Brazilian, and your video helps me a lot! And talking about this, only to see the difference: How much cust a subaru wrx in your country? Here in Brazil this is a expansive car, not everyone can buy, it costs R$ 75.000, that in USA dollars is aproximately US$ 23.800
That's about US$1000 cheaper than I paid for my 2011 wrx. 24,800.
Paid 26k for a brand new 2017 wrx
can i raid your closet
You don't have an idea of what you are doing. I've seen all these clowns on youtube try to do brakes, and they do sloppy jobs. I recommend take a professional training.
What did he do wrong?