brake rotor replacement

[2000carrera]

I own a 2000 carrera and I need to chamge brake pads...front and back :renntech: ...do you need to replace rotors as well?

how do you replace the pads and rotors.

thanks,

[vette67]

I own a 2000 carrera and I need to chamge brake pads...front and back :renntech: ...do you need to replace rotors as well?

how do you replace the pads and rotors.

thanks,

You probably dont need rotors, or if you do it will only be the fronts. Last time I did the brakes on my 2000 I bought rotors too, and ended up not needing them. Dumb.

Porsche designed our cars to allow quick and easy brake pad replacement. Its the easiest process Ive ever done on any car Ive ever owned!

Get real familiar with the "search" function on this site. You will find ample info on how to replace your pads and a lot of other stuff too.

You should get a micrometer (like $8 at harborfreight.com) to measure your rotor thickness. Loren has posted the minimum thicknesses on this site. Note that the tolerances are different between front and back rotors. I mention that specifically because the actual Porsche Shop manual is confusing on this issue.

When you get your replacement pads, be sure to get some "anti-squeal" product from any auto parts store. This stuff is sometimes referred to as a lubricant, but in reality it is an adhesive. It comes in spray or gel. Use it liberally on the backs of your new pads to ensure that your old anti-squeal pads stick firmly to them. Unless your old anti-squeal pads are worn out (never seen that happen), you will not need to waste money on new ones. Just get new pads. And, unless youve been tracking your car, you may only need new front pads. Use your new micrometer to measure your pad thicknesses front and back. Refer to this site for the minimum thicknesses.

There are many choices for new pads. Unless you want to chew through rotors regularly, I recommend sticking to OEM pads.

Hope this helps you out. If you have any trouble, feel free to PM me.

Congrats!