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Old Jul 30, 2013 | 09:35 PM
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My truck needs front brakes soon. How hard is it to change them,have
not done this type of caliper? What type should get semi metallic or what? I have 2 and someone asked if i want to sell one if i do how much?thanks













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Old Jul 30, 2013 | 10:20 PM
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I havnt actually changed front pads on these trucks but in general they are pretty simple. As for what type, semi-metallic is the most used kind. You can get ceramic which is supposed to be quieter.
 
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Old Jul 30, 2013 | 10:34 PM
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changing front brake pads is a very simple job. you remove 2 bolts that hold these metal plates that hold the caliper down. then pull the caliper straight up. 1 of the pads stays with the caliper and the other will most likely stay on the bracket. you will most likely need something like a c-clap to push the piston back in.
 
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Old Aug 1, 2013 | 07:15 PM
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What are you selling? A truck? Or spare brake pads? Brakes on this type of truck is simple. The biggest job for me is getting all 8 lug nuts on and off.
 
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Old Aug 2, 2013 | 06:05 AM
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I am selling the ram/base on the hood
 
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Old Aug 2, 2013 | 10:01 AM
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i wouldn't sell the ram/base on the hood. you can get a new one for about $50 and for about $5 more you can get one that has red lights for eyes.
 
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Old Aug 2, 2013 | 09:31 PM
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there is NO substute for a paper factory service manual. some times a year model one way off will get you buy.
 
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