Brake lining wear
07-22-2002, 03:07 PM
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Brake lining wear
I had my Porterfield R4-S Pads installed, with Brembo rotors in the front, and Balo Motortex rotors in the rear, I taped the sensors like someone had said, but i'm still getting the malfunction, however, unlike before when i clear it, it won't pop back up. So how do i reset this thing!!! I don't want to go to the dealer for it ya'know! help please!
07-23-2002, 12:59 AM
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Make sure the sensor wires are plugged in. You shouldn't get a wear light unless you are using a sensor from a worn set of brakes and the sensor has been tripped.
07-24-2002, 04:13 AM
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one sensor was broken... i took a trip to the dealer and bought two just in case so i wouldn't have to go back... do you have to replace sensors if they've been tripped? i'll change the one i haven't changed but if it doesn't work what then?
07-24-2002, 09:06 AM
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i found out through a benz tech that if the sensor has been tripped you have to replace the sensor, so that should work... haven't done it yet, b/c i'm lazy, but will soon... also i'll put up a pic of the rotors so you guys can see how they look. thank again
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07-26-2002, 05:26 AM
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not too difficult... if you are familiar with doing a brake job, it's pretty much the same thing... just go the extra step of taking a screw out of the stock rotor and putting the other one in
07-26-2002, 10:31 AM
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They look great. I assume they are 13" slotted replacements of the originals. How are they performing? Any improvement, noise issues? Are you changing the Calipers also.
Did you get them local or on-line? If on-line where?
Sorry for all the questions. But once I complete the Kleemann Pulley and suspension upgrades I will be looking to improve the brakes. I want to keep the stock C7 17” Wheels so your solution looks like an option for me.
Did you get them local or on-line? If on-line where?
Sorry for all the questions. But once I complete the Kleemann Pulley and suspension upgrades I will be looking to improve the brakes. I want to keep the stock C7 17” Wheels so your solution looks like an option for me.
07-26-2002, 03:31 PM
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go to www.porterfield-brakes.com they have crossdrilled as well... i just prefer slotted... they perform well... but like any race pads you have to warm them up to really perform well... they smelled a little bad at first b/c it was all brand new but the smell is gone now, no noise, and i'm not changing the caliper.
07-26-2002, 04:56 PM
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If you decide on Portefield rotors and pads call Geoff at www.Speedtoys.com . They gave the forum a great deal about 6 months ago on Porterfield stuff, like 20-30% off.
