07-05-2021, 11:26 PM | #1 |
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72 K25 disc brakes
Hello, I am looking for a how to resource for replacing rotors and pads on my 72 K25. I’ve searched the forum but can’t find anything that provides a step by step on this job. If someone could provide a link to a thread or some resource would be greatly appreciated.
Is this a disassemble 4x4 hubs project? Bit of back story, the truck shakes and shimmys under braking at highway speed, had ball joints replaced and helped the issue but still shaking. After researching, rotors seem to be next step, and looks like brake equip might be OEM. Thanks in advance for any help!
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07-05-2021, 11:50 PM | #2 |
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Re: 72 K25 disc brakes
I don’t have a how too link, but you’ll have to remove the caliper, take the lock outs apart, remove the hub/rotor assembly from the spindle, then pound out the studs holding the rotor to the hub. Remove the rotor from the hub. Inspect the hub bearings and races while you’ve got it all apart. Re pack the hub bearings and reassemble. I would get new studs and lug nuts as well if I was doing this job. Those hub dials look awesome by the way!
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07-06-2021, 12:10 AM | #3 |
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Re: 72 K25 disc brakes
Thank you taskforce for the instruction!
I do plan to replace the studs for sure, and of course inspect all parts along the way. As for the hub dials have to say I didn’t pay much attention when I bought (4 months ago) but components appear to be in really good shape.
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07-06-2021, 01:24 PM | #4 |
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Re: 72 K25 disc brakes
It MIGHT be possible to turn those rotors. I would much rather have OEM rotors than anything you will buy today if there is enough left to turn. Just a thought.
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