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- Jan 27, 2008
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- 2002
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- Manual
Hi all,
I have a 2002 2WD Ranger (Edge edition) and the brakes all around have just about had it. The front rotors are warped and too far gone to be turned, and the back brake drums and shoes need replacing as well. Now, I've done a bit of wrenching before and I'm not afraid to spend a Saturday in the garage getting things done - I enjoy the learning experience after all the smashed thumbs and cursing is over with.
That said, how big of a job will it be to do this? I know that for the front rotors, I have to remove the grease cap, cotter pin, bearings, etc. I'm planning on putting in new bearings, plus the rotors and pads. I only have experience changing the pads a few times.
For the rear drums and rotors, this is new territory. Are there a lot of adjustments to be done once the new parts are on?
I don't have access to a full suite of tools - mostly what you'd find in the average joe's toolbox, though I know that most auto parts places will lend out the speciality tools.
Will I be getting in too far over my head? I found a decent mechanic who will do the work, I'd just rather save the $$$ and enjoy get my hands dirty. ("A little knowledge can be a dangerous thing")
Thanks in advance...
I have a 2002 2WD Ranger (Edge edition) and the brakes all around have just about had it. The front rotors are warped and too far gone to be turned, and the back brake drums and shoes need replacing as well. Now, I've done a bit of wrenching before and I'm not afraid to spend a Saturday in the garage getting things done - I enjoy the learning experience after all the smashed thumbs and cursing is over with.
That said, how big of a job will it be to do this? I know that for the front rotors, I have to remove the grease cap, cotter pin, bearings, etc. I'm planning on putting in new bearings, plus the rotors and pads. I only have experience changing the pads a few times.
For the rear drums and rotors, this is new territory. Are there a lot of adjustments to be done once the new parts are on?
I don't have access to a full suite of tools - mostly what you'd find in the average joe's toolbox, though I know that most auto parts places will lend out the speciality tools.
Will I be getting in too far over my head? I found a decent mechanic who will do the work, I'd just rather save the $$$ and enjoy get my hands dirty. ("A little knowledge can be a dangerous thing")
Thanks in advance...
