are the rear brake pads same as the fronts?

[BlackVert]

like the title says ...

yes or no?

 

[VibrantRedGT]

You mean the same size? Then no they are not.

 

[BlackVert]

yes that is what i meant. i have front pads, but my rears need changing. i was wondering if i can use the ones for the front.

now i know the answer is no.

thanks

 

[Killercanary]

You are right, they are completely different from the front.

 

[illwood]

Don't forget when doing the rear that the pistons need to be screwed back into the caliper, you can't just push them in with a c-clamp.

After screwing them in with needle nose pliers, I'm going to recommend buying the tool when you buy the pads.

 

[CManT1914]

The rear pads are completely different. They have springs built in that hold them in place. As somebody else mentioned, the rear pistons can NOT just be pushed in! They MUST be twisted in, if you use a c-clamp on them, you can break the ratcheting mechanism inside!

 

[BlackVert]

i already have the tool. it looks like a cube

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should i get the rotors turned, even if they seem pretty smooth? how does one decide if they need to be turned?

the last time, about 1 1/2 years ago, i did not get them turned.

- chris

 

[HISSIN50]

Deglazing the rotors, even if they are smooth, is a good idea. You dont need to necessarily turn them to accomplish this (there are even at-home kits one can use).

I would perform some function to remove glaze, at a minimum.

Good luck.

 

[CManT1914]

We turn rotors anytime we replace brake pads. The rotor may look smooth, but it is worn according to the old pads, not turning them can speed up the wear process on the new ones.