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Replacing the front brake discs and pads on a Syncro

Posted: 26 Sep 2016, 19:25
by Winchweight
Hi, I was going to overhaul the pads and replace the discs on the front of our Syncro this week, but have just realised that the bearings are in the centre. As a result I may now have to delay for a few days. But having now read and watched loads of info on the web, I haven't found any Syncro specific info. Is there any difference between 2wd and 4wd?

Re: Replacing the front brake discs and pads on a Syncro

Posted: 26 Sep 2016, 20:14
by dave friday
Yes the disc comes away from the hub,have a look at the 2/4 wheel discs on "Brickwerks " site.

Re: Replacing the front brake discs and pads on a Syncro

Posted: 26 Sep 2016, 20:32
by Winchweight
Ordered the discs from BW so spotted that thanks. I'm thinking more about removing and refitting processes.

Re: Replacing the front brake discs and pads on a Syncro

Posted: 26 Sep 2016, 20:37
by windy
Did mine about 4yrs ago & can't recall any drama. Seem to remember it was quite straightforward & completed both sides in a morning :)

Re: Replacing the front brake discs and pads on a Syncro

Posted: 26 Sep 2016, 20:41
by dave friday
Have a look at the " Wiki"

Re: Replacing the front brake discs and pads on a Syncro

Posted: 26 Sep 2016, 20:43
by Winchweight
Cool thanks.

Re: Replacing the front brake discs and pads on a Syncro

Posted: 26 Sep 2016, 20:45
by dave friday
The biggest problem is pushing the piston in ( bits of wood and tyre levers )

Re: Replacing the front brake discs and pads on a Syncro

Posted: 26 Sep 2016, 20:53
by Winchweight
Great thanks. I'll be using a G clamp and some ply wood.

Re: Replacing the front brake discs and pads on a Syncro

Posted: 26 Sep 2016, 21:23
by dave friday
I used to dream of having a g clamp!!

Re: Replacing the front brake discs and pads on a Syncro

Posted: 27 Sep 2016, 12:25
by syncroandy
IME, depending on the state of the existing discs, a club-hammer and/or angle-grinder may be useful to get them off the hubs.

Re: Replacing the front brake discs and pads on a Syncro

Posted: 27 Sep 2016, 12:38
by Winchweight
Ok, thank you. I have both.