I have reviewed this video. Very informative. One thing not covered in the video that is covered in others is a backing plate that gives a smooth surface for the pad springs. This plate was not installed on my current setup but is included wit the pads I ordered.
Thank you for the responses. I’ve owned this Cobra for about 8 months and never had to add brake fluid. The level currently is just a bit below the max line and wasn’t sure how much fluid I would push back into the reservoir when I reset the calibers. The pads had plenty of life left so I...
Probably a stupid question but will ask to be sure. Replacing rear brake pads. Need to remove some fluid from master cylinder reservoir to facilitate seating caliper piston. I remove reservoir cap and find a yellow floating disk inside (see attached file). What is its purpose. I assume it...
I am servicing the rear brakes. I noticed on each of the two caliper mounting brackets, the fit of one of the two guide pins on each bracket has a little more pin to wall tolerance than the other. It seems the difference is in the bracket and not the pins. Noticed this after applying the brake...
Thanks for the input. Have used the Terminator FAQ for reference many times over the years. Thanks for putting this information out there in such an easy to use format. May consider sub-frame connectors in the future. Definitely would help with rigidity and maintenance.
Thanks for the replies. After some additional research and reading, my plans for getting the rear end off the ground ( for wheel removal) is to use two jacks on each side of the car at the manufacturer recommended jack locations to get the car high enough to set jack stands under the IRS cradle...
Question regarding jack stand placement on 03 cobra. Once rear end is jacked at recommended jack point, is there any harm in supporting the rear weight of the car with placement of a jack stand under the IRS cradle. Thanks in advance for any input or experiences with this.
Want to go back with the stock 17" configuration. Preferably the 5 spoke chrome..
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Have decided to keep current wheel /tire setup for now. Post below is no longer active.
I have American Muscle 10th Anniversary replica 18" anthracite wheels in near perfect condition. Staggered set. Fronts are 18x9 mounted with Nitto NT555ZR 265/35ZR18, rears are 18x10 mounted with Nitto...