replaced the front brake pads on my KJ.. they actually werent that bad.. the back side were worn more then front.. i got this brake pad spreader that you can use one hand and it took me less then 5mins per side.. actually took longer to jack and put stands and remove tires then actual pad installation.. if you want an easy tool.. i mean i could of used c-clamp but this works great..



imma do back next week.. any tips on the emergency brake? i read the 'how-to' in tech section.. my front brakes were a lil different then the pictures.. but was easy

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2004 Renegade 4x4
L.O.S.T. #123321

That is one of my favorite tools. Easy, one handed operation and works great. Speaking of brakes, time for me to do my front ones soon too. What pads did you use? I need to go shopping to see what is available.

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99 TJ
71 C101
04 KJ
03 SFA KJ Sport
LOST JEEPS So-Cal

where did you find that tool at and how much?

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Richey

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2006 IMPACT ORANGE RUBICON
305 Mt/Rs MT Classic II's
2.5 lift
1.25 JKS BL
JKS quicker Discos

just hope you cleaned the brake pad sliders really good and lubed them if your getting uneven pad wear. If the front is thinner than the back more than likely the sliders are dirty and not allowing them to completely compress to the brake rotor. When that happens you have the pad that is sliding properly overworking and wearing more. Just my experience.


Parakeet

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Oh MAN I got NATURE on my Jeep.
05 KJ Renny that took the bad economy bullet

89 XJ that thinks tax time is Christmas

I will have another KJ I promise.

LISLE PISTON COMPRESSOR TOOL

ANOTHER , CHEAPER VERSION Two hand model though, at least to start it.

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99 TJ
71 C101
04 KJ
03 SFA KJ Sport
LOST JEEPS So-Cal

Maybe he meant the inside pad and not the back side of the pad. It would be normal on a single piston caliper for the inside to wear a little more. If it is actually wearing one side of a pad it could be what 4wdParakeet is saying. Among other things.

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06 CRD Sport
Built 5/11/06
Jeep Green
Rocklizard diff cover
V6 Airbox

I was talking about the inboard and outboard pad. If the wear is greater on one or the other more than likely the brake dust has built up on the sliders. Take a wire brush too it and lube it whenever you rotate your tires and that problem should be gone. It's a fairly common problem with the jeeps.


Parakeet

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Oh MAN I got NATURE on my Jeep.
05 KJ Renny that took the bad economy bullet

89 XJ that thinks tax time is Christmas

I will have another KJ I promise.

i actually ordered mine thru Advance Auto.. so i wouldnt have to pay shipping.. was $24.69.. mine actually looks a lil different the back the pull isnt bent its got a knob on the end.. i will get the part number tomorrow and post at work..

oh.. btw.. i cleaned everything before I put the new ones on then cleaned again to remove any fingerprints and any left over dust.. rotating the rotor too.. front and back.. thanks for the advice though

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2004 Renegade 4x4
L.O.S.T. #123321

BTW, I got mine at a local parts store. I have seen them on the tool aisle of Pep Boys, NAPA, Auto Zone and Car Quest. It is fairly common in most stores. IIRC mine was around $25 also when I bought it a few years ago.

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99 TJ
71 C101
04 KJ
03 SFA KJ Sport
LOST JEEPS So-Cal

yah.. the one i got is from Lisle Speedy Brake Pad Spreader part # 24300 well worth it..

I just ordered mine at advance auto.. no pep boys..etc.. around here..

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2004 Renegade 4x4
L.O.S.T. #123321