[W126 Coupe] Brake Rotors for the W126-wheel bearings too

[Ernie Stephens]

Got it, thanks.
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  From: Dick Spellman<mailto:dick.spellman at gmail.com> 
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  Sent: Friday, January 22, 2010 12:39 PM
  Subject: Re: [W126 Coupe] Brake Rotors for the W126-wheel bearings too


  Ernie,

  Just to clarify.  I am assuming you do not need calipers.  If the caliper is not leaking between body halves, if the rubber boot at the piston(s) is still intact and just needs the dust cleared off without an abrasive and that the pads when removed show even wear on both sides then the calipers are good to go.  As for pressure bleeding, it helps move all the crud and moisture in the calipers and in the lines through the system and out the caliper bleeder valve.  So, hopefully you will find all your calipers in good shape and just the other components needing the typical service.  When the caliper is off the rotor it is really easy to replace the hoses and they are maybe $10-15 each and then you get to run another 20 years.  Nothing special about the MB brake parts.  I use MB caps, hoses, master cylinders and whatever Jonathan says will stop the car and not squeak or squeal.  Used to be Balo rotors and Pagid pads.  Not sure if these are still available but, it what MB indy's used for years.

  Dick

  Ernie Stephens wrote: 
    Again, thanks, this is page #2 of my notes.
    Ernie
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      From: Dick Spellman<mailto:dick.spellman at gmail.com> 
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      Sent: Friday, January 22, 2010 11:51 AM
      Subject: Re: [W126 Coupe] Brake Rotors for the W126-wheel bearings too


      Hi ernie, 

      While you did not bring this up, you should pan on wiping down the front spindles and inspecting and replacing worn wheel bearings (indicated by burn marks on the spindle) and perhaps replacing the hub seal when pressing the bearings with fresh high-temp grease (red color stuff).  Then you need to check for run-out and properly set the new hub/rotor bearings/races to the spindle.

      Dick

      Ernie Stephens wrote: 
        I was told that I need a brake job and I suspect that they are right; I'd like to think that I can do the brake job myself but thought I'd check with some of you more experienced than me for advice.  I went to performanceproducts.com  and found front rotors priced at $40, $60 and $90 and they all look the same to me; how does one choose which to buy? Any advice about doing one's own brake job appreciated.

        Also, regarding diesels:
        The 6.0L turbo diesel  in my 2003 Ford Excursion moves that big SUV chassis with more gusto than my normally aspirated 560 gas engine moves de Cpe.  If I ever have to spend the big bucks on engine repair I am wondering if it would be wise to replace the engine in the Cpe with a turbo diesel (any thoughts?).
        Ernie
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