I see, it probably does suck juggling everything when the parts are so massive. I usually use a lug nut to hold the rotor to the hub while i work if there's no factory bolt to do it
Yup that insight only dawned later in the day after much 95dB cursing and vehement shouting.
You should try installing the main landing gear strut on the F-4. Weighs 400 pounds and only three of you can fit into the install area. Two have to hold it steady and off the ground (while it is cutting into their hands) while the third guy lines up the supporting arm into the swivel socket. You want a guy that is quick at doing that, otherwise the cursing can be heard all over the base.
What is holding that up? I see no posts anywhere near.Getting a new oil pan and axle seal
It’s an in-ground lift. It’s all behind the tool chest
Aka 4 harbor freight jack stands
That's what she said.
Walk in the park on jackstands, did pads & rotorsRotors and pads all the way 'round.
And here's my suggestion to all who may consider doing this; if you have a 2 post lift where you can get the car up to eye-height, professional-style, go right ahead. It's pretty straight forward work.
If you do NOT have a 2-post lift; do not try this at home on jack stands or Quick Jacks . It will kill you. It's an awful job to do, as you're doing it by braille. Just terrible. Write the check and let the dealership do it.
And a huge shout out to Shogun who helped me get it all done at his facility, and endured my cursing through the whole thing. It was a very kind and generous gesture.
Anyways....despite all the pain, there is a tremendous amount of satisfaction to drive with new brakes that feel awesome, that you installed yourself.
Even if it damn near killed you.
I used to do pads and rotors myself on jack stands all the time. Brembo is about the easiest to change as they come. It may have been difficult for you but it is not a difficult job. This is just a bit of an overreaction. But congrats on the new brakes, I know the feeling.Rotors and pads all the way 'round.
And here's my suggestion to all who may consider doing this; if you have a 2 post lift where you can get the car up to eye-height, professional-style, go right ahead. It's pretty straight forward work.
If you do NOT have a 2-post lift; do not try this at home on jack stands or Quick Jacks . It will kill you. It's an awful job to do, as you're doing it by braille. Just terrible. Write the check and let the dealership do it.
And a huge shout out to Shogun who helped me get it all done at his facility, and endured my cursing through the whole thing. It was a very kind and generous gesture.
Anyways....despite all the pain, there is a tremendous amount of satisfaction to drive with new brakes that feel awesome, that you installed yourself.
Even if it damn near killed you.
