Cutty

Hey Team!

Just had a look at the front pads to see how worn they were, as I was hearing some noise.
To me they look like they have some life, but maybe someone here can confirm that please...?

Also, how hard are the back to do - 99 xj?
I have done the front before, years ago, and think I have that sorted..... but Googled the back and might be out my skillset.

Thanks in advance!

lawsoncl

They look fine to me. The rears aren't hard. Take a few pictures as you take it apart so you know how it all goes back together.

Cutty

Legend, thanks mate!

The old girl doesn't slow too well and needs a heavy foot, could that be the rears?
(as the front seem fine)

Cheers!

lawsoncl

The rears don't contribute all that much braking. Perhaps a failing booster?

Cutty

Ah right, thanks!

Whats the best way to test the booster (found a few options, cheers!)
I did notice the brake fluid is at the “add” line, so will jump on that too.

Although the current pads look ok, is it worth throwing a new pair on anyway?

IJM

They don't, but having the drums adjusted properly helps with pedal feel a lot, and it probably restores proper brake bias as well.

IJM

I wouldn't bother swapping out the pads unless you want to change to something with more bite and fade resistance. Before I'd even consider that, I'd definitely adjust the rears first. Also, when was the last time the brake fluid was bled or flushed?

Cutty

Thanks mate!

Yeah I will take the back off this weekend and post a pic. I need to top up the fluid, as it is sitting on the "Add" line.
I wouldn't know when the last flush was done, do will put that on the list too.

Cheers!

Cutty

I did some "test" on the booster and it seems fine.
Test - https://m.roadkillcustoms.com/test-p...e-booster/amp/

Cheers!

cruiser54

Remove the fluid from the master cylinder reservoir with something like a turkey baster. Fill with fresh fluid and bleed the system til all clear and new fluid comes out.

And, DEFINITELY inspect and adjust the rear brakes.

Cutty

Thanks mate!

Yeah just took it for a drive and the rears are getting louder and there is a knocking now too..... Any thoughts?

I was thinking of taking it for a free inspection and then I can work on what they say myself.

280ezrider

The slots in the pads are usually put there as an escape for brake dust, but they can also be used as a wear indicator. As long as they are visible, as in your case, there is enough pad left. Your pads show very little wear. Drum brakes: back in the day that's all there was. Discs can spoil us, but drums aren't that difficult once you realize that they are just a bunch of springs. When you change the shoes, do one drum at a time so that you always have a reference guide.

Cutty

I took the old girl in for a check and it seems the front are find and it is the back that is buggered.... Thanks for all the help on this!

Cheers!