Viraf Posted August 19, 2003 Share Posted August 19, 2003 I am getting ready to replace the brake pads on my 1993 GS300 this weekend. Are there any insights on if this is a task to undertake or does this require special tools and not worth the headache. I have replaced pads many times on my other cars, just have never done this on a Lexus. Any recomendations :P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbsal Posted August 19, 2003 Share Posted August 19, 2003 very easy its the same as most cars.only thing you need is most likey brake bits but might even not need that.im sure a socket set ect..and of course something to push the caliper in with like a c clamp.if you did them on other cars then you will be fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovemylexusgs Posted August 27, 2003 Share Posted August 27, 2003 I also am about to replace my back pads on a 98 GS300. I have been told that it is best to use lexus/toyota OME parts because of the composite rotors, any others such as Bendex(which I think are great pads) will cause noise when braking. I rather not buy pads from the dealer, does anyone know which pads were OME for the GS? Where is the best and/or cheapest place to buy parts such as these on-line, as I am new to the Lexus parts buying scene. Thanks Michael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viraf Posted August 27, 2003 Author Share Posted August 27, 2003 Michael - I replaced my rear pads and it was a pretty straight forward job. Just had to make sure that the clips, springs and spacers that were on the original pads were moved on the new ones. I used oem pads which have a lifetime warranty and purchased them from Autozone here in Dallas ($26). The are great no problems. Good luck. Viraf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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