Brake Caliper Bolts

ul2fly · #1 (**permalink**) 03-30-2008, 03:53 PM

Anyone know for sure what the Green caliper bolt torque spec is?
I read 65 ft/lbs but also read 80 too. I don't see need to replace them even though I read it is required by Porsche. There is or was no loctite unless the green coating is the thread lock...anyone?

**porcupine** · #2 (**permalink**) 03-30-2008, 04:24 PM

i show that the front & rear caliper M12 tightening spec is 63ft-lb. these are single-use fasteners and i don't see that additional thread lock is specified.

ul2fly · #3 (**permalink**) 03-30-2008, 10:04 PM

.................Thank you

Naybor · #4 (**permalink**) 03-31-2008, 06:34 AM

When I changed my brake rotors, I changed these bolts. I asked my local independant Porsche shop about the need for thread locker and they said, no need.

blue_eyes · #5 (**permalink**) 04-01-2008, 12:56 AM

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Originally Posted by ul2fly

Anyone know for sure what the Green caliper bolt torque spec is?
I read 65 ft/lbs but also read 80 too. I don't see need to replace them even though I read it is required by Porsche. There is or was no loctite unless the green coating is the thread lock...anyone?

If the spec says single use, do not risk it, change it. For a few dollars you might be saving your car.

D&D · #6 (**permalink**) 04-03-2008, 06:15 AM

So, why did you (have to) change the rotors?? Just had a dealer tech say that rotors wear out with heavy use... and quoted $900 for the fronts ...
What was your experience and what did you pay??
Thanks.. D