Macka

I am not in Melbourne, but in Perth I just took them to my regular mechanic who services BMW, SAAB etc. He was far cheaper than going to Lexus dealer. He fitted the brakes and rotors and did the 40,000 k service at the same time.

Thanks - would appreciate details for future reference. Not sure what PM abbreviation means?

Thanks guys - I just got back from a vacation in the USA - ordered my OEM front rotors and pads all round from Sewell Parts before I left Perth and had them delivered to my hotel in Vegas. I did this because the delivery fee for Sewell to Perth was circa $750 - and I thought I could do better than that by hand carrying them. Well it worked - the USA delivery to Vegas was just $50, bought a second suitcase and rose to the challenge of keeping each bag weight below 23kgs - a challenge when each rotor weighs circa 13 kgs ( and the suitcase around 2). Now my biceps are bigger than ever, but my body weight is less because I had to wear most of my clothes home - I looked like a real porker for 28 hours and sweated out around 3 kgs.. Also bought back 30 k service kit - in my carry on - but minus the brake fluid which I thought would be tough to get through. Just getting filters and brake pads through each security inspection was a bit of fun. Thanks for the heads up on Dixcel brake parts - I see available in Australia - but not in Perth. Will try them next time.

Thanks Marvin - watched the video and there's nothing in there I can't handle. Have just ordered my new rotors from Sewells. Have ordered rear brake pads, but will not do rear rotors just yet. Wasn't sure about the need for new shim plates or for replacing pins/ springs etc. Can reuse the old ones like in the video! Regards Macka.

Hi guys - I have just imported front OEM pads from Sewells - but when I took the wheels off to install I noted the front rotors appear worn. I haven't done a thinkness check yet - but there is a ride running around the outer edge. The car has done an easy 40,000 km's - and I was expecting to just do the pads and next time replace the pads and rotors ( say around 70k). Anyone got any advice re the expected life of the front rotors - normal driving not track life? Has anyone replaced the rotors themselves? is it difficult? Thanks for any advice or comments. Regards Macka.