FWIW I have never replaced the bolts mentioned, no problems yet in 3
vans, in 3 years.

mike
87 westy

Richard O'Halloran wrote:
>
> I want to replace my front brake pads.  Both Bentley and Haynes say that I
> must use NEW self locking bolts when refastening the brake caliper housing.
> Is that true??  Is that what everyone does??  What about using some of that
> Loctite stuff to hold the old ones in there.  I've seen it in various
> strengths.  I think the medium strength was hand tool removable.  Could I
> get away with just plain old anti-seize paste (I've got the Loctite).
>
> Thanx for this
>
> Rich
> 90 Westy