Rear Brakes

**MitchW** · #1 (**permalink**) 01-08-2007, 01:59 PM

My rear brakes need adjustment (they're sticking in the morning) and thanks to all the snow we've had here in Denver there isn't anyway for me to do them myself. I was wondering if there are any other makes that use those same brakes so I can find a mechanic who can do them. I can always provide a mechanic with instructions but I'd be more comfortable with one who's already familiar with these calipers.

I've heard there is an Alfa mechanic in Thornton (a bit out of the way) but I don't remember his name. Does anybody know?

JoeCab · #2 (**permalink**) 01-08-2007, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by MitchW

I've heard there is an Alfa mechanic in Thornton (a bit out of the way) but I don't remember his name. Does anybody know?

andrewg · #3 (**permalink**) 01-08-2007, 05:07 PM

The rear brakes are exactly the same as the Porsche 914 series. The mechanic will not have the "pipe" tool, but they should be familiar with the procedure. Expect them not to be happy once they realize the brakes are inboard, on the 914 the calipers are used outboard.

**MitchW** · #4 (**permalink**) 01-09-2007, 07:10 AM

Tha nks guys, now I have 2 choices.