Introduction and Tools/Materials Overview
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How to do a brake job (2010 Ram 1500)
What happens here
The video begins with an introduction to the project: replacing front and rear brake pads on a 2010 Dodge Ram pickup. The presenter, Josh Draper, shares his philosophy on DIY vehicle maintenance. He then showcases the tools and materials needed for the task, which include a brake pad spreader tool (referred to as a clamp), Zep Automotive non-chlorinated brake cleaner, an adjustable wrench, a socket wrench set, and a DeWalt Impact Drive. The specific brake pads chosen are Duralast Max ceramic brake pads with carbon fiber backing, and a small tube of brake lube is also shown, which typically comes with the new pads.
Goal: Understand the project scope and gather necessary tools and materials
Tools and materials
- Adjustable Wrench — General purpose loosening/tightening
- Brake Pad Spreader — Compressing the brake caliper piston
- DeWalt Impact Drive DeWalt — Quickly removing and tightening lug nuts and other bolts
- Socket Wrench Set — Loosening and tightening bolts
- Zep Automotive Brake Cleaner — Cleaning brake components and removing dust
- Brake Lube — Lubricating contact points on brake pads to prevent squeaking