brake disc sets

[chrishak]

......I'll just fit 4 new bolts when I finally source a new 'R' clip...

I seem to recall the front pads on my 997 were retained with a large spring and 2 hardened steel pins running through the back of the calliper, so if your set up is similar and it's just a small 'R' clip preventing the pin from pulling back out, these are nothing special and can probably be picked up from most hardware, engineering, agricultural or fastener stores or you could even make one up yourself. We often used stainless steel lock-wire for the purpose - more secure than an 'R' clip, actually. But if it's a special brake pad retaining fitting you're after, try Brakeparts.co.uk or a Brembo stockist.
Regards,

Clive

Thanks Clive. I've tried all the usual motor factors with no joy - the clip is smaller than anything generally available, even the 100 clip assortment pack from Halfords doesen't have one small enough and as per OPC's, ECP only supply as part of a kit. I'll try Brakeparts and if all else fails, I'll make one.

 

[Lancerlot]

What about these? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/R-Clips-Cotter-Pins-Spring-Pins-Brake-Pad-Retaining-Clip-Disc-Caliper-Pin-R-Clip-/122145441530?var=&hash=item1c706f86fa:i:122145441530 or here http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Metric-Zinc-Plated-Steel-Small-Large-R-Clips-1-2-x-16mm-To-6-x-117mm-/291215041698?var=&hash=item43cdc4e4a2:m:mIQkHC3vKBtfORicq1KMDtw but a split pin will do just as well.
Regards,

Clive

 

[chrishak]

What about these? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/R-Clips-Cotter-Pins-Spring-Pins-Brake-Pad-Retaining-Clip-Disc-Caliper-Pin-R-Clip-/122145441530?var=&hash=item1c706f86fa:i:122145441530 or here http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Metric-Zinc-Plated-Steel-Small-Large-R-Clips-1-2-x-16mm-To-6-x-117mm-/291215041698?var=&hash=item43cdc4e4a2:m:mIQkHC3vKBtfORicq1KMDtw but a split pin will do just as well.
Regards,

Clive

Brilliant work Clive! The second company sell the correct size, 1.5mm x 23mm, unfortunately they're out of stock, but I'll give them a call tomorrow.
Thanks, I owe you a beer!
Chris

 

[STiG911]

I broke one of my 'R' clips and got replacements from ECP as part of a whole fitting kit a LOT cheaper than an OPC - it was £16 for an axle set (after discount, including delivery) I did get some from ebay initially but the quality of the metal was shocking so I just binned them.
I know opinions are split on caliper bolts but I did reuse mine. Checked them over thoroughly before re-fitting and there was no indication of stress - just remember to torque correctly (80nm)