KAMAZ brake pads, installation and replacement

Serviceable brake pads are the key to safety when driving any vehicle. This is especially true for trucks. Such as KAMAZ 65115. There are many different brands under whose names similar parts for trucks are sold. The optimal solution is to use original parts. But this is not always possible for a number of reasons. There are also high-quality analogues.

Front pads for KAMAZ 65115

It is important to constantly monitor the condition of the KAMAZ 65115 brake pads. Since the lack of well-functioning brakes on a truck poses a double danger for the driver and other road users. It is important to take a responsible approach to the selection of parts. You can use both original and analogues.

Original

It will not be difficult to purchase original brake pads for KAMAZ. But it is important to remember that the cost of these is an order of magnitude higher than their analogues. At the same time, such parts are obviously of higher quality. That’s why many drivers choose original brake pads.

Analogs of front brake pads

The cost of original parts from KAMAZ is relatively high. That's why many drivers use analogues. Moreover, the latter are not always significantly inferior to the original both in the quality of braking and in their service life. The following have proven themselves to be good:

Rear brake pads for KAMAZ 65115

The price of rear brake pads for a KAMAZ 65115 vehicle does not differ significantly from the cost of the front ones. You can also purchase both original parts and their analogues. The cost of spare parts produced by KAMAZ is relatively high.

Original

If you have the opportunity to buy original pads, you should opt for them. This is the only way to avoid the need to grind them down using a grinder or other hand tools. It is worth remembering that some analogues simply do not fit in their overall dimensions. Which leads to serious problems when replacing. When buying analogues, you should use a ruler. The match with the overall dimensions of the original must be 100%. The slightest deviations are not allowed.

Analogs of rear brake pads for KAMAZ 65115

Purchasing original pads, as well as other components of the brake system, is a good solution (this applies to linings, springs, cylinders). But the cost of the original does not always fit into the budget of the vehicle owner. In this case, you can take a closer look at analogues. Moreover, they are not always significantly inferior to the original parts.

The following manufacturers have proven themselves to be good:

BRAKE LININGS are used in drum and disc brakes to slow down or stop the mechanism.

How to do the replacement yourself

The process of replacing brake pads on a KAMAZ truck is much more complicated than on a passenger car. Therefore, many owners simply use the services of the service to solve such problems. But it is not always possible to turn to specialists. In addition, sometimes repairs need to be done on the road.

Replacing front brake pads

The replacement procedure is quite simple, but requires physical effort. An assistant would also be helpful. Since it will be difficult to remove the drum yourself. The work algorithm includes the following main stages:

• it is necessary to unscrew the wheel nuts and place the axle on a jack;
• then the wheel itself is removed directly;
• the brake drums are unscrewed - they are secured with special bolts and nuts;

With constant use, the nuts themselves can become very sticky.
Then it’s best to use WD-40 and spray it on the threaded connections. Next, you need to remove the old linings - the easiest way to do this is with a chisel and hammer. You need to be as careful as possible. Since the reinstallation process involves riveting new linings into place. Therefore, damage is simply not acceptable.

Next, installation of new linings is carried out in reverse order. When assembled, everything looks like this:

The next step is to reinstall the brake drum. If possible, it is worth using graphite lubricant to prevent the bolts from sticking until the next replacement.

Replacing rear brake pads on KAMAZ 65115

The main feature of the KAMAZ 65115 brake system is the minimal difference in the procedure for replacing the front and rear pads. These operations are almost no different. The replacement algorithm includes the following steps:

• the axle is mounted on a jack - the nuts that hold the wheel on the bolts are first loosened;
• the brake drum is removed;
• New pads are installed using a chisel and hammer.

For installation, you will need a special tool - with the help of which special rivets are formed. As a result, after installing the new overlays, everything looks like this:

Timely replacement of linings will avoid many problems on the road. First of all, the brake system fails at the most inopportune moment. And also an accident. Most accidents on the road involving trucks occur precisely due to a malfunction of the braking system. It is necessary to carefully monitor the condition of the linings.

How to install and remove pads

To dismantle the used friction material, you need to put the car on a jack or lift and remove the wheel, then remove the brake drum. Since it is made of cast iron, use the hammer carefully. Once you have access to the brake pads, remove the outer tension springs. Using a pry bar, move the part away from the expansion knuckle and remove the roller. After this, it is removed from the axle.

To replace, you can use pads purchased at the store, or restore the old ones yourself. Most drivers do this. Worn friction material is cut off from the parts and the seating surface is cleaned. Before installation, grind the linings on a lathe. The friction material is installed on the block and the holes are aligned. To position the trim correctly, install all the rivets at once. They start riveting from the middle to the edges. This will allow the material to adhere more tightly to the surface.

Installation of the restored part is carried out in the reverse order. It should be remembered that tension springs are installed on the inside of the pads. To secure them, use a simple device made of cable. The loop is inserted into the hole and the hook of the spring is pulled into it.