2007 Golf City (Mk4) Brake help!

[notanotherusername]

Hello all,

I am the new owner of a 2007 Golf City (Mk4 marketed as a city in Canada). From what I have heard the 2007's were 2005's that just didn't sell, so they replaced a few parts and sold them as 2007's! Mine looks like an 2005 model. Anyway, I went to get everything checked out at the dealer and it was all great. They did however alert me to the fact that I would need to have the brakes completely redone in a few months time. That includes rotors (and rear drums), pads, possibly callipers and other nuts and bolts. They quoted me for around 800$ CND.

I am fairly comfortable with cars and have found a few resources online, such as: This DIY. However, nothing I have found is specific to my vehicle year. I was wondering if anyone could point me in the right direction.

As far as parts go, I have Canadian Tire and Part Source in my area in Ontario. I obviously want to save money doing things myself. I owned a Chrysler Neon before so this would be my first time trying any major repairs with a vehicle. I have a few trusted friends I could ask for help, but I would rather do it myself.

Does anyone know of good resources? Where should I start? How much will I spend?

Thank you.

Brendan

[keepitPG]

Welcome

I also have a 07 Jetta City... I just did all my brakes not too long ago. You said you have rear drums, which is odd. If you check out my "2.SL0W Build" thread and scroll down on the first page you can see the new brakes. I installed zimmermann rotors and akebono euro ceramic pads all around. No drums!

[keepitPG]

http://forums.vwvortex.com/showthread.php?5627721

[notanotherusername]

Thanks,

I'm not sure if they are drumbs on the rear, I just assumed. I will have a look and see what they are tomorrow. One thing that I am unsure about is the need to bleed the brake fluid and to not let any air get into the system.

I guess all rotors would make it simpler.

[rbuicki]

Welcome

I also have a 07 Jetta City... I just did all my brakes not too long ago. You said you have rear drums, which is odd. If you check out my "2.SL0W Build" thread and scroll down on the first page you can see the new brakes. I installed zimmermann rotors and akebono euro ceramic pads all around. No drums!

don't steal threads bastard.

[notanotherusername]

Sorry, I was not trying to steal the thread. I fixed the double post. I accidentally reposted on my phone last night.

I did some poking around tonight on my Golf and there are all disk brakes on all sides. That makes my life much easier. Now, I just need to buy a few tools and find a day to get to work.

I'm located around Windsor, ON. Can anyone suggest a good place to start looking for parts?

Thanks again, I'm learning a lot!

[notanotherusername]

Also, Mr. KeepitPG sir, Your before and after pictures from here make it look easy. I have a hydraulic jack and jackstands. Can I raise the car one corner at a time, block it and then replace the brakes like that? or front then back? I've never done brakes before. Where did you buy your parts from.

Again, I can't thank you all enough.

[JonD91]

Thanks,

I'm not sure if they are drumbs on the rear, I just assumed. I will have a look and see what they are tomorrow. One thing that I am unsure about is the need to bleed the brake fluid and to not let any air get into the system.

I guess all rotors would make it simpler.

you only need to bleed them if you replace the calipers or remove the lines from the current ones, allowing air into the system. if you dont remove the lines you should be fine

[notanotherusername]

So calipers only need to be replaced if they are rusted? or should I replace them regardless?

[ModBargains.com]

you can resurface them if it's still in good condition

[keepitPG]

don't steal threads bastard.

was not intending to steal the thread... was just trying to help out a fellow jetta'er

[G-h0p]

Make sure you use the specialty tool to push the piston back in your rear calipers. They are of the threaded piston type and a C-clamp will not work like it does on the front.

http://www.ecstuning.com/Volkswagen-..._Tools/ES9747/