Boxter disks OPC?

[rich 36]

Workmate bought a Boxter off Silverstone a year ago, uses it the occasional weekend, however they pointedout to him that in conjunction with a change of pads at this years service, it would of course need new disks.

From memory its about Five years old, its at 35K, and it is a 2.7. How frequntly then do they need swapping out, and if OPC are to be trusted, how much wi££ it be,

Cheers guys

Richard

[sleep envy]

rich 36 said:

if OPC are to be trusted

the simple answer is - NO!

[rich 36]

Dya' know I rang them, chasind down a part for spoiler on my new 964
And they are actually cheaper than dÀesign911

strange pricing structure indeed

[2something]

Silverstone OPC don't seem to attract as much criticism as some of the others, but a 2nd opinion from an indie will nearly always be worth your while.

[jimmyd123]

I had discs and pads changed at around 17,000 miles, had it confirmed by the local garage that they actually needed changing and also got them to do it.

[Vesuvius 996]

I got told at the 72k service that I needed new discs. I declined on the basis that they looked fine to me.

At the 84k service, the same dealer didn't even give them a mention.

Go figure

[rich 36]

Wait,

Are you implying in some way that OPC actually contrive to lighten you wallet, surely any weight saving is to be applauded

Edited by rich 36 on Monday 30th July 17:48

[Schmalex]

Go to an indie for a 2nd opinion. If they do need changing, the indie will be a hell of a lot cheaper

[hutchingsp]

I think the problem is it's a "Cry Wolf" situation as OPC's seem to have a reputation for saying "discs are shot" so when they really are nobody listens.

I'd second the advise of try an indie - not least because the job will be cheaper.

Incidentally, what makes people think an independent won't see pound notes when someone turns up in a relatively new Boxster and says "do I need new discs"?!

[wildoliver]

or do them yourself?

[dava]

And indie will do the job cheaper and faster and unlike an OPC won't suddenly discover that you need new wheel bearings, drop-links, RMS needs replacing, clutch needs replacing (contaminated from RMS), whilst doing the job......

[TOENHEEL]

wildoliver said:

or do them yourself?

Exactly!! Lots of people i have came across think Porsches are extra special and unserviceable and not the same as any other car. " You must take your car back to Porsche for discs and pads they have "special tools" hahaha..

[rich 36]

Colleague, is a Porsche novice really, but keen to avoid OPC-fleecing,
not at all hands on with regard to DIY so thats out,

I'll suggest an Indie locally put his mind at rest.

thanks everyone

[Porsche Tech]

Just remember a specialist does not always use genuine part, they use the old pin kit which will have a week or corroded spring plate, they don't replace squeal shims or sensors and more worrying they will reuse the caliper mounting bolts which are stretch bolts and once only used. and im sure a load of copper slip will be plastered all over the place

[rich 36]

I'd only point him in the direction
of someone I'd use again myself.

trouble is finding theses tried and trusted outfits in the first place.

[Schmalex]

I use Northway near Reading - they are very good.

Sports & Classics in Cheshire seem to have quite a good rap too...

Not sure of any indies in the Midlands, but I'm sure someone will be along soon.

[rich 36]

Actually I'm half looking for someone good as well
in Northants if possible

I've just moved up a notch to a 964 and need a series of stamps to show its maintainence

[AdamD]

Porsche Tech said:

Just remember a specialist does not always use genuine part, they use the old pin kit which will have a week or corroded spring plate, they don't replace squeal shims or sensors and more worrying they will reuse the caliper mounting bolts which are stretch bolts and once only used. and im sure a load of copper slip will be plastered all over the place

Just the excuse to do it yourself and save a fortune - plus the satisfaction of having the job done to your own standards )

Don't forget the locktite ;o)

[Porsche Tech]

ha ha ha loctite, try torque wrench

[Vesuvius 996]

Loctite. Are you bonkers?

It's a Porsche and you want to fix the brakes with glue.....