Shawn33

Im due for a front brake job since the front in is starting to squeal upon stopping.. But my back brakes are worn completely down even though they never make any noises. On my last vehicle that last for years, I never once changed the back brakes, which were disc as well.. But that was from a totally different auto manufacturer. To people who have experience with these I-35/Maximas, does it really make a difference with the back brakes changed??

Derrick2k2SE

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Yes, change them. You'll notice a difference. I've done the rear brakes on these cars several times.

freezer

Yes
You said they are worn out. A decent pair of rear brake pads can be had for as little as $15; don't endanger everybody on the road to save a few dollars.
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The Wizard

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Nah, who needs back brakes. The engineers at Nissan don't know what they're doing.

Seriously though, this question shouldn't even be asked. You're talking $25 for good pads and another $70 for new rotors. Do it for safety sake. Don't be a cheapo when it comes to safety.

Shawn33

Thanks for giving a helpful reply without sarcasm. I stopped changing my back brakes years ago, Turning and compressing the caliper at the same is pretty rough for me due to my hands. I can do the fronts just fine. any tips on making the back brakes as easy as the front?

NisMoN00B

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You can rent the caliper tools for the rear from Autozone. Get a buddy to help you if you have difficulty with your hands.

Derrick2k2SE

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They make a tool for it that really helps. You could probably borrow one from your local parts store on their tool loan plan. You basically pay for it (deposit) and return it when you're done. They run about $20 shipped on eBay if you want to own it.

The rear brakes really are important. Not only for straight line stopping distance but for how it brakes in a turn. Poor rear brakes will tend to lighten the rear end if you have to steer while braking. This can cause sudden oversteer when braking in a turn. (tail wants to come around) Especially in an emergency stop.

maxiiiboy

This guy ^^^^^^ is right.
The rear brakes are important to the point you want to keep adjusting your handbrake so that it's always "tight". You'll notice the difference.
(BTW, our hand-brake is self-adjusting; you only have to pull it real tight every few weeks or so).