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My Textar pads squeak on my 286mm setup. I expected it would fade as they wore in but nope...

Thanks. I've heard they are also dusty but not really a concern if they work well.

 

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Got into it and completed the brake job. Rear pads had completely delaminted and ruined the rear rotors, front pads were pretty thin and looked to be lifiting off too. Both front and rear pads are Pagid. I did not expect them to be in this poor condition.

Replaced the rear parking brake hardware and shoes with PN: 31262874 for the XC90. Only difference with the XC90 shoes is the relief cut in the middle, otherwise they are the exact same profile. Not exactly sure how it affects performance, but I had to try them. The parking brake on this vehicle has been pretty weak, so after multiple attempts with servicing and trying different combinations of parts (old shoes being PN: 31262869) I think I've come across a winning combination between the Zimmerman rotors and XC90 shoes. After adjusting the cable and bedding them in the system performs exactly as it should. At two click it holds the vehicle, they grab instantly (no roll to engage), and will lock the rear axle for some sweet handbrake turns to impress the crowds at the local bowling alley... We will see how long that lasts, but for now I'm glad to have a parking brake that works.

I performed this job in two parts, completing the rears last night and the fronts this afternoon. Nothing complicated and rotated the tires while I was at it. I need to give the fronts a proper bed and test drive, but right now it's looking pretty nice with the Z coating still intact, too bad it can't maintain that look.

...it also need a serious wash.

I'll update later on once they are bedded in. If it wasn’t for the rear pads letting go I was going to push this service into next spring as I don't put on that many mile in the winter, but lucky to get this over with now vs. when the snow flies.

Time for a beer and a hot shower!

Cheer!

 

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Hey Guys,

Wow, has it been since October since I've last posted on here... I've been super busy with a new job, kids, and the never-ending home repairs and renovations.

Anyways, passed 10yrs of ownership back in December and to celebrate the Volvo got outfitted with a set of personalized license plates.

The new brakes have been performing very well and the parking brake still holds the vehicle solid when engaged. Really happy with the corrosion resistance of the Zimmerman rotors.

So spring is fast approaching and I'm trying to get on top of maintenance items, the big one this season is timing belt, water pump, oil pump and seals. I've got a parts list of everything I believe I need to complete the services, but is there anything else I'm missing? Special tools? Tricks?

The XC will be at 170k mi come spring. I've seen mention of the VVT hubs needing to be replaced, but for $440ea I'll hold off on them until I can inspect. Other than that I've got trans and brake fluids to flush and it shouldn't need to be touched again for a bit... knock on wood.

This winter has been lacking a good adventure! Hell, I haven't got out ice fishing and winter is almost over. Looking forward to longer days, warm weather, and tripping in the backcountry.

Cheers