How to: Change SRT/Hellcat/Brembo pads on Charger/Challenger

Quick little how-to on changing brake pads on the Brembo brake system found on the Hellcats, and other models of SRT vehicles. Sorry for the production quality. Just me and a little mini tripod. Any questions, let me know

[@Mr.Titanium1911]

Great video👍🏻 In the future, I would suggest installing (2) wheel nuts onto the (2) studs to keep rotor seated against wheel bearing (finger tight). This way you'll know that rotor won't wobble during installing of pads. Although Brembo doesn't apply Loctite on the center bolt, I apply a drop before torquing her down.

[@KennyLauderdale]

Good info

[@Natureboy207]

Dude I almost thought about having these done by somebody because I didn't realize how easy it was until I saw this vid. Awesome!

[@SRTMUSH]

Natureboy207 glad it was helpful brotha!

[@dclracingchannel4994]

Natureboy207 this wasn't in the video but if you want to have no brake noises put some copper Anti seiz on the back of the brake pads what some one called chris fix he has a few videos about brakes

[@Nitemare3219]

If your brakes are worn a big and the pistons are pushed out, not letting the new pads in, slide the old pads back in about halfway and use them as a pry tool. Pull or push the old pad against the pistons which will reset all 3 at the same time. If you only push 1 piston in, the other 2 may push out even further to compensate.

[@SRTMUSH]

exactly, luckily these were new when changed. Normally Id use a C clamp and a used pad to push all in at the same time if they are pushed real far out

[@ULIEINTOME]

Yeah thats old school… my old man taught on the old calipers to take the cap off the brake fluid reservoir and stick a flathead screw driver between the pad and rotor and push the cylinder back in before taking the caliper alway off…

[@scotttedford8360]

I was worried about this I only have 18k on my brembos 6 pot piston and wasn’t sure if I needed a special tool to compress them but they are brand new with my car

[@mikeprice8307]

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[@Horsepower_Stables]

Just getting ready to do my pads on my hellcat and glad I decided to look first. I would've been pulling the whole caliper for no reason lol! thanks for the video.

[@SRTMUSH]

awesome dude. glad it was helpful

[@vvallejo1990]

You guys blow replace pads and rotors with brake fluid service or sell the car broke boys

[@sizzlessnet]

Nice job with the video, i think this will help people out that think this is a hard job to do. Ive been doing brakes since i was a kid and these are some of the easiest to change out, good job again brother. Oh, forgot to mention, B5 is the best!!

[@SRTMUSH]

Thanks man! I appreciate it

[@kenkordcool]

I really do appreciate someone who is willing to work on their new car. keep it up

[@SRTMUSH]

Thanks man!

[@johnabraham2290]

Thanks for the video. Just did this today on mine at all four corners. Definitely a huge difference.

[@sodasnacks]

WOW I change these today and what a (big) difference, I drove around the city after installing the new pads and NO, dust None.

[@KennyLauderdale]

What pads did you get? Power stop?

[@gkk2001]

I wondered how long it would take before some good persuasion was brought out, I.e. The hammer. Thank you for the video. Perfect camera placement too.

[@greenmaple7210]

dont know if it matters or not but you put that metal clip on upside down on the drivers side

[@MrAhkhan89]

thats why i love these cars, they are 4 door sedans with 700+hp from factory and they are easy to work on, parts are not that expensive either(as compared to european cars)

[@392_Tish]

Does this relate to Scat Pack 4 piston Brembos? Are they technically the same? Got some grinding going on.

[@Ltngdrvr]

Hopefully, when you did the other side, you remembered to compress the caliper pistons before you took it all apart. Then the pads just slip out and back in effortlessly. Also a good idea to pop the cap off the M/C fluid reservoir so the fluid doesn't pop the seal as it gets pushed back into it.

[@TillNextTimes]

💯💯

[@mariomoya3565]

Bubba Gumpz_Scrimpz by compressing them you mean floor the Brake pedal?

[@xmdkiilax1658]

It’s as if he never changed car brakes before. Damn what a shame and he drives a hellkitty

[@djcostin]

How do you compress the pistons before its apart?

[@5.0Zay]

He definitely didn’t press the pistons back with a flat head screw driver before taking the brakes out but he did after he took them out because you can’t put the new pads on after without pushing the pistons back in but he definitely didn’t open the resivor cap but hopefully he does the next time and so on.

[@user-gj6gp6fj6v]

that body panel bending when you jack her up was killing me

[@392davee]

Fr

[@scatpackred407]

Thanks I couldn’t have done that without this video! Mannnn were those pins a pain in the ass to get back in.. 😳😳

[@badlilstang]

If using same rotors you should be scrubbing the rotors with a scotchbrite pad and some simple green. Talk to HAWK or any reputable performance brake company and they should tell you the same thing. It helps remove the old brake pad material that gets embedded into the rotor. Glad to see you discussing the "Bedding"process at the end.. most do not mention this...

[@TonyBone46]

Thanks! Changing my pad today and this was very helpful!

[@SRTMUSH]

no problem my man. let me know if you get stuck on anything, i can help you out

[@dugiepts66]

SRTMUSH do you have a link for the pads??

[@dugiepts66]

Disregard, thanks!

[@inboxclark]

Thank you for this video. I really appreciate the education

[@roodytelus9608]

Thank you for the video. it helped me with my 392 shaker

[@tylerdelucci6948]

1:07.... just watch the body compress, don’t ever jack the car up like that

[@pdavid24]

Yeah, that's going to leave a mark.

[@BigDaddy-is4iv]

Damm it !! I saw it too and i was like fuckkk ayy!😕

[@ItsYaBoiJerm]

You can do that but he had it on the very end of the plastic I dont know why he wouldn’t feel with his finger as he jacked it up to make sure it wasn’t catching the plastic

[@Ramblequist]

Does the car have a legitimate jack point? Seems like they all come with fix a flat garbage instead of a jack and spare

[@indeepatv_6169]

Watching that rocker panel flex and cave in had me sick to my stomach 🤢🤮 1:20 - 1:40

[@ravila881]

Brooo that hurt me soo BAD

[@sgtherpdderp1310]

Hardest cringe I've had all week

[@joshuasimmons2412]

Fakkk 🤢

[@williamiwaniuk5561]

Yea, that is why they make jacking pucks.

[@mike-mikeb6938]

🤭

[@jameelsudler]

😢😮This looks easier then I thought 😅😂

[@AlexWilson-ho1zp]

How about a rotor replacement video ? Also how many miles did the brakes last you

[@csbaca1]

Suggestion, don't touch the pad surface or the rotor with greasy fingers. Just an fyi

[@nicholaslandolina]

It will grind off after a min

[@Carpetone]

Great video! You sure aren't kidding about the brake dust. I feel like I'm always cleaning the wheels on my wife's Charger SRT 392

[@SRTMUSH]

Thanks Ryan! $105 to do all 4 corners. Pretty cheap

[@1NC4stroker]

Great video. I went in for new tires on my SRT Grand Cherokee, and got caught off guard needing new pads....so I went back with stock Brembo pads, as I didn't have enough time to get different pads. BUT, I'll be ready when my Hellcat Charger, and forthcoming Trackhawk need new binders!!

[@SRTMUSH]

1NC4stroker you getting a trackhawk? I can't wait to see what people do with them. I'll probably pass on it and get a demon

[@1NC4stroker]

Yes sir! I'll get the Hawk finalized the day Leith Wendell gets their allocation open! I'm gonna keep the Cat also. I just love my SRT GC so much, I can't pass up the Hawk!

[@SRTMUSH]

1NC4stroker awesome man! I'll be looking for a delivery video!

[@1NC4stroker]

LOL, I need to get some help learning how to vlog! But, I'm not gonna let them detail it or anything, as they always manage to swirl it! BTW, did you see the video by Chris Fuelling, where his Hellcat Charger got delivered on an open trailer......it was super sketch!

[@mrweedblunt460]

2022 807 wide body what tape of brakes I need ?? Any plz help

[@gpounder1]

Great vid, just ordered my Z23's for my SRT. Question, do the pads come with any anti squeal lube, and did you use it? Also, I heard on the rears there is some sort of stock heat shield? Does that have to be reused on these pads or are they part of the new pad and not required?

[@SRTMUSH]

gpounder1 thanks dude. I personally don't use the lube with the brembos. Still to this day not a single squeak. I never did end up doing the rears and I don't recall a shield on any of my previous one

[@MrJoda588]

what's the part number for the pads? have a 2017 hellcat charger.. anyone can recommend a good dust free for the hellcat?

[@pauljoey7977]

Ebc

[@vvallejo1990]

Replace rotors also broke boy

[@jamesdilworth5361]

What was the part number for those brake pads if you can remember I'm having a hard time finding pads for my 2020 SRT with the same 6 piston front caliber

[@paulblegg]

Speaking in millimetres, warms the heart. At least you're not all stuck in the stone age. Great video 👍

[@TheBigghost260]

Good Vid. What replacement break pads do you recommend?

[@neojamal]

@srtmush my bottom pin came out but top one didn't. Idk what to do at this point. Might be cause of rust and salt on roads?

[@blwn231]

Great video man, thanks for this!!

[@joedurso5192]

thanks for the great vid...did mine today front and rear

[@KennyLauderdale]

Great video. Looks very easy.

[@cgkuch4184]

Good vid, the deceiving part is the red cover. It's nice that it stays in place and after the pins and springs are removed the pads slide out. Push the Pistons back in and clean all the dust up. Put the pads back In. Sweet! I've always applied a little lube to the face of the Pistons that make contact with the pads. Is this necessary for these brakes?

[@gdogmainstream9642]

When do you change the rotors. I MEAN DO HAVE TO CHANGE THEM WHEN YOU GET NEW PADS. OR DO YOU HAVE TO SHAVE THE ROTORS WHEN APPLYING NEW BRAKE PADS?????

[@vvallejo1990]

Are you that stupid or something

[@mistergolf1000]

Good video bro! Thanks for the info

[@SRTMUSH]

Thanks man. Here for my Mopar bros

[@jackstandmafia8611]

Good video +SRTMUSH!

[@SRTMUSH]

Thanks brotha!

[@fredjones5327]

Great video bro, what’s the part number for those pads??

[@str8clownin707]

Did changing the front brakes make a big difference with the brake dust..?? Thats the only thing i hate about my hellcat..

[@SRTMUSH]

I'll find out. Just did it yesterday. But I've changed out the brembo pads on all my SRT's in the past and it's always done the trick.

[@str8clownin707]

+SRTMUSH okay and thank u..

[@kirikos65]

when you change your oil does the oil cooler feel loose or moves easily ? I'm not talking about the drain on it just the cooler .

[@realtoracademy4156]

What Jack do you use and where do you jack the car up by? My hellcat didn't come with a jack or spare tire so I just used a scissor jack out of my chicks car.

[@rkalla]

Is it weird that the rotor was so loose once the pads were out? Are they providing that much guidance to the rotor to stay even or is there structural support missing because the wheel is off (that pulls those bolts through the back to the front and secure it normally?)

[@vincealince_SRT]

Riyad Kalla after taking wheel off, suggested to secure rotor with lug nuts to seat on bearing during installation to help maintain spacing for pads

[@josesanchez4470]

Thank you man really helped me out

[@HellkittyJB]

Nice job man !

[@BBVCorvettec62005]

@srtmush did you change the rotors yet since the video? What mileage do we have on the rotors until they need to be replaced? I'm at 30k miles on a 15 SRT charger

[@SRTMUSH]

almost at 30K myself, still stock rotors, still in great shape

[@jeremykrak]

Thanks brother. This helped so much

[@joeish]

How do you figure out the correct fit? Looking for replacement pads on my 2104 Superbee Charger brembo pads.

[@deathrowmods7530]

I have a 2016 392 challenger I was told by the dealer it’s gonna be $2605 for front breaks are they pulling a fast one? I got it used and the breaks started squeaking 3 days after it’s 34k miles

[@vvallejo1990]

Your just an idiot you should have bought the v6 with that mentality

[@jedbl7576]

A) everyone knows you have to compress pistons on any brake job to get new pads in. Hopefully you didn’t bugger up the sides trying to force new pads in the first time(s) 2) the ceramic pads still dust, and it’s still corrosive, it’s just not black.

[@leosteinman3057]

By compress pistons do you mean press the brake pedal?

[@jedbl7576]

uhhh...perhaps take it to a shop.

[@leosteinman3057]

@@jedbl7576 I realized what you meant a minute after saying it lmao, unfortunately, I got a seized piston though so now I need a whole new caliper...

[@truthhurts228]

#2, I'm going to disagree with you there. I have these same Carbon Fiber-Ceramic pads and oversized rotors on both my 2011 Ford Raptor and on my 2004 Mustang Mach 1, and if there is any brake pad dust, its miniscule at best. What I see mostly is just road dust. These are well worth the money. These were just put on my 2021 Challenger Scat pack shaker widebody to eradicate the huge amounts of filthy, black acidic factory-pad brake dust on the rims. It worked like a charm, once again.

[@moparcharger8642]

I'm trying to purchase a hellcat, how long you had it? Any problem issues? I just subscribed!

[@SRTMUSH]

Reynaldo Garcia thanks for the sub bro! I've had it a little over a year. Love it. Had 1 issue with the front seat leather, and the bearings started to go out in the supercharger. Both fixed under warranty

[@mikefox546]

You put the spring on upside down there's a bump out for the middle cross pin if you look at the spring before you uninstalled the pads and after you installed them you will see what i meen.. I did the samething on my hellcat and the brakes still made noises after i noticed it was wrong they where perfect

[@SRT_CH0NCH]

🔥 🔥 vid😎….thanks bro

[@tannerfranklin1713]

These calipers look the same as '13-14 GT500 and '12-15 ZL1 so I'm assuming it's the same procedure. I haven't done mine yet but getting close to doing it.

[@SRTMUSH]

they probably are. Only difference may be the rotor. But if its a 6 piston brembo on a relatively new car, it will likely be almost the same

[@HC19200]

Normally you remove the caliper and push the brake pistons back in, and you set your pads then put the caliper back on. Are these cars different, or is this whole job incorrectly done ?

[@pdavid24]

First, watch the jack points. Make sure you are jacking on the frame and not the body. Note how the underside of his car started to cave in from the jack(1:17- 1:27). That is not correct. With Brembos you can slide the pads in from the "top" no need to swing caliper away from rotor. You do need to push the pistons back, ideally using the pad for even pressure and open the bleeder screw on the caliper. Worst case you can open the brake fluid reservoir and SLOWLY push caliper pistons in.

[@JohannGambolputty22]

Not with brembos. They are literally designed to allow swapping pads easily at the track with minimal tools. This guy just didn’t know how to compress the pistons correctly.

[@robhardimon6140]

Use something in between old pad n disc to compress pistons

[@TeW33zy]

Use the back of a hammer’s slot to pry out the pins g the remaining way.

[@simeon2376]

I have a question will these brake pads work on my Dodge Charger Daytona 392 with the 6 piston Brembo brake system if so what is the exact model number for these brakes

[@bbvlogs8253]

simeon I’d say it should. Just check out the website of wherever your ordering your brakes.

[@Ozziie415]

I LOVE THE FRONT DISC WHICH BRAND?

[@TonyBone46]

Great video! Have you noticed a difference in the dust output yet? I spend 15-20 mins cleaning one wheel.

[@SRTMUSH]

Thanks dude. Yea. I'd say 98% reduction in dust. Almost non present. Only washes my wheels twice since I did this and that's because of rain. Performance is the same on the street the best I can tell so far. They seem a bit more touchy in rain.

[@winkawak]

is it safe to use copper anti seize on back of brake pad? is it safe on rubber piston boot?

[@rvasquez6870]

My pistons won’t stay in place. I push one in and the other one keeps coming out . I tried holding them down but no go still not enough clearance to push my pads in any suggestions??

[@eastcoastnick18]

Use your old brake pad so it will evenly push the piston down at the same time.

[@JohannGambolputty22]

So just put one side in at a time. What’s the problem?

[@FalcondRippr]

I have about 8K miles on my PowerStop's....how about you. Any clue as to how long these will last with moderate to occasional sport driving??

[@SRTMUSH]

year and a half on mine, about 30K miles, zero issues so far

[@2Point]

awesome, thanks brother. very useful

[@carlosalbertocastillo4799]

Thanks for the video great help 👍

[@shinobi9922]

How's the pad life been? Do the last long or wear out quick? Thanks for the vid it was great.

[@therookie9276]

Depends on how you use them, but these brakes normally go long

[@scarakus]

Well, they're different than the ones on my Scat, mine only has the 4 piston brembo's, which takes a Torx like socket. I have to swap out one rotor, I squished it slamming on the brakes out running some super bikes...

[@vvallejo1990]

Broke boy cant afford 2 rotrs

[@vvallejo1990]

*rotors

[@scarakus]

@@vvallejo1990 $99 for exact replacement rotors at Napa.

[@HellCatBravo707]

nice job on the video you knocked that out in record time while watching the lil ones LOL

[@SRTMUSH]

Haha. Thanks dude!

[@ulyredeyehellcat874]

His cucu u got threat them brembo with love you just switch like if it a honda

[@mauriceshand2523]

I know brakes are an easy fix but I never knew that bravo brakes were this easy

[@Vladesco911]

Great video, thanks man

[@calenhebert3557]

Am I crazy or did you put the jack on the bottom part of the car not the metal body ?

[@mikeprice8307]

Crazy

[@mlc4050]

Thanks man, very helpful

[@SRTMUSH]

Awesome. Glad it's helpful. Thanks brotha

[@okami6]

great vid and info..thank you

[@SRTMUSH]

Sure thing. Hope it was helpful!

[@ImpalaZay]

What brand of pads are these and price…? I missed it!?

[@jeffbollet3544]

Well done, better suited for carpenter changes brakes though. Maybe some automotive type tools might play better in future tech instruction.

[@SRTMUSH]

Point of the video was to show you don't need any real special tools. A basic ratchet set and maybe a small hammer and tq wrench if available. I have a 5ft tall tool chest with everything from power tool, pneumatic tools (compressor is weak though) to speciality hand tools. But I wanted people to see they can do this job and not be intimidated by it.

[@brianflores6448]

Do I have to use new pins and clips or can I reuse the original ones

[@duwonrhee3589]

it looks to me that the bracket that holds down the pads seems differently installed

[@bryan6985]

Will these fit on a 2018? Everywhere I look say they don't fit but I don't see why they wouldn't?

[@SRTMUSH]

pretty positive they will

[@BlakWiseCracker]

Great job! SrtMush

[@bobby3buckets]

Nun like 2 click on that torque Wrench 😌

[@FameCaptain]

Great video

[@SRTMUSH]

Thanks man!

[@tommccord751]

The part number and the quoted price sounds like Evolution pads. Is that correct?

[@tommccord751]

Found the answer in a reply you made to Ladderboy... Glad I bought the right thing.

[@sefonaup]

hi great video but you put the bracket upside down check the video from the beginning and you will see the different The bracket between the Long screw in the middle I don't know if will give you any issue but it is not the right way thank you

[@SRTMUSH]

isam Fadil it's possible. But it doesn't really matter either way. It just holds the pads from vibrating

[@ilcoolj12]

Great job brother, might be the first on KZbin

[@SRTMUSH]

Thanks my man. Hopefully it's useful to some people. Super easy job, minimal tools. Totally worth doing for anyone on the fence. Just wanted to show those intimidated by it, that it's totally doable for anyone

[@ilcoolj12]

+SRTMUSH Yeah definitely, you're the man

[@kirikos65]

do you pick your car up on the pinch weld? Just curious I have a Hellcat Challenger.

[@SRTMUSH]

+SUPERCHARGED LYSHOLM no. On the charger there is a little spot right behind the pinch weld

[@tommccord751]

I have a 4 post lift in my garage with a jack thaat slides the length of the lift... I only lift on the lower control arms front and rear.

[@lasagnajohn]

I'm pretty sure I saw the car bend a little bit from that jack

[@coolmasterlove377]

Nice video! #Good job

[@aioshi24]

I bought a set. putting on tomorrow. quick question... what's the factory torque value for the lugs? I always just torque to 100 ft pounds.

[@SRTMUSH]

Sweet! I think 110 is official number out of the service manual for previous years. Let us know how it goes

[@aioshi24]

hey man, if you remember... can you send me a link for the brake kit (front and rear). I'd really appreciate it. BTW I'm glad that the supercharger issue got handled.

[@SRTMUSH]

419-Z23-1405 and 419-Z23-1053 are the part numbers from Jegs

[@aioshi24]

SRTMUSH I appreciate it bro.

[@luissandoval6237]

I bought the z26 for performance muscle car what’s the difference between z26 and the z23

[@EireRugby8]

about $22/axle depeding where you buy them. "Power Stop Street Warrior Z26 Performance Brake Pads are made for high-performance street drivers who demand shorter stops under severe conditions. The brake torque of the Z26 Series is consistently higher than the original equipment. Best suited for high-horsepower cars and large wheel upgrades, these brake pads offer exceptional thermal stability with a carbon fiber-ceramic friction compound that resists fading to 1500° F."

[@D3X1M3REMIXED]

When is it necessary to change the brake fluid? Also, when would you want to bleed the brakes?

[@vvallejo1990]

Yes you idiot it's a high performance brake system dam you broke boys cant do anything right

[@D3X1M3REMIXED]

@@vvallejo1990 hey vvadgejo. My question wasn’t IF you should, it was WHEN! You obviously can’t read nor comprehend simple English. And another thing, vv, I asked 3 years ago and you decided to be a troll and answer this now? Jump off.

[@vvallejo1990]

@@D3X1M3REMIXED your mom dropped you as a kid huh dont you understand high performance = no compromise you do the fluid every year or after you track or heavy use of brake system

[@RafaLDS213]

Thanks for this video, please post move!

[@girarddubois4446]

Great video... just curious, wondering why you didn't change the rotors?

[@SRTMUSH]

Girard DuBois thanks man. Rotors are brand new in this video. Very little miles on them. Wasn't really a need

[@girarddubois4446]

+SRTMUSH .. I have a 2015 SRT Challenger... have to do my brakes... I'm going to have to replace the rotors, what's up with all the bolts around the rotor

[@SRTMUSH]

Girard DuBois two piece rotors. 😃 you can replace just the contact surface and not the whole hub of the rotor

[@girarddubois4446]

+SRTMUSH ...Thank you !

[@crank0962]

thanks for this! saved me lots of cash!

[@SRTMUSH]

thats great man, exactly why i made it. Trying to help my mopar bros out!

[@jboozey1]

+SRTMUSH hey do you know if those pads are cermaic? I own a 300 srt8 and have the same issue. thanks

[@SRTMUSH]

+jboozey1 yea they are ceramic. Or at least part ceramic zero dust to date

[@jboozey1]

+SRTMUSH wow that's great. I definitely plan on doing that. thanks brother. cool channel by the way. checkin out your videos now.

[@SRTMUSH]

+jboozey1 thanks brotha. I appreciate that! If you have a pre 2015 srt it's going to be a different part number on the pads. But same stuff just different size

[@sergiomendoza9623]

What was the mileage for changing brake pads?

[@TheCoolKyle]

Where did you buy the pads and wouldn't you need to resurface the brakes so it doesn't squeak

[@SRTMUSH]

Ordered them from summit. I don't think that's necessary with 1500 miles on the rotors

[@SRTMUSH]

I take that back. I ordered them from jegs

[@xmdkiilax1658]

How do you forget to compress the caliper pistons ? Was this the very first time you ever changed brake pads from a car? That’s a bruh moment right there

[@KINGKJ2REAL]

Changed the pad on my mustang with 6 piston brembos... brake dust is no longer

[@ghstpper180]

What tool did you use to take out the pins?