In this video we give this old 2007 Chevy Express van some overdue TLC. We replace the rear brake pads, rotors, calipers, backing plates, axle seals and parking brake shoes. This is a very common repair in the rust belt unfortunately. It is not overly difficult but time consuming. Enjoy!
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45 thoughts on “Chevy truck van: rear pads, rotors, backing plates, axle seals parking brake cables : part i”
  1. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Drew Bush says:

    I did 4 rotors and all pads. And 2 wheels squeek when I touch the brakes not sure what to do

  2. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ronald Brosius says:

    Napa, in NJ still sells loaded calibers.(but I think they use the cheapest pads, thats why I don't get them.)

  3. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Chrs Shears says:

    Being a ex New Yorker living in Orlando…I almost freak out when I see the rust on these cars..almost want to scream…throw it away…my 2000 trucks are 100. That’s 100 percent rust free..never changed a brake line in 20 years…Eric’s comments under his breath remind me of the old Popeyes cartoons…always having a 2nd meaning…he’s spot on on the China thing…I had no idea..he rattles it off like common knowledge…as for living in western ny…it’s good for 4 months..j .j.a.s. That’s it…I don’t even think you can ski there..when he’s rattling…..he’s on a roll very funny….like he gives the prices…gives you a idea….pimping ain’t easy…also a supporter..time is money…great job..

  4. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Rob Johnson says:

    The best entertainment on the interweb!

  5. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars William Clayton says:

    love your vids man!

  6. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Kasim Serifovic says:

    You sir are a master in your work I appreciate your videos and you help me out a lot, thank you!

  7. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars AdrenalineHigh says:

    Oh it’s an express? Don’t waste your money. The whole thing is garbage. Junk it and get something else

  8. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars chuck Miller says:

    We dont have inspections like that in Arizona if your car is registered in Arizona, but if you move here from New York you have to have an inspection before you can get registration. Now I know why. Not talking about emissions either.

  9. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Chris Bentley says:

    Really enjoying your old videos. Your humour stands out even back then.

  10. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jeffery Bye says:

    I dont think he would last a day in your shop working on all the rustys..😱

  11. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jeffery Bye says:

    Yep the dude down in Florida has it made, working on clean rust free vehicles..he was busting ur balls the other day when he worked on a motorcycle carburetor…lol

  12. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Clinton Beekman says:

    First time I did my axle seals I was that Ding Dong that puked out the spider gears took me over an hour and a half to figure out how in the hell to put them back in lol wish I'd have seen this video first

  13. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Mike Joyce says:

    I’ve in the past used the diff. end of axle shaft to pry out the seal

  14. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars William Fry says:

    I am thinking RAMBO in the shop, WUFF!

  15. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars NOpainNOgainJUSTdoIT says:

    Snakes! why did it have to be Snakes!

  16. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Sid Vis says:

    First time I came across banjo fittings was on some Japenese vehicle, it was used on the pressure side of a fule line. The fuel line would be steel with a round end that the banjo bilt went through. So the end of the fueline actually resembled a banjo. So, likely that's where the name started.
    I pulled wrenches in the interior of British Columbia, Canada. Very little rust there. I don't envy you, though I have boatloads of respect for you.

  17. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars roy taylor says:

    dont you wear a mask so you dont breath all that junk in

  18. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars MICHAEL DUKE says:

    Having to pull the axles to change the brakes. Almost like having to pull the engine to change the spark plugs.

  19. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars randy mcdonald says:

    Banjo bolt solo cracked me up. Always a great day for SMA.

  20. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Buster Blevins says:

    I didn't realize how much more rushed cars where in your area compared to southern WV.!

  21. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Torque wrench Daddy says:

    The harbor freight stuff is really starting to impress me.

  22. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Gary Rendano says:

    that must have been like a $3,000 job

  23. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Billy Mcclanahan says:

    Lol if you live anywhere there’s salt out down you better use that park brake once in awhile or it’s going to be useless in a couple years

  24. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Larry Fowler says:

    ,you might like to try soda blasting on those nasty areas…

  25. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars craig gerber says:

    Thanks Eric. You always do good vidies

  26. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Taylormade2350 says:

    Why don't they make all this put of stainless steel?

  27. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars John Miller says:

    I'm not in NY, but my vehicles are 20-30 years old , so it's nice to see how Eric deals with rust etc

  28. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Nick Maalouf says:

    amazing work great video and v very entertaining. thank you

  29. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Antonio Claudio Michael says:

    Everything looks amazing brakes are so Purdy then you see the rest of the Vehicle and It's like Why lmfao 🤣 Good video as Always Eric O @SouthMainAutoRepairLLC

  30. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Antonio Claudio Michael says:

    I have seen so many problems with A1 Cardons I do also like the Napa Eclipse Calipers Eric O @SouthMainAutoRepairLLC

  31. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Antonio Claudio Michael says:

    Doorman Abide By the lifetime warranty on rust out Ring ring hey Doorman I got dust Shields that are rotted out would like to use the lifetime warranty yes sir what state are you in New York Beep beep Click Beeeeeeeeep well I guess they hung up lmfao 🤣🤣 Eric O @SouthMainAutoRepairLLC

  32. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Brian Blonowicz says:

    What would the approx labor be on a job like this?

  33. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Lobuttomize says:

    I use my parking brake every time before putting my car in park. Was taught that it helps reduce wear on the park gear and it's also just a 2nd line of safety

  34. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars R1D9M8B4 says:

    ……. I have a lot of respect for you…. no homo man… I love you. I sincerely wish you the best.

  35. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Paublus Americanus AMERICANUS says:

    Eric we who live in hill country, like near Spokane or Seattle, sometimes you have to use your emergency brake during normal driving, and the cities close some streets during snow. I have seen black women bail out because the car was not going to stop until it hits something. One day in Seattle in my 70 Chevelle with snow tires I couldn't make it out of a 1/4 mile dip in the street. Had to try several times to get out.

  36. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars D Person says:

    My Man… You are the Bob Ross of Brake Cleaner in the Can. 😅😅😅
    The only Chooses we are left with is the Grade of Chinesenum.

  37. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Benny Ogden says:

    Does YouTube demand that you say aluminium or it is that all you

  38. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Av8tore71 says:

    Im so glad Dorman is not in the Aerospace industry!

  39. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Peter Smart says:

    I just slit the backing plate,and stitch it back together after its on! Brush it with some industrial DTM paint and wallah! I have seen some again that i did several years ago and they outlasted the originals.

  40. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jeffrey Browne says:

    Jeff
    GREAT VIDEO!!!
    I wish I had come across your videos before now. Super informative. I like how you explain what's a waste of time and what's 100% a must do.
    I always use my parking brake.
    I am a family man also. I appreciated the family popping in and joining you for a minute. Thanks a lot for putting in the time to make this video for all of us DIYers.

  41. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Craig White says:

    I use my park brakes all the time to keep the pressure off the Tranmission!!

  42. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Narkis says:

    Their viewers and welcome back to the self NATO channel

  43. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Steve Bastin says:

    Marrow or tomorrow lol

  44. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Steve Bastin says:

    You’re making me hungry talking about wonton wonton tear and wontons there I’m gonna go get some Chinese food

  45. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Richard Ploeser says:

    Do I need to bring you a Vehicle from Arizona for you to do a rust free Easy brake rebuild?

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