Driveway Mechanic Series · Parts list

Parts for Do Your Own Damn Brakes

Every part and tool from the field guide, with a fit check. Tools have exact part numbers; wear parts are matched by VIN or the old part. Check the fit before you buy. Back to the guide

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PARTS + SUPPLIES

Pad and rotor set for your vehicle

Part no.match by year, make, model, VIN

✓ How to check fitBuy by VIN at the counter or on the parts site. Front and rear are different. I compare the new pad shape with the old one before I start.

Where to buy

United StatesRockAuto (catalog by vehicle) · lookup by year/make/model; any parts store by VIN works too; checked 2026-10-07View at RockAuto (catalog by vehicle) — Pad and rotor set for your vehicle (opens in a new tab)

Permatex Ultra Disc Brake Caliper Lube

Part no.24110

✓ How to check fitSynthetic, rubber-safe brake lube for slide pins and pad contact points (maker data sheet). Never on the pad face or rotor.

Where to buy

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United StatesPermatex · maker's data sheet; checked 2026-10-07View at Permatex — Permatex Ultra Disc Brake Caliper Lube (opens in a new tab)

CRC Sta-Lube Synthetic Brake & Caliper Grease

Part no.SL3330

✓ How to check fitAlternative rubber- and plastic-safe caliper grease (maker page).

Where to buy

United StatesCRC Industries · maker's product page; checked 2026-10-07View at CRC Industries — CRC Sta-Lube Synthetic Brake & Caliper Grease (opens in a new tab)

CRC Brakleen Non-Chlorinated brake parts cleaner (green can)

Part no.CRC 05088, 14 wt oz aerosol

✓ How to check fitNon-chlorinated only: the green can. The red chlorinated can (Brakleen Non-Flammable) stays on the shelf: it is banned for consumer brake cleaning in California and New Jersey, and its fumes are toxic. The green can is extremely flammable: use outdoors, no flame or sparks nearby, and keep it off paint and rubber.

Where to buy

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United StatesCRC Industries · maker's product page (05088, 14 wt oz, extremely flammable); checked 2026-10-07View at CRC Industries — CRC Brakleen Non-Chlorinated brake parts cleaner (green can) (opens in a new tab)

Brake fluid: the DOT type on your reservoir cap

Part no.DOT 3 / DOT 4 / DOT 5.1

✓ How to check fitOnly the type printed on the cap or in the owner's manual. Never DOT 5 silicone in a DOT 3/4 system. Sealed bottle only.

Where to buy

United StatesPrestone · maker's product page; checked 2026-10-07View at Prestone — Brake fluid: the DOT type on your reservoir cap (opens in a new tab)

TOOLS BORROW WHAT YOU CAN

Big Red 3-ton jack stands (pair)

Part no.T43002

✓ How to check fitFit check: a matched pair of the same model, set to the same height, on hard, level ground (concrete, never asphalt on a hot day, gravel or dirt), under one end of the vehicle only. T43002 = 3 ton per pair, lift range 11-1/4 to 16-3/4 in (Torin manual). For a heavy pickup or large SUV get heavier, taller stands.

Where to buy

United StatesTorin (maker owner's manual, covers T43002) · Torin Big Red jack stand manual covering T43002 (3 ton, 11-1/4 to 16-3/4 in); checked 2026-10-07View at Torin (maker owner's manual, covers T43002) — Big Red 3-ton jack stands (pair) (opens in a new tab)
United StatesManualsLib (T43002 manual) · T43002 owner's manual; checked 2026-10-07View at ManualsLib (T43002 manual) — Big Red 3-ton jack stands (pair) (opens in a new tab)

TEKTON 1/2 in drive click torque wrench, 25–250 ft-lb

Part no.24340

✓ How to check fitBefore you buy, check that your maker's numbers fall within 25–250 ft-lb. Lug nuts fit this range; caliper bolts and slide pins are often under 25 ft-lb and need a smaller 3/8 in drive torque wrench. Store it at its lowest setting (maker manual). No wrench? Many parts stores lend one against a refundable deposit .

Where to buy

United StatesTEKTON · maker's product page; checked 2026-10-07View at TEKTON — TEKTON 1/2 in drive click torque wrench, 25–250 ft-lb (opens in a new tab)

Caliper piston tool (or a C-clamp and the old pad)

Part no.push-back tool or 2/3-pin rewind tool

✓ How to check fitA C-clamp and the old pad pushes back most front pistons. Rear pistons that have notches must be wound in with a rewind tool; parts stores loan both.

Where to buy

United StatesAutoZone Loan-A-Tool · one store loaner program; refundable deposit; terms vary, ask your store; checked 2026-10-07View at AutoZone Loan-A-Tool — Caliper piston tool (or a C-clamp and the old pad) (opens in a new tab)

Lisle one-person brake bleeding kit

Part no.19200

✓ How to check fitBottle and hose with adapters for common bleeder screws (maker page). Lets one person bleed with no helper.

Where to buy

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United StatesLisle · maker's product page; checked 2026-10-07View at Lisle — Lisle one-person brake bleeding kit (opens in a new tab)

Fit notes are guidance, not a guarantee. Confirm with your VIN, the old part or the maker's catalogue before you buy. Prices and stores change. Edition 3.0 · 2026-10-07