Jag IRS pad change

[CriticalMass]

For the first time since inheriting my father's ERA with Jag IRS I need to change the inboard brake pads. I've been putting it off because I've read every thread on the forums of the horror stories but I can't wait any longer. If I go much further on them I'm going to end up having to replace the rotors. Changing the pads is already overwhelming enough for me.

I don't feel confident enough to drop the rear suspension for the change so I'm trying desperately to avoid that. I've got the E type Jaguar maintenance manual excerpts that ERA provides on their website but the diagrams just don't match up with what I'm seeing with the calipers. The handbrake setup is identical to the manual's diagrams but I can't find the main brake pad retainer pins/clips that the manual describes must be removed for the change. This is a home build, so I'm thinking my father may have used "non-standard" calipers (or maybe a later model Jaguar setup). I know that the upper retainer pin (on the calipers referenced in the manual excerpts) may be hard to see because of the tight spaces, but I don't even see the lower pin from underneath the car. I'm not sure if I'm blind or if I'm just looking at completely different calipers. I took some pictures and am hoping that the community can identify them and whether or not the procedure spelled out in the manual is pertinent to these model calipers.

Also, if they aren't standard, any info on proper pad removal procedure to use with them and what brake pads would be a good compatible choice (for moderately agressive street use) is greatly appreciated. A simple brake job is well within my ability to perform but if I have to do surgery on the rear end to get them changed I'm in over my head and want to be sure I know what I'm looking at before I make that choice.

It was tough to get a clean shot at the front face of the caliper but hopefully the pictures are enough for them to be identified. I can take more thorough pictures if necessary.



Thanks.