I'll soon need new rear discs and pads. I've always done breaks on my other cars so I plan to do these too. Is there a good disc to upgrade to on the outback? Her medical records suggest the discs were last replaced 10\20\01, is that normal?

Any tips for smooth disc removal?

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If it's the same as a regular Legacy, it's as easy as preading butter on toast! Once the wheel is removed it's just one bolt removed from the caliper. Pull it up and swing it out of the way. I used a bungee cord to hold it up. Pull the old pads out put the new pads in swing caliper back into position, tighten bolt and your done. Don't forget to put your wheels back on the car, though:D

OOPS! forgot one little tidbit of info. Do yourself a favor and buy a 6" or larger C-clamp before you start. Use it to gently squeeze the caliper plunger back into the caliper housing before you try and swing the caliper back into place with the new pads installed. It makes life a lot easier. You might want to open your brake fluid reservoir while doing this too. Mine didn't over flow but keep on eye on it anyway. Good luck.