Posts Tagged: brake job
Where to get your brakes replaced?
Where to Get Your Brakes Replaced: The Pros and Cons of Local Shops, Dealers, or Chain When it comes to brake repairs, the question arises: where is the best place to get them fixed? This article delves into the various options available, weighing the pros and cons of each to help you make an informed decision. Why a chain or franchised shop is the worst place to get your brakes replaced You’ll never pay the “special” or “sale” price Some shops advertise a $399 or $479 brake job “special.” Unfortunately, … Read More
Uneven brake pad wear – GM vehicles
Fix Uneven brake pad wear – GM Vehicles Uneven brake pad wear on 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt after brake job. HHR, Pontiac pursuit, Pontiac G5 after brake job. When a repair fails after you’ve follow the procedures to the letter, it’s time to stop and check the factory service bulletins for updated parts or procedures. You can subscribe to an online service like eautorepair.net or alldatadiy.com for about $30/year. Then you can access repair procedures, service bulletins, and wiring diagrams. The service bulletins alone can save you a lot of time and … Read More
Disk brake pad spreader tool
Disk brake pad spreader tool So you’ve compressed the caliper with a huge C-clamp and removed it from the bracket. Now what? You have to press the caliper piston back into the bore. Some guys use the same C-clamp, but that can be really awkward. These piston compression tools make the job a LOT easier. If you’re counting pennies, just buy the crank style. But if you really want to make life easier, buy the piston grip versions and just ratchet the pistons back in place. For double piston calipers … Read More