i seem to be having some brake issues and need to get them taken care of asap. unfortunately, i really don't have time to do it myself right now so i'm going to take it to the shop.

what should i expect to be charged for installation of the brake pads and possibly turning of the rotors??

thanks

 

<---Always do it myself.

I would guess it would run about $100-150 at a typical Midas shop. Just watch for the 'you need this' line.

 

Depending on the pads you go with, $150-$200 tops.

 

any good write-ups of doing a brake job?? with a list of the tools i'd need??

other than motorvate.ca, i haven't been able to find any............ plus i lost my ****ing chiltons. grrrrrrrrr

 

Brakes are easy to do yourself. I would just say spend a little time and read on here and you would find out how.

I would recommend not turning the rotors, but just replacing them. Something about the Nissan rotors are too thin, and they cannot keep their shape when you take a layer off of them. They should run you like $20 each at a local parts store.

 

i too need to replace my brakes soon

if anybody finds/has a write up please post it

 

I'm in LA too. If you want help, let me know. Its pretty easy.

 

I paid 110 for fount Ceramics, Installed.

 

BJs can be expensive or cheap depending on where you go...

 

Mine are ALWAYS free.

 

huh? oh LOL! I guess your are a DIY guy..

 

That is an easy DIY mod though. he he

 

what about me ?

i already got my new rotors and pads are coming in
got a quote for 80 bux to install all 4 of them !

 

mine have bene squeeling bad for past 2 years. I want to change the rotors... alwyas lookin for a good deal.

You think the aftermarket rotors from local auto stores are good enough? Also, how hard is it to change rotors yourself? thanks

 

Very easy to do yourself...if you have a problem with the rotor you can either use a rubber mallet or hammer (old rotors) them off. You will also notice the rotors have 2 holes you can put a bolt in...these can help you get off the rotor if you need to be carefull with the rotor (reusing).



Just make sure you attach the caliper on fully after installing the rotors.

 

it's an hour job tops with handtools.

 

LOL. Anytime

 

yeah, i decided to try it myself and it was cake. took a couple hours but it was pretty straighforward. anyone can do it but thanks for the kick in the ***.

 

Good man, thats the way to go!

 

TIP: My rotors were so rusted on that the bolts or hitting it with a mallet would not get them off. What you do is take a propane torch, heat up the rotor where it is over the hub for about 2 mins and it will come right off.

 

whats the cost of just changing the fluid/bleeding the brakes? I know I should be doing this stuff myself but u know

 

i got mine done for 40 bucks.. local if you live in big city you might get even cheaper..