Verde Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 I need new front brake pads and resurfaced rotors.. Pepboys is the cheapest in my area. Anyone have a good or bad xperience with them? So I basically have to add $150 to my $700 tire endeavor because, apparently, the fairness Gods are on vacation or somethin'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewilly Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 I need new front brake pads and resurfaced rotors.. Pepboys is the cheapest in my area. Anyone have a good or bad xperience with them? So I basically have to add $150 to my $700 tire endeavor because, apparently, the fairness Gods are on vacation or somethin'. they're just brakes fer crissakes. who cares if price is right. sorry I never dealt with them but they seem like a big enough name in the industry. 150 doesn't seem too pricy for the work done but ouch anyways when it is unexpected. I too hate putting $$$ in cars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afosomf Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 I need new front brake pads and resurfaced rotors.. Pepboys is the cheapest in my area. Anyone have a good or bad xperience with them? So I basically have to add $150 to my $700 tire endeavor because, apparently, the fairness Gods are on vacation or somethin'. that sucks V 150 is decent price Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewilly Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 I would look into the 175 per tire option. I would think 125 should net you decent rubber. then it would be free pads Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thai Jet Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 I need new front brake pads and resurfaced rotors.. Pepboys is the cheapest in my area. Anyone have a good or bad xperience with them? So I basically have to add $150 to my $700 tire endeavor because, apparently, the fairness Gods are on vacation or somethin'. Verde, If your planning on keeping the car for several years I would recommend going with a ceramic pad even if their just the entry level ones. A set might be just $15 or so more but they'll last twice as long and won't give you that annoying brake dust on your front wheels. Most of the cost of a brake job is labour. The cheap pads that Poop Boys quoted you only cost them about $13. Also be prepared for the " We can't resurface the rotors since they're too far gone. You'll need new ones" That'll add perhaps $80 or so to the bill. Have your husband bring the car in NOT you since shops like PB prey on pretty girls who are alone. I once put a set of decent brakes on my gf's car. 3 months later she goes to the dealer to have her cruise control fixed. The mechanic does a "free" brake inspection. He tells her, and I quote, "If he loves you at all he won't let you leave here with these brakes" . Luckily she called me in a panic, I told her to tell the mechanic to GF himself and she left. Good luck V. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thai Jet Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 they're just brakes fer crissakes. who cares if price is right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brenjetsfan Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 I need brakes also....just put a starter in....but at least I have no car payment anymore. Its a 99 gonna get me through the winter then give it to my son an pick up another car. I am not sure what to purchase, but would love this car...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Verde Posted January 14, 2009 Author Share Posted January 14, 2009 I realize that $150 is not bad for brakes but add that to the cost of 4 new tires and labor and I'm spending almost $1,000.. bad time of year, right after the holidays. Verde, If your planning on keeping the car for several years I would recommend going with a ceramic pad even if their just the entry level ones. A set might be just $15 or so more but they'll last twice as long and won't give you that annoying brake dust on your front wheels. Most of the cost of a brake job is labour. The cheap pads that Poop Boys quoted you only cost them about $13. Also be prepared for the " We can't resurface the rotors since they're too far gone. You'll need new ones" That'll add perhaps $80 or so to the bill. Have your husband bring the car in NOT you since shops like PB prey on pretty girls who are alone. I once put a set of decent brakes on my gf's car. 3 months later she goes to the dealer to have her cruise control fixed. The mechanic does a "free" brake inspection. He tells her, and I quote, "If he loves you at all he won't let you leave here with these brakes" . Luckily she called me in a panic, I told her to tell the mechanic to GF himself and she left. Good luck V. I am well aware of the gender factor and so my husband will go take the car in.. and if they try to suggest new rotors he'll have to show them the dealer's paper work stating that the car needs the rotors RESURFACED. If the dealer didn't try to scare us into new rotors then the car doesn't need them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Borgoguy Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Verde, If your planning on keeping the car for several years I would recommend going with a ceramic pad even if their just the entry level ones. A set might be just $15 or so more but they'll last twice as long and won't give you that annoying brake dust on your front wheels. Most of the cost of a brake job is labour. The cheap pads that Poop Boys quoted you only cost them about $13. Also be prepared for the " We can't resurface the rotors since they're too far gone. You'll need new ones" That'll add perhaps $80 or so to the bill. Have your husband bring the car in NOT you since shops like PB prey on pretty girls who are alone. I once put a set of decent brakes on my gf's car. 3 months later she goes to the dealer to have her cruise control fixed. The mechanic does a "free" brake inspection. He tells her, and I quote, "If he loves you at all he won't let you leave here with these brakes" . Luckily she called me in a panic, I told her to tell the mechanic to GF himself and she left. Good luck V. That's why you're awesome, TJ. LOL. First laugh of the day. Please tell me that she actually used those words. Please. LOL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brenjetsfan Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 I realize that $150 is not bad for brakes but add that to the cost of 4 new tires and labor and I'm spending almost $1,000.. bad time of year, right after the holidays. I am well aware of the gender factor and so my husband will go take the car in.. and if they try to suggest new rotors he'll have to show them the dealer's paper work stating that the car needs the rotors RESURFACED. If the dealer didn't try to scare us into new rotors then the car doesn't need them. your rite..but your gonna need to be safe in the winter especially with snow n ice! Go to Good Year an get a credit card if that helps..I personally like to pay upfront so I dont have any bills. BUT you gotta be safe!! Good Luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewilly Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 your rite..but your gonna need to be safe in the winter especially with snow n ice! Go to Good Year an get a credit card if that helps..I personally like to pay upfront so I dont have any bills. BUT you gotta be safe!! Good Luck and no one will argue thay bren is all about upfront Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMaynard Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 I need new front brake pads and resurfaced rotors.. Pepboys is the cheapest in my area. Anyone have a good or bad xperience with them? So I basically have to add $150 to my $700 tire endeavor because, apparently, the fairness Gods are on vacation or somethin'. Ask for Manny. Moe and Jack are idiots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewilly Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Ask for Manny. Moe and Jack are idiots. yeah i'm not comfortable with moe & his 3" cigarette ash being under my car. how does that guy talk & the cig never leaves his lower lip when his mouth moves? It's pretty cool actually Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 3 months later she goes to the dealer to have her cruise control fixed. The mechanic does a "free" brake inspection. He tells her, and I quote, "If he loves you at all he won't let you leave here with these brakes" . Luckily she called me in a panic, I told her to tell the mechanic to GF himself and she left. Good luck V. +1 Somewhere around here is my wife's "rusty brake" story. She took the car in for an oil change and the dealer tried to hit her up for a $500 "brake cleaning" because they were "rusty". She called me and I called the dealer. He explained the service which amounted to a pad change without changing the pads. He couldn't explain how year old stainless steel could rust, but didn't hesitate to inform me that "the car was already on the lift and apart". After I asked him "what kind of a clip joint are you running there?" I called my wife and told her to pay with her credit card. She disputed the bill and VW never responded to anything. No charge. As for Pep Boys, those large chains are usually okay, but you still have to ask around about each particular one. It still boils down to which monkey works on your car that particular day. I'm with Thai on the upgraded pads. The parts are such a small part of the job that you might as well pay for premium stuff. I'm haven't looked around lately, but I didn't used to be that fond of ceramic because they are a little noisier and seem like they have to warm up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thai Jet Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 That's why you're awesome, TJ. LOL. First laugh of the day. Please tell me that she actually used those words. Please. LOL. Sadly she did not Borgo. I wanted to talk to him and sadly she would not do that either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thai Jet Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 I realize that $150 is not bad for brakes but add that to the cost of 4 new tires and labor and I'm spending almost $1,000.. bad time of year, right after the holidays. I am well aware of the gender factor and so my husband will go take the car in.. and if they try to suggest new rotors he'll have to show them the dealer's paper work stating that the car needs the rotors RESURFACED. If the dealer didn't try to scare us into new rotors then the car doesn't need them. Good for you V ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Borgoguy Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Sadly she did not Borgo. I wanted to talk to him and sadly she would not do that either. Good thing, too, TJ. You would have probably gone down and choked the guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thai Jet Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Ask for Manny. Moe and Jack are idiots. You are correct D. I should have added that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green DNA Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 I would think 125 should net you decent rubber. then it would be free pads We're discussing tires and brakes here, please clean up your act. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thai Jet Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Good thing, too, TJ. You would have probably gone down and choked the guy. Most correct Borgo. I was spitting blood that some low life at the Dodge dealer (NorthTown) would do this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 Pep Boys is a perfectly acceptable place to get brakes or any other work done. As usual, Thai Jet is an idiot. Make sure you tell them what the dealer said about the rotors, though. ANY garage will try to sell you new rotors. Actually, most people NEED new rotors, even if they don't want to admit it. If your dealer says you don't, then you don't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Verde Posted January 15, 2009 Author Share Posted January 15, 2009 Pep Boys is a perfectly acceptable place to get brakes or any other work done. As usual, Thai Jet is an idiot. Make sure you tell them what the dealer said about the rotors, though. ANY garage will try to sell you new rotors. Actually, most people NEED new rotors, even if they don't want to admit it. If your dealer says you don't, then you don't. TY! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larz Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 +1 It still boils down to which monkey works on your car that particular day. . that's what I was going to post Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatriotReign37 Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 I've used Pep Shop Boys and there were no problems. Brakes are really simple, so its hard to screw them up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thai Jet Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 Pep Boys is a perfectly acceptable place to get brakes or any other work done. As usual, Thai Jet is an idiot. Make sure you tell them what the dealer said about the rotors, though. ANY garage will try to sell you new rotors. Actually, most people NEED new rotors, even if they don't want to admit it. If your dealer says you don't, then you don't. And as usual Bob you come across as an *** with your comment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatriotReign37 Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 And as usual Bob you come across as an *** with your comment. Where???? Everything Bob said was dead on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewilly Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 I take my car to acme brakes & loan it to my mother in law for a week or so before i'll drive it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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