Need new front brake pads and rotors
weizilla
12-17-2009, 01:47 PM
I took my car in for the scheduled maintenance and the mechanic said that i need new front brake pads and rotors. He quoted me $400 where they would replace them with a set from Wagner and $150 if I bring in my own supplies.
I've never had anything replaced before so I have no experience with this or what brands are good. Should I just go ahead and have them replaced or buy my own set online?
I've never had anything replaced before so I have no experience with this or what brands are good. Should I just go ahead and have them replaced or buy my own set online?
weizilla
12-17-2009, 02:50 PM
another place quoted me $365 and they use original honda part. Are they better/worse than Wagner or aftermarket ones?
Copytech99
12-18-2009, 09:38 AM
I would go with OEM parts, online shipping cost can add $15-$20 to your total cost. You might call the dealer and check to save S&H, but for the most part Honda parts are fairly priced. I have had great luck with my rotors they are originals at 105k and never been touched (did the pads with oems at about 60k)
$150 is a bit high, a pretty straightforward job and I hope he cleans the caliper slide pins for you, and make sure he uses the disc brake quiet application stuff as well.
$150 is a bit high, a pretty straightforward job and I hope he cleans the caliper slide pins for you, and make sure he uses the disc brake quiet application stuff as well.
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