[glowstang93]

Well my Pony now has 81,700 miles on her now and its been 45,000 miles since I have had the brakes inspected. They don't feel like they are grabbing smoothly or as good as they used to, so I took them to my usual shop which I trust to do a good job. The front rotors had to be replaced as well as the pads. The rear wheel cylinders and shoes had to be replaced also. The drums were also turned. Got the front wheel bearings greased during the process too. Here is a breakdown on what they charged. I was just wondering if I got took on the price or if it sounds reasonable. I have already decided that even if it turns out the labor costs were a little high, it is worth the extra to know it is done correctly and carefully.

Well, here is the list of parts that were replaced.

1 pt Brake Fluid 2.60
1 Set of Brake Pads 53.32
2 Front Rotors 83.04
2 oil seals 6.68
1 Set of Brake Shoes 36.45
2 Wheel Cylinders 23.82
Total: 205.91
Labor was 129.60 for the front and 146.50 for the rear. Grand Total: 505.57

[evintho]

Sounds about right. However, you could've saved $300 by doing it yourself. It's not hard. Search the internet for tutorials. That's how you learn to fix cars - by working on 'em!

[glowstang93]

Yea, your right I could have saved some money doing it myself, but I would have always wondered if I did everything right. If I had a buddy that had done it before that was here to walk me through it the first time, I probably would have. But glad to hear that the price wasn't far out. Thanks

[my80chevette]

Wow I love my mechanic !! I bring the parts and he puts them on. I had the brakes redone on my 81 and had the whole project done for around 200 and thats having them put on. I will give anyone in my area the phone number and address of this mechanic if anyone needs exhausst or mechanical work done for cheap. Ps I had duals put on my car for about $100.