DIY about 拢70 tops
Citroen dealer - 拢200 ish
Independent garage 拢120
Kwik fit or similar - 拢140
Above are estimates for front only
Why not just ring them - would take you all of 10 minutes?Does anyone know how much it will cost to change the brake pads and disks on my Citroen C2 1.1 04 car?
It all depends on where do you get it changed from. If you want to do it on your own, I will suggest you to buy pads from a standard spare parts shop which should cost you about 拢40 and that's it. If you want to get it done from a local mechanic, he can charge you upto 拢20 on top of it. If you are getting it done from an Autocentre then they will charge you around 拢100(including everything).
I will suggest not to use places like Kwik Fit, Nationwide Autocentres or any other express repair shops. they just charge you loads for nothing.
So best is to get it done from a nice autocentre which charge you a little bit extra from a local mechanic and lot less than Kwik Fit type of centres and gives you 1000% peace of mind.
Shop around and see who gives you best service and guarantees the service.
All the bestDoes anyone know how much it will cost to change the brake pads and disks on my Citroen C2 1.1 04 car?
do it your self about 35 bucks for pads and to turn down rotors about ten bucks each at any shop easy do at home job my wife does her own brake jobs
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you can call any shop local and get a price just by asking how much is a brake job for ive never payed anyone to do it for me its that easy you can go to autozone.com look at top of page do it yourself type in your car info look up price and get a how to as well but most shops wil be 100 bucks and up depending on how bad or how long you drove it with bad brake pads can be into the 500 buck range might be 100 bucks just depends on who you call to do the job or if you do it at homeDoes anyone know how much it will cost to change the brake pads and disks on my Citroen C2 1.1 04 car?
the price will depend on were you by and the type of brakes you by if you install them your self you can find a book on how to do this you can find this on line good luck lk2bikehdDoes anyone know how much it will cost to change the brake pads and disks on my Citroen C2 1.1 04 car?
I have bought brake disks and pads for that exact car online at www.brakeparts.co.uk and it cost me 拢70.86......
Not sure how much it would cost if you want a mechanic to it.Does anyone know how much it will cost to change the brake pads and disks on my Citroen C2 1.1 04 car?
i don't have the slightest idea
Thursday, June 2, 2011
For a large 4 wheel drive off road application truck, is it better to have drum or disk brakes?
Just trying to decide if I should change over to a disk setup. I know that big industrial trucks such as dump trucks and buses use drum brakes.....and I know that most race cars use disk....for cooling purposes....but the new tundra just came out with 4 wheel disk brakes. Will it make a large difference for me to upgrade? Is it worth the upgrade? How much more useful with this be for me?For a large 4 wheel drive off road application truck, is it better to have drum or disk brakes?
The front brakes do 70% of the vehicle's braking. Disc brakes provide more stopping power than drums, which is why you typically see front disc and rear drums. For normal driving, you do not need rear discs because that much stopping force in the rear of the vehicle is not necessary. Discs do have some advantages over drums however, especially for the offroad driving you are talking about. Drum brakes will collect mud and debris in them and it will get between the drum and shoe, severely decreasing the stopping power in the rear. Also, after a day's offroading, water that gets caught in the drum can cause rust (especially if you don't let it sit for a day or two) and can make the shoe stick to the drum and can be difficult to break loose. If you have a big heavy truck that you drive a lot, including a lot of offroading, discs are a good idea. If you do go to a rear disc setup, I suggest you use a proportioning valve for the rear so that you can reduce the fluid pressure to the rear. If you have equal brake pressure to the front and rear discs, the rears will lockup and you'll lose control. Plumb an adjustable proportioning valve into your rear setup and you'll have no problems.
(Dump trucks and buses can use drum brakes because the drums are much larger and have proportionally more friction material than regular car drums do. These larger commercial vehicles use an air actuated system instead of a hydraulic [fluid] system.) Hope this helps.For a large 4 wheel drive off road application truck, is it better to have drum or disk brakes?
Disk are much cheaper to make and it's a selling point, however only 10% or less of breaking is done with the rears unless your drifting, so if really makes no differance although all the heavy duty axils come with drum and if your off roading braking is the least of your worriesFor a large 4 wheel drive off road application truck, is it better to have drum or disk brakes?
disk all the way...drums were great when they were invented..in the early 1900s but why would anyone want them now? it will cost 1000 to 2000 to switch...trade for the truck u want...
The front brakes do 70% of the vehicle's braking. Disc brakes provide more stopping power than drums, which is why you typically see front disc and rear drums. For normal driving, you do not need rear discs because that much stopping force in the rear of the vehicle is not necessary. Discs do have some advantages over drums however, especially for the offroad driving you are talking about. Drum brakes will collect mud and debris in them and it will get between the drum and shoe, severely decreasing the stopping power in the rear. Also, after a day's offroading, water that gets caught in the drum can cause rust (especially if you don't let it sit for a day or two) and can make the shoe stick to the drum and can be difficult to break loose. If you have a big heavy truck that you drive a lot, including a lot of offroading, discs are a good idea. If you do go to a rear disc setup, I suggest you use a proportioning valve for the rear so that you can reduce the fluid pressure to the rear. If you have equal brake pressure to the front and rear discs, the rears will lockup and you'll lose control. Plumb an adjustable proportioning valve into your rear setup and you'll have no problems.
(Dump trucks and buses can use drum brakes because the drums are much larger and have proportionally more friction material than regular car drums do. These larger commercial vehicles use an air actuated system instead of a hydraulic [fluid] system.) Hope this helps.For a large 4 wheel drive off road application truck, is it better to have drum or disk brakes?
Disk are much cheaper to make and it's a selling point, however only 10% or less of breaking is done with the rears unless your drifting, so if really makes no differance although all the heavy duty axils come with drum and if your off roading braking is the least of your worriesFor a large 4 wheel drive off road application truck, is it better to have drum or disk brakes?
disk all the way...drums were great when they were invented..in the early 1900s but why would anyone want them now? it will cost 1000 to 2000 to switch...trade for the truck u want...
Does anyone know how to change the brake pads on a 2004 Explorer Sport Trac??
I'm going to attempt to change the brake pads on my 2004 Sport Trac. I have completed two brake jobs in the past, but had a friend with me who used to be a mechanic. Can anyone give me any pointers or assistance with how to go about changing the pads?? I'm also planning on changing pads on a 2003 Ford Taurus...is it the same way to change both? I know both have front disc brakes...please help.Does anyone know how to change the brake pads on a 2004 Explorer Sport Trac??
Both vehicles are fairly straight forward. I would buy a Haynes type manual or go to the Ford dealer and see if they will photocopy the shop manuals. Be careful with the Sprt Trac beacuse if you turn the steering without the engine running(as we do with most front brake jobs) it will get an air pocket in the steering system that will have to be bled out or driven until it bleeds itself. If you drive the sport trac with the air pocket in the steering system it will appear fine until you get to the highway and go around a bend at which time it will shake so violently you will think a wheel has fallen off. Trust me it is not fun. I suggest going to a shop that has free brake inspection re check your work and I suggest to buy a good torque wrench and tighten the wheels to spec. Good luck.Does anyone know how to change the brake pads on a 2004 Explorer Sport Trac??
Buy the maintenance book from an automotive store. Step by step instructions with pictures.Does anyone know how to change the brake pads on a 2004 Explorer Sport Trac??
Yes, but he was killed in an unfortunate traffic accident!Does anyone know how to change the brake pads on a 2004 Explorer Sport Trac??
Salam
Purchase the pads and the right tools, they are star headed bots that have to be removed. They are not allen keys anymore.
Several very old tools can do the job with one new star head bit on a rachet.Does anyone know how to change the brake pads on a 2004 Explorer Sport Trac??
My local Ford dealer does a great job at that. Why try when for a few bucks you can have a pro do it, also if you screw it up, nada, if they screw it up, big buck payday awaits.
Both vehicles are fairly straight forward. I would buy a Haynes type manual or go to the Ford dealer and see if they will photocopy the shop manuals. Be careful with the Sprt Trac beacuse if you turn the steering without the engine running(as we do with most front brake jobs) it will get an air pocket in the steering system that will have to be bled out or driven until it bleeds itself. If you drive the sport trac with the air pocket in the steering system it will appear fine until you get to the highway and go around a bend at which time it will shake so violently you will think a wheel has fallen off. Trust me it is not fun. I suggest going to a shop that has free brake inspection re check your work and I suggest to buy a good torque wrench and tighten the wheels to spec. Good luck.Does anyone know how to change the brake pads on a 2004 Explorer Sport Trac??
Buy the maintenance book from an automotive store. Step by step instructions with pictures.Does anyone know how to change the brake pads on a 2004 Explorer Sport Trac??
Yes, but he was killed in an unfortunate traffic accident!Does anyone know how to change the brake pads on a 2004 Explorer Sport Trac??
Salam
Purchase the pads and the right tools, they are star headed bots that have to be removed. They are not allen keys anymore.
Several very old tools can do the job with one new star head bit on a rachet.Does anyone know how to change the brake pads on a 2004 Explorer Sport Trac??
My local Ford dealer does a great job at that. Why try when for a few bucks you can have a pro do it, also if you screw it up, nada, if they screw it up, big buck payday awaits.
How to change wheel bearing on 1999 hyundai lantra? I cannot get disc off the hub, need diagram/instructions?
Removed castellated nut, screws and brake caliper. Trying to force off the brake disc but it just wont budge. I cant drive the car to a garage so I desperately need help. Am I missing a step? I dont have a manual so if anyone knows where I can get instructions or a diagram... or any ideas?How to change wheel bearing on 1999 hyundai lantra? I cannot get disc off the hub, need diagram/instructions?
Autozone has quite a bit of repair info on their site. You could try looking it up there.
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/repairiHow to change wheel bearing on 1999 hyundai lantra? I cannot get disc off the hub, need diagram/instructions?
Use a rubber hammer and whack the disc.How to change wheel bearing on 1999 hyundai lantra? I cannot get disc off the hub, need diagram/instructions?
spray pb blaster around the center and use a rubber hammer and see if it will pop off. it,s probably rusted on.
Autozone has quite a bit of repair info on their site. You could try looking it up there.
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/repairiHow to change wheel bearing on 1999 hyundai lantra? I cannot get disc off the hub, need diagram/instructions?
Use a rubber hammer and whack the disc.How to change wheel bearing on 1999 hyundai lantra? I cannot get disc off the hub, need diagram/instructions?
spray pb blaster around the center and use a rubber hammer and see if it will pop off. it,s probably rusted on.
Changing REAR brakes on Frontier 2006 - disc?
Ok so I did the fronts last summer, other than a few bolt removal issues - no sweat.
Friend tells me, OH the backs are even easier.
NO!
I can't pull the rotor. Just figured out that there is an E BRAKE inside this rotor apparently?
So when I picked up the parts, I got the pads and the rotors, but not sure what I will need once I get inside?
The problem:
I can't pull the rotor off. It seems like the rear rotor is 'stuck' to the ebrake or something. The ebrake is OFF.
There is a hole in the rotor where maybe you would stick something in to release the ebrake but can't figure out how.
I pryed at this rotor for over an hour...I'm afraid I could have damaged or bent the ebrake components now!
HELP!Changing REAR brakes on Frontier 2006 - disc?
There is a mounting screw on the front of the rear rotor that must be removed before the rotor will come free. Also.. you will most likely require a piston reset tool for the rear brake. Its fairly easy to reset the piston on the front brakes but the rear ones can be a *****.Changing REAR brakes on Frontier 2006 - disc?
If you don't need to replace the parking brakes, don't. When you replace the pads on the rotor you need to remove the brake caliper, pull out the old pads and damper springs then squeeze the hydraulic caliper piston back into the caliper. When you change pads start from the right- rear wheel first then go to the left - rear wheel. This method is done because of the elimination of air in the brake hydraulic lines when replacing the pads. This is sort of an Inverse bleeding process.thin hair tvs
Friend tells me, OH the backs are even easier.
NO!
I can't pull the rotor. Just figured out that there is an E BRAKE inside this rotor apparently?
So when I picked up the parts, I got the pads and the rotors, but not sure what I will need once I get inside?
The problem:
I can't pull the rotor off. It seems like the rear rotor is 'stuck' to the ebrake or something. The ebrake is OFF.
There is a hole in the rotor where maybe you would stick something in to release the ebrake but can't figure out how.
I pryed at this rotor for over an hour...I'm afraid I could have damaged or bent the ebrake components now!
HELP!Changing REAR brakes on Frontier 2006 - disc?
There is a mounting screw on the front of the rear rotor that must be removed before the rotor will come free. Also.. you will most likely require a piston reset tool for the rear brake. Its fairly easy to reset the piston on the front brakes but the rear ones can be a *****.Changing REAR brakes on Frontier 2006 - disc?
If you don't need to replace the parking brakes, don't. When you replace the pads on the rotor you need to remove the brake caliper, pull out the old pads and damper springs then squeeze the hydraulic caliper piston back into the caliper. When you change pads start from the right- rear wheel first then go to the left - rear wheel. This method is done because of the elimination of air in the brake hydraulic lines when replacing the pads. This is sort of an Inverse bleeding process.
I have a Stripped hex screw on a brake caliper...How do I get it out???
I have a 1985 Cadillac Deville front disc brakes. While changing them I found out that the hex screw for the caliper is stripped. I tried just about everything. Any ideas or new options for me. The other side is done ready to go now I just need the passanger side. Thanks for all help.I have a Stripped hex screw on a brake caliper...How do I get it out???
You need a ease out parts store has them just tell him what has happen and he will get the right tool for you , You need to put pressure on it while you art turning, another is Clamp pliers if enough of the head is sticking out get a good bite on ti and turn slowly and put a little oil on it , hope this helpsI have a Stripped hex screw on a brake caliper...How do I get it out???
are the threads stripped?? or is the head stripped??I have a Stripped hex screw on a brake caliper...How do I get it out???
I'm not certain about Cadilacs, but alot of those clipers have Torqx Head screws, not Hex, if this is the case you coould have striped it trying to use a Hex. Anyway, you may need an extractor bit. the y have many different kinds, the best for you will be the kind that has wide reverse threads that set along the outside of the head and remove it like that.I have a Stripped hex screw on a brake caliper...How do I get it out???
There are special drill bits for that, but since you'll need to put another screw in afterwards, I would look for a replacement part from a car wrecker. ~I have a Stripped hex screw on a brake caliper...How do I get it out???
it should protrude enough for you to be able to get vice grips on it...but when you go back with it buy a new bolt...they have them at the auto parts store.
Been there done thatI have a Stripped hex screw on a brake caliper...How do I get it out???
If the head is stripped, use a screw extractor. You can buy them at any hardware store and you just drill a hole into the head an the screw extractor will thread in counterclockwise and lock to remove the screw.
If it is a protruding head screw use a pair of good vise grips.I have a Stripped hex screw on a brake caliper...How do I get it out???
I would weld a 1/4 inch nut on the hex screw and turn it out then replace with new. If you don't have access to a welder you could try JB Weld it is a 2 part epoxy that you could use to adhere a nut to the screw. In both cases be careful not to weld the screw to the caliper.
You need a ease out parts store has them just tell him what has happen and he will get the right tool for you , You need to put pressure on it while you art turning, another is Clamp pliers if enough of the head is sticking out get a good bite on ti and turn slowly and put a little oil on it , hope this helpsI have a Stripped hex screw on a brake caliper...How do I get it out???
are the threads stripped?? or is the head stripped??I have a Stripped hex screw on a brake caliper...How do I get it out???
I'm not certain about Cadilacs, but alot of those clipers have Torqx Head screws, not Hex, if this is the case you coould have striped it trying to use a Hex. Anyway, you may need an extractor bit. the y have many different kinds, the best for you will be the kind that has wide reverse threads that set along the outside of the head and remove it like that.I have a Stripped hex screw on a brake caliper...How do I get it out???
There are special drill bits for that, but since you'll need to put another screw in afterwards, I would look for a replacement part from a car wrecker. ~I have a Stripped hex screw on a brake caliper...How do I get it out???
it should protrude enough for you to be able to get vice grips on it...but when you go back with it buy a new bolt...they have them at the auto parts store.
Been there done thatI have a Stripped hex screw on a brake caliper...How do I get it out???
If the head is stripped, use a screw extractor. You can buy them at any hardware store and you just drill a hole into the head an the screw extractor will thread in counterclockwise and lock to remove the screw.
If it is a protruding head screw use a pair of good vise grips.I have a Stripped hex screw on a brake caliper...How do I get it out???
I would weld a 1/4 inch nut on the hex screw and turn it out then replace with new. If you don't have access to a welder you could try JB Weld it is a 2 part epoxy that you could use to adhere a nut to the screw. In both cases be careful not to weld the screw to the caliper.
How do you bleed the brakes in a 1977 Motorhome / RV?
I have a 1977 GMC MIDAS motor-home, and I am having a hard time with the brakes. It has 4 disc brakes. I changed the front pads, and calipers on both sides. I tried bleeding the lines but the pedal is still really soft. I have to push the pedal all the way down until I feel brakes, and that's with new pads and calipers. The rotors do not looked warped. I read something about turning the wheel to both locks to engage the pump or something? I tried everything, I think it may have a brake power boost system. I did add brake fluid to the master cylinder because it went down after the bleeding process, which I hope was what I was supposed to add. Anyone have any ideas, or somewhere that the proper bleeding process is described for this vehicle?How do you bleed the brakes in a 1977 Motorhome / RV?
it still has air in the system
get a friend help you out
have him pump the break five times or more and tell him not to release and let his food press down on the break.
loosen the bleed valve on the caliper a quarter turn and tighten it once the fluids come out
repeat the process like three times or until no more bubbles come out of the bleed valve. do it in all four wheels,,
,*****watch out for the fluid level on the reservoir if it runs out while your still bleeding the system you're gonna have to start all over again*****
hope it helps
good luck
it still has air in the system
get a friend help you out
have him pump the break five times or more and tell him not to release and let his food press down on the break.
loosen the bleed valve on the caliper a quarter turn and tighten it once the fluids come out
repeat the process like three times or until no more bubbles come out of the bleed valve. do it in all four wheels,,
,*****watch out for the fluid level on the reservoir if it runs out while your still bleeding the system you're gonna have to start all over again*****
hope it helps
good luck
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