by puatry on September 22nd, 2006

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My brakes make alot of noise, so I figure I need new brake pads. Can I go to a mechanic and say that I need new brake pads or a new brake system?

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by Kitty Kat on September 22nd, 2006
pads. i just tell them to take a look at the brakes esp if i've been hearing any grinding noises (sometimes im lazy and let it go too long) so they need to check the rotors also. a new brake system would be a huge overhaul on ur car, but mostly when you say i need new brakes, they'll know what u mean.
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- NEVER do a "pad slap".. always have the rotors turned or replaced!! A legitimate shop will never just replace pads. They cannot warrantee and it is dangerous and could wear out your pads unevenly and quickly.
  
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  by tjatherton on September 22nd, 2006
- a "pad slap" isn't bad. when i used to do my own brakes, i NEVER had a problem if i didn't turn the rotors--it depends on how worn down the pads are when u replace them.
  
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  by Kitty Kat on September 22nd, 2006
- Your life, and the lives of others depend on your brakes. A half assed brake job is a danger to us all.
  
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  by Darryl61 on September 22nd, 2006
- Thanks for all your help!!
  
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  by puatry on September 23rd, 2006
- who said anything about half assing it lol
  
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  by Kitty Kat on September 24th, 2006
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by johndetroit on March 28th, 2012
If they are squealing many times the pads are worn off and you are stopping with bare metal on the rotors. The pistons over extend and now you have a $1,000 brake job with junk parts. I would get fancy drilled and slotted rotors, plated with ceramic pads and find a good private mechanic to put them on. For less money you will have the best brakes that will last for years.

The brake stores sell junk and you will be back to pay for the labor on your warrantied brake pads.
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