Ok, to make a long story short my rotors in my 2002 35th LE Vert were warped at 11,000 miles requiring R&R and resurfacing. At 15,000 there was excessive lateral runout and they were machined. 1 year later they are warped again and pulsating. The dealership and GM rep originally refused to fix the problems stating that the pads are worn. I explained that I have no problem paying to have new pads put on, but that the rotor issue they need to take care of.
Well, today the GM rep now agrees to put new rotors on as long as I pay for the pads and the labor for new pads(by the way, I am only talking about the fronts). However he says that the pads and labor for them is $330. Is this figure correct, and if not what would a normal figure be?
Posted by SS 891 (Member # 1968) on :
If they are replacing the rotors, there should be NO labor to "pad slap" the calipers. The calipers have to be removed from the rotors and you know for a fact the pads will fall out when you remove them.
When i get GM to do a "goodwill" warranty rotor replacement, there is NO labor charge to the customer for pads if they wish to replace them.
Hope this helps.
[ 02. March 2004, 07:03 PM: Message edited by: SS 891 ]
Posted by Mike Bonte (Member # 1892) on :
Well GM dealers want to charge like $150 just for the pads. And they probably figure 2 hours of labor on the job, so yeah it's probably right.
At that point, you may as well just toss the GM rotors and put a set of aftermarket ones on.
Just my $.02 of course. Posted by FireChicken (Member # 2067) on :
Mike is right. I bought brake pads for my car at autozone, and the most expensive ones were less than $100 for the set. Plus, dealers will not only do incompetant work on your car (generally speaking), but will also bleed you dry for it, as well. Go for aftermarket rotors, and keep an eye on the torque, and your rotor problems will disappear.
Posted by twobratSS (Member # 2180) on :
I've noticed a pretty bad shimmy during braking in Missi's SS. Guess I'm going to have to break down and purchase the aftermarket ones as well...as well as a torque wrench.
Posted by cytruffle (Member # 1733) on :
quote:Originally posted by twobratSS: I've noticed a pretty bad shimmy during braking in Missi's SS.
....um.....might help iffen u didn't stomp it so hard.....that puppy was goin' ALL OVER the street on the way back from the Museum.......
...good thing Mr. POFOMOCO wasn't there....he'd strung u up!!!! hahahahaha!!!! j/k, sweetz Posted by Krista (Member # 1904) on :
All I can say after just having dealt with this is check around!!
The dealer told us $280 for the front brakes ($157 for the pads). My hubby found another local place to do the whole shebang for $152. Of course, I didn't really need the pads and the d@mn rotors were warped (again after only 7K miles) because they weren't done right at 13K. I want to find somewhere I can take her where I can trust the guy that works on her. Somewhere where they know me and my car and I don't have to go thru the entire story every time i bring her in.
Posted by 1-35 anniverasy LE (Member # 2040) on :
brakes that won't hold up on the car gm installs them on . aren't we proud of our [made in america motto] . i can say i have never met an honest car salesman or dealership disapointing
Posted by KurtK (Member # 1779) on :
If you do the work yourself, you can install some decent rotors and pads for the $ 330.00. It is not very hard to do- do a search, or I'm sure you wil get enough help from the forum members- just ask.
I see NO reason to have a dealership do what I would consider a warranty job for the $ 330.00. If you can't do the work, go to a reputable shop. You may be able to bring the parts and just pay for labor.
The rotors in my Vette held up much longer than the OEMs in my SS, and I realy gave them much more 'exercise'.
Another thing consider is that the brakes on your Camaro are both a performance and safety issue- this is an area not to scrimp!
FWIW I installed Power Slot rotors and Performance Friction pads- not my first choice, however I could get them the same day.
Posted by 2002Z4CSS (Member # 1393) on :
That labor price is high! I should do these $300 brake jobs in my driveway to help pay for my SS. Posted by 99 HOSS (Member # 109) on :
... if your even slightly mechanically inclined, you can do the work yourself. The work isn't that difficult. Basic hand tools and a torque wrench. A jack and jack stands are also required.
Brembo OEM replacement rotors are only 62 bux from Tire Rack. DuraStop pads (or Hawk HPS) are not that expensive. If they're going to replace the rotors, they have to remove the calipers, pad abutement brackets (what holds the pads) and pads anyway, so you should only have to pay for the price of the pads.
Remember, warped rotors that are turned will warp again, soon. Once the metalurgy is warped, it stays that way. Warped rotors should be replaced (tossed).
Posted by twobratSS (Member # 2180) on :
quote:Originally posted by cytruffle:
quote:Originally posted by twobratSS: I've noticed a pretty bad shimmy during braking in Missi's SS.
....um.....might help iffen u didn't stomp it so hard.....that puppy was goin' ALL OVER the street on the way back from the Museum.......
...good thing Mr. POFOMOCO wasn't there....he'd strung u up!!!! hahahahaha!!!! j/k, sweetz
It wasn't ALL OVER the street...I stayed in the middle! We were just trying to catch up! Posted by OBSSD (Member # 1258) on :
$330?! I'd certainly consider that a ripoff. The new GM rotors are just as likely to warp as the originals and $150-180 for labor is unreal. HOSS has the same suggestion I would have made...buy some OE replacement Brembos and Hawk HPS pads from Tire Rack and do it yourself (or enlist the help of a friend)...it'll cost less than $300 and be less prone to warping. If you need torque specs or other help, you've already come to the right place.
[ 03. March 2004, 12:26 PM: Message edited by: OBSSD ]
Posted by 2002 SLP SS (Member # 1893) on :
Go to installuniversity.com step by step Fbody instructions to do most repairs includes pics!
Posted by FireChicken (Member # 2067) on :
quote:Originally posted by 99 HOSS: ... if your even slightly mechanically inclined, you can do the work yourself. The work isn't that difficult. Basic hand tools and a torque wrench. A jack and jack stands are also required.
Brembo OEM replacement rotors are only 62 bux from Tire Rack. DuraStop pads (or Hawk HPS) are not that expensive. If they're going to replace the rotors, they have to remove the calipers, pad abutement brackets (what holds the pads) and pads anyway, so you should only have to pay for the price of the pads.
Remember, warped rotors that are turned will warp again, soon. Once the metalurgy is warped, it stays that way. Warped rotors should be replaced (tossed).
Yeah, it only takes me about an hour and a half to do all 4 wheels, brakes and rotors and all, with just one jack and switching between.
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