Car Trouble! how to pick te right rotor?

I have a 2000 mercury cougar v6 2.5L. I took it to firestone and they said i need to change the rotors in the front and rear rotors pitted ans roasted, brake fluid flush...those were the notes he wrote .for my car and he said itll cost 862$!!! i was like wo ill see if i ca find it cheaper somewhere else. but cant i order the parts and pay som1 to do it myselfCar Trouble! how to pick te right rotor?Cars are a constant money pit. You're either making payments or paying for repairs. You're 9 years from your car's production date, and if this is the first time you've replaced rotors, you're doing well.



If you don't have the money for rotors, ask if they're warped, or only scored. If they're only scored, you can either have them surfaced, or just slam in some brake pads knowing they'll wear prematurely (you'll get about half the life out of them). When I was a young man, I ran rotors regardless of how scored they were, I had better things to do with my non-union factory worker paycheck.



Having them resurfaced is best, but some rotors are only surface hardened, and the specs are so limited, they almost never can be resurfaced.



If you're going to do it yourself, find out before you take it apart if any special tools are required, or if there's anything peculiar about your particular car that you should know.



I don't currently own a car with disc brakes, and back when I did they were pretty straightforward, but my son in law just spend a small fortune on new calipers because he tried to push the pistons back in the usual way with a C-clamp, but there was a high-tech limiter because of the anti-lock brakes and unless the piston was turned before it was pushed, it damaged the mechanism. So be careful.



As far as changing the brake fluid, it depends on how long you intend to keep the car. Years ago I thought I was the only guy in the world who actually changed brake fluid every presidential election (once every 4 years). Brake fluid absorbs water out of the atmosphere, and over time, the wheel cylinders or calipers will begin to corrode from the inside out. Wheel cylinders leak before they seize, but calipers seize before they leak, which is probably why your mechanic advised you to change it out.Car Trouble! how to pick te right rotor?wow, the rotors for that car are about 60-80 per, for that car, the rest is labor fee.Car Trouble! how to pick te right rotor?That's sounds about twice the price I think.Car Trouble! how to pick te right rotor?What was the original problem with your car that caused you to take it to a shop?



Try taking it to a Mercury dealer and see what they think needs fixing, and what they charge, and compare.



I don't trust those tire and brake shops. They tend to be dishonest.

Dealers with factory certification are more trustworthy. Try the Mercury web site to locate a dealer.Car Trouble! how to pick te right rotor?you can buy the rotors for about 60 to 80 bucks pay 5 to 10 to have them re-surface and install your self if you know how .. as far as brake fluid flush that's just a waste .. i've own vehi for about 15 years never did a flush and never had a problem ..Car Trouble! how to pick te right rotor?Yes,you can do it your self.Get another opinion from another mechanic before you spend any money.Car Trouble! how to pick te right rotor?I agree to not let them to the work that is way too much for a simple brake job. I would find or ask someone you know that is a mechanic and have them help you do the brake job. as for the flush I would only change it if the fluid is dark brown or black. If you do need a flush it only takes about 15-20 minutes to flush the whole system.Car Trouble! how to pick te right rotor?Your local parts store can hook you up with the correct parts. You will need to know if you car has anti-lock brakes, and what engine and trans it has. They can also sell you a repair manual for your specific car, which will help you to fix it yourself. You might also ask some friends or co-workers, if they know how to do it. You might get it done real cheap if a friend can do it. I would not waste money on the flush, unless there is metal shavings visible in the master cylinder.

How to change 02 f-150 front wheel bearings?

i noticed a kind of humming noise coming from the front of the truck, my gut reaction is its the bearings going out. if i remember correctly its a pretty straight forward process.



1. remove wheel

2. remove caliper

3. remove the bearing cap

4. remove the spindle nut

5. remove rotor and replace bearings



pretty sure thats the sum of it, but do any you need any special tools? its been a while since i've done any bearing work and now i at college at my tool arsenal is basically limited to a 100 or so piece craftsman set.How to change 02 f-150 front wheel bearings?You'll need a brass punch.

The oil seals %26amp; bearings come out easy enough but use the brass punch to knock out the races. The new bearings will come with new races.

An arbor press is best to press in the new races but you can use the brass punch and carefully tap them in making sure they go in straight and evenly as you gently tap all around them in. Take your time and make sure the races are bottomed out. Pack bearing grease into the bearings before installing them.

Hope this helps.How to change 02 f-150 front wheel bearings?no special tools is required,a good socket set channel lock players or the right size wrench to remove the spindle nut,tap out the rear bearing cap to remove the rear bearing,you should also replace the bearing race in the router,repack the bearings with a good bearing grease then replace router.make sure you tightened the spindle nut to the right specks,not too tight or loose.also replace a new cotter pin.

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Rubbing noise from both front wheels after cv axle change.?

i didnt really know how to change the cv axles so i took off parts more then i needed. (but now I know) like my rotors and brakes. after everything put back on i thought hardship was over then found out during test drive my brakes were soft but start to get hader after pumpin the brakes. and then heard rubbing grinding noise coming from both sides. not too loud though. what the heck dude!!! any help...oh its a 97 4runner 4x4Rubbing noise from both front wheels after cv axle change.?soft brakes; most likely air in the system, youre going to have to bleed them.. easier with two ppl.. Have one person pump them about three times then hold the peddle down, then loosen the screw on the caliper untill fluid comes out then tighten it, n then let go of the peddle continue until peddle feels firm.



noise, check the backing plate, the plate that goes behind the rotors, make sure its not rubbin against the rotor, just push it or bend it slightly back. or jack up each wheel, n turn the wheel by manualy n try n trace the noise.Rubbing noise from both front wheels after cv axle change.?bleed the brakes and i hope u didnt tighten the cv joint securing nut real tight, u have to back it off a bit too allow the wheels to spin freely.

How do I remove the front driver side axle on my 2001 4wd dodge ram so i can change the universal joint?

I pulled the tire, caliber, and rotor. Unscrewed the hub lock nut. Now I can not get the hub to come off so I can pull the axle.How do I remove the front driver side axle on my 2001 4wd dodge ram so i can change the universal joint?Put the rotor back on attach it with 2 wheel nuts. Remove the 4 hub/bearing nuts. Put the hub nut back on nice and tight. Take a big pry bar (I use a 5 ft bar, no exageration, you need a lot of leverage). Place the bar between the rotor and the caliper mount and pry the hub will come out it will pull the axle with it. The hub nut can now be removed. The hub nut keeps the bearing from seperating when you pull it out. Good luck.How do I remove the front driver side axle on my 2001 4wd dodge ram so i can change the universal joint?When you say the 4 hub/bearing nuts, I had 3 through bolts that mount the wheel assembly to the hub mounting plate. Am i to remove these three bolts, they have a uniques head on them like a revers star. I had to use a 12 point 14mm socket to get them out. I just need to know if i am to pry the whole

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How do I remove the front driver side axle on my 2001 4wd dodge ram so i can change the universal joint?plate off of the wheel assembly. Or do I pry the hub/rotor only and when the hub spline is pryed out of the center the axle comes out with it? Thank you so much for your help and detail.

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How do I remove the front driver side axle on my 2001 4wd dodge ram so i can change the universal joint?Okay, I did some research. I was calling the %26quot;steering knuckle%26quot; the wheel assembly. I think i have all the info I need and will try first thing in the am. Thanks again for your help.

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Replacing rotors on a 2001 Dodge Neon?

For a couple of months, I was hearing a clicking noise in my front tire, as well as a thumping noise when I braked (could also be felt in the brake pedal, but stops the harder I push) Then one day I pulled into a parking lot, going over the curb, heard a loud thunk and pulled into a parking spot, where my car was stuck. I got out to look, and saw that my front pass. side tire was turned in. Took the car to the mechanic, and had to have both tie rod ends replaced. Since then, the thumping has gotten worse. My Dad believes that is sounds like a warped rotor. He had to replace his rotors on his old car (mid 80's Ford Tempo), and is willing to replace mine. My question is, does anybody know how hard it is to change rotors on a Dodge Neon? Is it anything like changing a rotor on an old Ford Tempo? He said it was really easy on that car, so we are hoping it is easy on my car as well.

Experienced answers only please. Thank You!Replacing rotors on a 2001 Dodge Neon?If he did a brake job on his Ford, he could for it on the Neon. They are really simple!Replacing rotors on a 2001 Dodge Neon?its not really all that hard

while hes under there make sure your c/v joints are in good shape to since these may have gotten damaged when tie rod ends went poopy on youReplacing rotors on a 2001 Dodge Neon?i always say get a shop manual if working on ur car...best 15 u can spend...real money saver.....2 ,,most parts sites [advance,auto zone] have a do it urself section on line look there.Replacing rotors on a 2001 Dodge Neon?I would have a pro check it out. The thumping sounds like something else in the front suspension.Replacing rotors on a 2001 Dodge Neon?Pretty much the exact same procedure. Pull the tire, remove the caliper, remove the caliper hanger, and remove the rotors.

79 ford strait axel how to remove retainer ring for hub on front driver side i need to change barings for roto?

89 ford f150 with 79 strait axel barings gone bad need details on hub and rotor removal got down to round retainer ring what is the best way to remove?79 ford strait axel how to remove retainer ring for hub on front driver side i need to change barings for roto?They make a special socket to remove that nut. Most auto parts stores have them. Not to expensive either. There is another nut just like that behind that one with a lock washer between them. Then after that are the bearings...............md





UPDATE%26gt;%26gt;%26gt; the nut in back has a peg on it to line up with the holes in the washer...............

Is it ok to change just one brake rotor?

About a year ago getting my tires changed the mechanic mentioned I need new pads. Sure enough they started to grind soon after. I changed all four front pads. Now less then a year later the grinding is back (was always just on the driver's side). I drive easy, no hard braking or drifting around corners. Is it ok to just change the one rotor? How about the pads? The sales guy also was trying to sell a bunch of extras like cleaner to get the oil off the rotor, replacement grease for the caliper bolts and something else because of the time of year (salt). The rotor box says %26quot;ready to install%26quot;, so do I also really need all that other stuff?

In case it matters: 2002 Saturn SL2 front wheel drive %26lt;100K milesIs it ok to change just one brake rotor?Its fine to do if your broke and only one is giving u the problem but chances are the other isn't far behind. I think your problem is either worn calliper or wheel baring because the problem is only on the 1 side. As for what the sales guy was trying to sell you pretty well bull other than its a good idea to keep the rotor as clean as possible and to keep your calliper bolts or any bolt u might have to take off again with anti seize.



Hope u find this helpfulIs it ok to change just one brake rotor?That %26quot;sales guy%26quot; does NOT sound good to me! Run (don't walk) to the door and say goodbye forever. Make sure to try another independent repair shop you might find by searching the below link. That new garage will remove both your rotors (easy to do) and simply turn them done on a lathe and charge you about $30 plus the cost of the new pads for a total cost of $125. Do the complete front brake job the right way, and you'll pay less and be safer driving in the long run.



http://www.iatn.net/shopfinder/Is it ok to change just one brake rotor?Even though it says ready to install, they do ship them with a light oil, and I always spray new rotors down with brake cleaner. As far as replacing one rotor, I would rather not. In hard braking it could cause the car to swerve slightly.Is it ok to change just one brake rotor?1 get 2nd opinion

2 id rather you get 2 rotors if you can afford it but if poor one is ok ..

3 i can't believe the ****** is trying to nickle and dime you...charge for a smear of grease? and a spray of cleaner PLEASE punch him for me!Is it ok to change just one brake rotor?if it did it the 2nd time then it,s probably the caliper sticking. you can change just 1 side unless the other rotor is thin then you need to change both rotors to get good braking action. also when you buy rotors the factory puts grease or oil on them to keep them from rusting so before installing them wash them down with brake cleaner.Is it ok to change just one brake rotor?clean all oil off the rotors and grease the bolts to make sure the calipers slide back in forth freely if they dont you will eat brake pad up.Is it ok to change just one brake rotor?i would rather change %26quot;both%26quot; rotors at the same time. and if you plan to replace the brake pads, change both too.

the grinding sound that you feel is probably the cause of a warped rotor... this happens when the rotor gets hot when driving then a splash of water hits the rotor or going straight to the car wash after a long drive.

you don't have to buy those brake cleaners or grease.

the rotors are not that expensive anyway and even the brake pads. the expensive one is the %26quot;brake caliper%26quot;... but i don't think that you have a problem with this part.Is it ok to change just one brake rotor?If you're wearing out one side prematurely, there's a reason. You may have a stuck caliper. The caliper must be free to slide side-to-side on the guide pins as the pads wear. If it's sticking, then you'll likely wear out one pad on that side before the others.If the rotor on the other side still has plenty of metal thickness left, then you could just replace one side. BUT you should have the old rotor ground or machined to remove any 'glaze'- that's when the surface gets polished from wear and heat. If you don't remove the glaze the new rotor will grab better than the old one and cause it to pull to one side. You MUST replace ALL the pads at the same time.

You need to clean and lubricate the guide pins (high-quality bearing grease works fine) and the holes where they slide. There's a small rubber seal that keeps out dirt. If the rubber is broken, dirt and water can get in and cause the caliper to stick. Also, you need to use shims behind the pads and pad silencer goop on the shims. Otherwise you'll end up with brakes that squeal.

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