Re: Rear brakes

On 2/21/2022 6:33 PM, tonita wrote:
> On Monday, February 21, 2022 at 5:25:03 PM UTC-5, Michael Trew wrote:
>> On 2/21/2022 13:26, tonita wrote:
>>> I was quoted about $600 (approximate) for rear brakes with calipers. Does this seem right for a 2013 Sonata?
>> Yes, if you went to a chain shop. Many chain shops like Monroe will
>> charge similar prices. One recently quoted me $350-400 (I don't
>> remember the exact figure), to ONLY replace the rear rotors and pads,
>> not the calipers. One caliper slide pin was bent/stuck, and it was
>> causing the other side to wear. They said they could fix that up at the
>> same time, included.
>>
>> Go to a local brakes or exhaust shop and save money. If there's a fair
>> wait for them to see your car, you usually know you've found a good
>> place. I have an old-school exhaust shop near me that will do brake
>> work, and sometimes you have to wait weeks to be seen, but they might
>> quote almost half of the price that Monroe charges.
> 
> Hi Michael,  this garage is my regular mechanic.  Mom and Pop business, well established with good reviews.

Mine charged $200.  That is a crazy price but some shops get it. Shop 
around or find the local shade tree mechanic that wants to make a couple 
of bucks.  it is not a difficult job.