2007 HCHII brake replacement
 

I'm thinking i'm going to need brakes for my '07 HCH soon. They're squeaking pretty much every time I stop these days (used to just be the first stop or two if it's damp/humid, not now).

Has anyone had this done somewhere other than the dealership?

Any reason that I shouldn't go to a local shop/Sears/Firestone/etc?

Oh and cost, any ideas?

Thanks!

Re: 2007 HCHII brake replacement
 

Any mechanic or brake shop will do it with ease. Standard brake system. H

Re: 2007 HCHII brake replacement
 

Okay I just wanted to make sure. I know that I don't bother going to normal shops for oil since they actually want more than the dealership still.

Thanks Harold!

Re: 2007 HCHII brake replacement
 

Good to know. I have a 2006 with over 85K miles on it and still have not replaced the original brakes. Last inspection said i have 5mm left on the fronts. People are surprised when I tell them this.

Re: 2007 HCHII brake replacement
 

Well I was right, needs brakes. I'm down to 2.5mm according to the dealership.

Dealer is $179.95, going to call around for other estimates now.

Re: 2007 HCHII brake replacement
 

front pads is an EASY 1 one hour job, a Walmart tool kit and a C-clamp.

Do it yourself and then treat yourself to a nice dinner with the money you saved.

Re: 2007 HCHII brake replacement
 

Eh I'm not the type, the best you get from me are the girlie things like cleaning my car after my husband takes it on a road trip and leaves it messy for me.

I ended up at Sears and so far everything seems to be fine. $155 with tax and then I got a $30 "bonus card" that I can use anywhere in the store. Not a bad deal I suppose. But hey I could wander the mall and spend my savings vs the dealer on clothes! :)