Brakes

Flushing the brake fluid system is a chore we should do every two to three years. But it isn’t as big or difficult a chore as it might sound; that …

I’ve been a mechanic for over two decades now, and brake repairs are the number one repair in most workshops. Brake calipers on the same axle (meaning both front or …

Brake bleeding is one of those jobs that fill most DIYers with dread; bleeding the brakes needn’t; with a little preparation, the right tools, and know-how, you’ll be bleeding like …

To replace brake rotors, remove the following: Road wheel; Brake caliper; Brake pads; Caliper carrier; Rotor Torx fastener; Rotor. To fit new rotor: Use brake cleaner to remove rotor protective …

Front brake pad replacement is one of the easiest brake repair jobs you can do. Pads typically last about 20,000 to 30,000 miles, depending on your driving style, environment, load …

Checking brake pads is one of the most important and luckily easiest maintenance chores. Pads are not something you want to run out of and so keeping tabs on how …

Wind back calipers are a pain in the ass, especially when you don’t have the right tool for the job. And hey, I don’t blame you unless you do a …

Most folks forget to check brake fluid level, and I can’t blame them; brake fluid level rarely needs topping up; in fact, if it does need topping up, it suggests …

Brake bleeding can be a pain in the ass, but with the proper tools, life is a ton easier. That said, you don’t need to rush out and buy an …

Who doesn’t like hot wheels? Well, when it is caused by a dragging brake, tell when it’s a real pain in the hiney. In most cases, the fix is an …