ok i really need help
12-13-2003, 09:10 AM
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ok i really need help
i took my car in to get the rear brakes looked at.. and they said it would cost me $397 the rear rotors need replaced and the pads. now i would do this my self but they said in order to pull the caliper back to where it goes that i need a special tool.. is this true and how hard is the install?
12-13-2003, 09:25 AM
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Yes and no.
Yes there is a tool to do it, but you could work around it but it makes for doing it a PITA. Basially the pistons need to be rotated back in as opposed to just being pushed in. Really you're best off getting the tool to do it. You may even be able to rent it from some parts stores.
12-13-2003, 09:27 AM
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$100 more and you could have a full set of Ximmerman Xdrilled w/ Mintex F&R!
<center><img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/33185/rs4_17_w_x_rotor.jpg"></center><p>My 98 had rear rake issues, a picture of the former rear set up.
Was that price jsut for rear OEM rotors, no labor?
I'ts like $120 for fronts & $120 rear rotors and $50/ea front and rear pad sets, and $150 labor by an indi-mech for the entire job.
Was that price jsut for rear OEM rotors, no labor?
I'ts like $120 for fronts & $120 rear rotors and $50/ea front and rear pad sets, and $150 labor by an indi-mech for the entire job.
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12-13-2003, 09:41 AM
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I wouldnt know, my mecs prices are so reasonable, I let him do it (but I do observe)
I would source the parts elsewhere from the dealer (if possible, time permitting and driveability as of current) and find an indipendant mechanic. Audi Assured does not cover brakes anyway, again BTDT.
12-13-2003, 10:06 AM
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The tool for the rear piston is very cheap and can be bought at most auto parts stores
<center><img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/2251/mvc-002f.jpg"></center><p>This one was purchased to do a Japanese rear caliper but it had a side (there are six variations) that worked just fine on Audis. It mates to any standard 3/8" extension and ran abou $10 at Autozone