Notices
1997 - 2006 Expedition & Navigator 1997 - 2002 and 2003 - 2006 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator Discussion

2000 Nav, brakes done

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Nov 26, 2011 | 01:55 PM
  #1  
TerryB99's Avatar
TerryB99
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 46
Likes: 0
2000 Nav, brakes done

I use Ford for both my Nav and 2000 Grand Marquis for their "works" oil change. For $40, I get oil and filter, tires rotated, battery check, and a very good overall check. I get a report card each time. With their Ford Reward point system, I get about every 5th oil change free.
This last trip for the Navigator came up with less than 2mm left on front pads and less than 3mm on the back. They also recommended a brake flush and a fuel filter.

Their prices, $180 an axle for brakes, (rotors had plenty left to be turned) $100 for the brake flush, and $75 for a fuel filter. $600 with tax.
My price, $130 for Wagner ceramic pads, fuel filter, and a quart of Dot4. $60 for all 4 rotors turned. just over $200. The back brakes could have waited, but since the back are so easy, and I had to bleed and flush anyway, I did all 4 corners.

I spent an extra $60 on a 3 pound dead blow hammer just in case I needed it for the infamous front rotors, and a set of 3 ton jack stands. My old jack stands are 30 years old, and have long lost the tags for their rating. I used them under the back, along with the jack.

Turned out to go very smooth. Rotors came right off. I did find the drivers side caliper had a small tear in the dust boot, but no leaking brake fluid, so added $9 for a rebuild kit. My wife is a well trained brake bleeding assistant, and we spent about 30 minutes, "pump it up, hold it", until clean fluid came out all 4 corners.

I spent less than half of what Ford wanted, and still have the hammer and jack stands for the next job.
 
Reply
Old Nov 26, 2011 | 05:05 PM
  #2  
EddieBauer02's Avatar
EddieBauer02
Junior User
Joined: Dec 2010
Posts: 57
Likes: 0
"My wife is a well trained brake bleeding assistant, and we spent about 30 minutes, "pump it up, hold it", until clean fluid came out all 4 corners."

preach it! Can't get her to hang out w/ me while doing repairs not requiring her expertise tho lol.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
coolfeet
1968-Present E-Series Van/Cutaway/Chassis
12
Nov 4, 2015 10:26 AM
gkharle
2004 - 2008 F150
7
Jan 12, 2011 11:40 PM
sokoloff
Escape & Escape Hybrid
3
Apr 22, 2006 07:28 AM
jetman4
1997 - 2006 Expedition & Navigator
4
Jul 25, 2004 04:55 PM
RobertH
Excursion - King of SUVs
2
Feb 28, 2004 05:40 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 11:54 AM.

story-0
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-1
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-2
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-3
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-4
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-5
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE
story-6
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

And it might be even better than that.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-18 19:26:42


VIEW MORE
story-7
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

Slideshow: Does lowering an F-150 Lobo RUIN the ride quality?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-18 19:20:37


VIEW MORE
story-8
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

Slideshow: Ford's bizarre fishing-themed Explorer concept has resurfaced after spending decades largely forgotten.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:07:46


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

Slideshow: The 10 best Ford truck engines we miss the most.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 13:09:47


VIEW MORE