Is there sometimes a problem doing the front brakes?
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Is there sometimes a problem doing the front brakes?
I was talking to a mechanic I know about my '99 and we got to talking about certain problems of the Expedition.
One he said was a front end problem.I think he said ball joints or A-Frame.I don't remember.
The other problem is the rotor rusts and bonds to the hub or something.An expensive repair labor wise separating the rotor or buying rotors.
Anyone hear or experience either problem?
One he said was a front end problem.I think he said ball joints or A-Frame.I don't remember.
The other problem is the rotor rusts and bonds to the hub or something.An expensive repair labor wise separating the rotor or buying rotors.
Anyone hear or experience either problem?
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Is there sometimes a problem doing the front brakes?
Originally posted by Fordcr
do a search on rotors, lots of people have had this happen...
do a search on rotors, lots of people have had this happen...
WOW!Thanks.
Seems my mechanic was right.
I'll keep an eye on the pads and change then before the rotors get scuffed up.
Think that's a good idea?
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Is there sometimes a problem doing the front brakes?
Usually, and I stress USUALLY, one can get by with one pad change before the rotors need turning. If you don't have warped rotors then you should be able to repace the pads in no time at all.
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Is there sometimes a problem doing the front brakes?
My shop recommended Wagner pads...head tech said they are the best. I put a set of the Wagner pads (~$65) on the front of my Expy and really like them. I'd also heard a bunch of people on these boards speak highly of the Carbon Metallics (~$50) so I put a set of those on the back. Everything works perfectly and the brake dust is much less than the stockers.
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Is there sometimes a problem doing the front brakes?
Originally posted by buzzard
My shop recommended Wagner pads...head tech said they are the best. I put a set of the Wagner pads (~$65) on the front of my Expy and really like them. I'd also heard a bunch of people on these boards speak highly of the Carbon Metallics (~$50) so I put a set of those on the back. Everything works perfectly and the brake dust is much less than the stockers.
My shop recommended Wagner pads...head tech said they are the best. I put a set of the Wagner pads (~$65) on the front of my Expy and really like them. I'd also heard a bunch of people on these boards speak highly of the Carbon Metallics (~$50) so I put a set of those on the back. Everything works perfectly and the brake dust is much less than the stockers.
Thanks Jim.
The Wagner's wuill be the choice.
Standard Wagners or a upgrade version?
Aslo I see you got a Sequoia.
Great vehicle.
My son in law has a 2001 woth 41000 miles with one problem.
Really built well and solid.
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Is there sometimes a problem doing the front brakes?
Originally posted by redvet
Thanks Jim.
The Wagner's wuill be the choice.
Standard Wagners or a upgrade version?
Aslo I see you got a Sequoia.
Great vehicle.
My son in law has a 2001 woth 41000 miles with one problem.
Really built well and solid.
Thanks Jim.
The Wagner's wuill be the choice.
Standard Wagners or a upgrade version?
Aslo I see you got a Sequoia.
Great vehicle.
My son in law has a 2001 woth 41000 miles with one problem.
Really built well and solid.
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Is there sometimes a problem doing the front brakes?
Thanks Jim.
I'm presently looking into Raybestos QS ceramic pads.Looking for opinions tho.
Jim,did you do the running board bulb change yet?
You were thinking about it.
I'm presently looking into Raybestos QS ceramic pads.Looking for opinions tho.
Jim,did you do the running board bulb change yet?
You were thinking about it.
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Is there sometimes a problem doing the front brakes?
Originally posted by redvet
Thanks Jim.
I'm presently looking into Raybestos QS ceramic pads.Looking for opinions tho.
Jim,did you do the running board bulb change yet?
You were thinking about it.
Thanks Jim.
I'm presently looking into Raybestos QS ceramic pads.Looking for opinions tho.
Jim,did you do the running board bulb change yet?
You were thinking about it.
Haven't done anything recently except change the coolant.....too damn hot around here.
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