Binding Brakes

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Binding Brakes

Post by cal » Sat Jul 17, 2010 5:53 pm

Went have a look to see what was causing the brakes to bind on slightly and found that the brakes are definitely needing replaced. I know they can be ordered up on the internet but as time is short can anybody say if the likes of Kwick Fit stock pads and shoes.
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Re: Binding Brakes

Post by dandemann8 » Sat Jul 17, 2010 7:40 pm

I wouldn't let Kwik-Fit change my dog's water let alone my brakes.
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Re: Binding Brakes

Post by mikexgough » Sat Jul 17, 2010 9:42 pm

dandemann8 wrote:I wouldn't let Kwik-Fit change my dog's water let alone my brakes.
I wouldn't let their children play with my Bongo....let alone fit tyres etc.....to it.....

You can DIY them in an hour all round...inc adjusting your handbrake...
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Re: Binding Brakes

Post by mister munkey » Sat Jul 17, 2010 9:50 pm

After recent experience, I'd avoid KF, unless you want a tyre for a Micra or your air con to be screwed up.

Its likely to be either handbrake shoes sticking or calipers needing a clean up. Any sensible garage should be able to sort it for about an hours labour charge.
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Re: Binding Brakes

Post by ste » Sun Jul 18, 2010 12:16 am

very easy job if your a bit handy??

if not go to a trusted local garage.. its bread and butter stuff.

























.......................but not QUICK FIT/ATS/HALFORDS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Re: Binding Brakes

Post by cal » Sun Jul 18, 2010 12:23 am

Right thats Kwick Fit scored of the map. Thanks for the feed back.
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