Venting - Grumble, Grumble (1 Viewer)

[CDN_Cruiser]

I just got off the phone with the Lexus dealer - I really need a garage to do my own work! Synth oil change, fix Airbag light and *gulp* need to redo all 4 rotors and pads (had this done with OEM parts but non-Toyota dealer within 25,000KM) - pads yes, but rotors ?! = C$2,500!

What fun. Keep dry all those to the Southeast.

Cheers, Hugh

 

[Scamper]

Sounds like a major hosing to me. I don't know what C$2500 equate to these days ($1800? ish), but the rotors and pads should be no more than $600US. You can figure the rest is: 8qts of oil and a light bulb, then a ton of labor. Yeah...you need a garage, or a local mech that will treat you better.

 

[cruiserdan]

Hugh, rotors don't normally die that quickly. Why do they say you need them? ???

 

[CDN_Cruiser]

I agree waaaay toooo soon. They said the rear was from worn pads rubbing the rotors (strange absolutely no sound, but remember my brake fluid was low ~ 1month ago) and frnt rust bands (they said lack of use) that wore pads and then the rotors. I have all the rotors, I'll have a closer look when I'm back in town after the weekend.

I did buy some very fancy Toyota windshield wiper blades - very nice

One question - How should I treat the new pads and rotors. Do I hammer them to 'seat them', take it easy,....?

Cheers, Hugh

 

[IdahoDoug]

I put new Toyota rotors on about a year ago myself for $320. The rears took about 20 minutes per side (rotors slide off the wheel studs with a single hammer whack). The fronts required a wheel bearing repack and took about 30 minutes per side. I think I pay about $40 for a pair of Toyota pads, so around $400 total. I'd think the airbag light would be warranted as it's part of your vehicle's passive restraint system. And my Mobil 1 oil changes cost me about $45 with fresh Toyota filter. So, you're getting nicely hosed. Try going to a Toyota dealer instead of the Lexu$ dealer.....

IdahoDoug

 

[MTNRAT]

If you cannot find a good mech out east come to Fernie B.C.. I have a great mech that is very fair. He put in new 4.88s front and rear and did the birfs for $898.50 cdn. labour. Check with other cruiser people in your area 40s 60s whatever. They will know where the good mechanics are. You don't need a dealer.
Sean

 

[cruiserdan]

[quote author=MTNRAT link=board=2;threadid=5410;start=msg42837#msg42837 date=1063947134] You don't need a dealer.
Sean
[/quote]

Oh, really?........... :'(

 

[MTNRAT]

OH, except for parts of course. :whoops:
Sean

 

[landtank]

[quote author=IdahoDoug link=board=2;threadid=5410;start=msg42831#msg42831 date=1063946578]
The rears took about 20 minutes per side (rotors slide off the wheel studs with a single hammer whack). [/quote]


For what it's worth there is 2 threaded holes on those rear rotors so you can thread in a couple of bolts and use it as it's own puller. Works pretty slick.

 

[Desertmaster]

CDN_Cruiser,

If I were you I would drive my truck over to a Toyota dealership and have them quote you on the work, you will be amazed how much $$$ you are going to save, I learned this one the hard way.

I know you have the Lexus emblem, but they can reference the parts for you and perform the job without any issues.


Hope this helps

Al

 

[CDN_Cruiser]

Yes, I've tried to go to a Toyota dealer, but they generally will not touch the truck. I think they have likely been given 'guidance' that they can't divert the work from Toyota (no LC sold in Canada). That being said, I have had it serviced up at our cottage for C$65/hr (~US$45), bit no competing Lexus dealers!

Cheers, Hugh

 

[IdahoDoug]

You might also find that the Lexus and Toyota dealerships are owned by the same person - common in the U.S.

 

[lx450landcruiser]

From what i understand 80's seem to go through pad quite often how come no one makes cross drilled rotors? the 100's have them?

 

[nakman]

450cruiser, you mean rotors like these? http://www.man-a-fre.com/parts_accessories/brakes.htm#dbarotors