Leaking Brake Fluid, Bad Wheel Cylinder

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[@nickbrunette8292]

this video saved me $750 got a beater car that i really dont need back brakes on. thanks dude

[@RBTheMechanic]

Nice good job!!!

[@randellmathews5961]

RB mechanic did help the lady with bad brakes. And I did apologize to him if my comments seemed negative towards him. Mainly my message was for all of the listeners. A good mechanic is as valuable as a good doctor!! Good job R. B.

[@wreckeur9974]

Did the rear brakes on my 11 year old Honda today and found that I had a blown cylinder. This your video was exactly the help I needed to replace it without having to remove the brake hardware. Thanks!

[@pianotennisman]

Thank you for this clear and thorough explanation. I believe that is my car’s issue.

[@TruthSeeeker777]

Great tip on using the pry bars to open up just enough to replace brake cylinder. Thanks!

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yup I use screwdrivers same way

[@TheWilferch]

It's a real trick.....often times a pry bar ( or ANYTHING ELSE !) that is used SLIPS and the brake shoe "horns" spring forward and tear up the dust boot...or maybe even more damage to the cylinder. Time for another cylinder !!!.....even though you attempted to install a new one !!!

[@blackgold2029]

Glad I seen your video. I have been trying to diagnose my issue. I went from it could be the master cylinder to the brake booster, to the caliper seals and now your video describes what's happening to my SUV perfectly! So this is it and now I can fix it!! Thank you so much!

[@mysterionj1659]

You know full well you sent it to get fixed

[@blackgold2029]

@@mysterionj1659 Negative! I actually fixed it myself. If it looks easy, I will attempt it before I spend the money to have someone else do it.

[@gregdelpilar3503]

Very good presentation. Easy to comprehend. Makes the job a little to do. Thanks for sharing.

[@wacoldestv1704]

I really appreciate you taking the time to create this tutorial video. It helped me on my own brake job Much respect from Waco-tx.

[@RBTheMechanic]

No problem!!!

[@MarkTaylor-ty1se]

So helpful. Replaced a cylinder today way easy, Thanks RB!

[@RBTheMechanic]

Glad it helped!

[@eugen3613]

Really helpful mate I'll do it in a few days on my van, thank you 🙏🏽

[@tlowster7931]

Wow. This is exactly what I was looking for

[@whyisthisnottyping]

Thanks for making the video I did my brakes and saved a few hundred dollars. Again thank you

[@RBTheMechanic]

Welcome glad u did this urself

[@jerrybridges691]

Very impressed with instructions. Simple easy to follow expert instruction.

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yupp geat help for every one

[@jefflashley9101]

Thank you sir. You did a great job showing us how to repair this. I appreciate it. Got to do mine tomorrow.Thanks.

[@RBTheMechanic]

No problem update me how it goes

[@mkdowns1]

Excellent step by step video. Very clear instructions. Thanks

[@RBTheMechanic]

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[@wcollins4191]

Hard to believe someone would pass on a brake issue when they know they have issues,. I like watching videos to keep me up to date on my personal vehicles I like doing my own work so these videos help me out.

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yupp now days I refuse jobs if they don’t want it complet I feel guilt and bad for the cars lol

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[@RBTheMechanic]

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[@RBTheMechanic]

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[@BCFreelancer228]

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[@juniorsvlog9724]

Very good . Awesome job

[@therealbabemagnet]

Thanks for the video boss. Ford Taurus has same brakes. Cylinder was busted and so was the adjuster. Couldn’t hold brake fluid leak in 1 day.

[@RBTheMechanic]

No problem 👍

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[@RBTheMechanic]

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[@RBTheMechanic]

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Nice camera shots.

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Nice job, I think you did a great job demonstrating the procedure, I was kinda annoyed with all the ads, but it cool.. the watching the video was worth it.. Maybe the customer felt like you were ripping her off, but clearly it looked like a complete mess... thanks for the video. I'll share it on my facebook.

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Save my life. Thanks.

[@RBTheMechanic]

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[@kylebarcomb6192]

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[@kamarudinmohdsaad9662]

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[@GothicTeaVea]

Brake cylinders are actually quite an expensive and easy to replace.

[@OGSOFA]

Good video homie

[@RBTheMechanic]

Appreciate it!!!

[@meganevans8984]

This video was very helpful and easy to follow! So I have a 1986 Chevy Silverado and the back drivers side wheel is leaking fluid. After I change the cylinder, brake pads, etc. do I have to bleed my brakes on such an old truck or can I pump the brakes to get the fluid going through again.

[@RBTheMechanic]

U have to bleed it

[@fz5179]

Thanks brother ♥️

[@RBTheMechanic]

No problem!!! Glad to help in anyways!!!

[@fz5179]

Actually today I noticed .sometimes when I hit on brake showing handbrake sensor light .then I fill brake fluid .light will disappear ..but today when I check there is leaking in rear wheel ...is this major issue.?.and how about the cost like approximately. ( for mitsubishi lancer 2003)

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@fz5179 brake leaks .... must fix it immediately my friend. Check ur brakes and shoes if they old and bad replace them also so let’s talk price brake cylinder fair job by hood mechanic should be $190 or less cylinder is only lik $15 brake fluid $10 rest is labor however the stump brake shoes and drums $270job

[@dilojansenanayake7795]

The bolt on the (1997 Accord) Brake Power Booster broke while I was tightning the nut during a brake master cylinder replacement. Do I need to replace the entire Brake Power Booster or can I just replace the bolt on the Brake Power Booster ?

[@fatherdougalmcguire9129]

brilliant

[@timothyelizondo2960]

Appreciate you homie!!! This helped my a ton!!

[@RBTheMechanic]

Cool 😎 nice job!!

[@RonsLens]

Thanks for the well lit and well explained video. The ads area small price to pay for the information. I'd do the same (add ads) if I could.

[@Ben-vk9zf]

Thanks! I've been having a leak in my rear passenger side wheel ever since I replaced the front brake pads

[@RBTheMechanic]

Ok it might not be related to doing the brake in front but take a look and repair the leak

[@capharlock1]

How did you done the fluid bleach ?

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@capharlock1 fluid bleach?

[@capharlock1]

@@RBTheMechanic yes after you take the piece en the middle the one has the fluid you say something about about bleach the system

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@capharlock1 I think h mean bleed like bleed the air from the system

[@Cblizy]

Bro I appreciate that you care about her saftey but it's a drum brake. As long as she is not hauling anything she doesn't need it. Stop it from leaking it's fine. 80% of your stopping comes from the front. It's not gonna run away if it keeps pressure

[@RBTheMechanic]

70/30 yes u need back brakes to stop the back force or it will do 360

[@dullaf4099]

The brake fluid will deteriorate the brake shoes due to contamination. The parking brake will be insufficient as well as the pedal brakes. The brake shoes on both wheels need to be changed when replacing any faulty and leaking brake cylinder.

[@lydiahubbell6278]

i was told that worn shoes can make wheel cylinders go bad. i drove on shoes that had worn down to the backing plate. The woman probably couldn’t afford all at once.

[@ryuken0088]

WowGodDamnYoureARetard if you seriously think you don't use the drum brakes every time you stop lmfao. Go drive in the rain with worn to the metal back brakes lmfao

[@chanborinsan8583]

continue this repare please?

[@randellmathews5961]

This video to me is about more than just car maintenance !!!! I’m imagining this lady with other problems in her life, like her eviction coming next week if she doesn’t make it to work this week. I’m would Imagine most people would get a total break job,,, IF THEY HAD THE CASH !!!! Sometimes we’re put in situations where we must drive an unsafe car not by choice. I truly understand the mechanic must follow protocol and maybe have her sign something for his protection . But here’s an opportunity for the mechanic to show a bit of humanity without taking the burden upon him/ or herself. First of all the R B you’re not obligated to express any kind of empathy towards this lady but to leave it open as if to say,,, NOT GETTING THESE Repaire’s is STUPID !! I know you didn’t say that RB . I’m just saying! I see all the 🙏 🙏 and thank god’s in the comments, but how many of us miss the real story here. Maybe he could be looking out for someone changing their brakes prematurely and told he’d save them for her . There are a number of things that could help people besides just praying for them. “ The problem with the world is , thinking that somebody else is going to change it “ Help this lady R B , her next accident might be running into your car.

[@randellmathews5961]

Or at least do it for like 👍🏽 for your channel 👍🏽😁

[@RBTheMechanic]

I did help her the following days I even got her new highlander she had it for over a year she’s super happy and paid $1400 the seller wanted gone he buy Tesla so she was happy super happy

[@randellmathews5961]

@@RBTheMechanic I stand corrected, and I apologize if my reply seemed negative towards you. Good job!

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@randellmathews5961 no it’s good

[@yoyimarti2864]

Bro great video but Damm had to show how to bleed brakes that's a must not everyone knows.👍

[@RBTheMechanic]

I have septet video on that bite sure will do that down the road

[@pablojimenez5736]

Excellent video. My cylinder hissed when pressing the brake and leaked...now my brake fluid reservoir got almost empty. Hoy do I replenish the brake fluid? Just keep adding to the reservoir? Should also bleed the air from the 4 tires...starting from the front?

[@RBTheMechanic]

U have to replace the brakes drum and cylinder then do brake bleeding and flush. Don’t just keep adding it will keep leaking and cause accident

[@marissaboss7135]

I need your help!!! 😢 i have a 2005 Ford Taurus SE. Break fluid low light is on, and break light is on. When I put break fluid in i see it come out from the driver side back wheel.. today i put the car in reverse and it took off super fast. Pedal went straight to the floor. Hit the emergency break and that didn't do anything, not even slow me down!! I had to put the car in park while reversing super fast ... How do i know what needs to be fixed???? A couple months back a friend fixed the driver side back shoe and drum and the cylinder.. But after two days break fluid started leaking the same way again. 🥺🥺🥺🥺 Also I do know that he didn't bleed the breaks after fixing the cylinder.. 😭 what should I do? Replace cylinder again? Replace cylinder, drum, shoe, and caliper???? Or how do I find where the leak is coming from exactly????

[@dahliafairweather351]

Your video was very informative. Thanks for sharing! I have a 1993 ford ranger with a leak. Do I need to change both sides or just one?

[@RBTheMechanic]

I would change both sides knock it out

[@mitchellscottmoreau]

Great video! How do I bleed the brakes after? Thanks.

[@RBTheMechanic]

Have some one pump the brake peddle 2-3 times and hold the peddle firm as u release the pressure from bleeder valve

[@hornafrica7796]

GREAT VIDEO! i am working on my toyota yaris 2007 i am trying to replace the wheel cylinder but the bold that hold the cylinder broke in two pieces adn the thread brake line is toouph to open look like stuck. the other proble i have is i almost remove the shoes below spring but the top spring is givig me hard time what advise u can give me bro thanks

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yeah if u can manger to get the cylinder off then the springs will come off easy if u in do the adjustment screw down to zero and yeah all that gets jammed rusted over time

[@lydiahubbell6278]

my toyota corolla does not have nearly so much room to work with. i could barely get a socket on the bolts.

[@RBTheMechanic]

It’s about similar

[@1EagleDave]

First the biggest problem is the tendency to play with the wheel cylinders pistons by squeezing on the piston pucks when you remove the cylinder from the package with your fingers. Yes its neat to feel the pistons move but you could be doing more harm than good. This action creates the major source of leaks in new wheel cylinders. When the wheel cylinders are compressed with no fluid inside the seal cups have a tendency to disslodge or be displaced from their bore seat especially the smaller cup into the larger bore opening. Once the sealing cup has been displaced it allows fluid to flow around the seal cup and escape thru the clearance between the piston and the cylinder wall. The brake actually works to a degree but the cylinder leaks when the excess fluid finally fills the exterior moisture shield cup. What is the cure? The cure is simple, Don't play with the cylinders when you open the box. But as a precaution and since most of you are somewhat handy with tools and understand mechanical things here are some pointers. When you are replacing wheel cylinders one of the first things you should do after opening the box is to pop the cylinder moisture covers, pop the piston pucks and check the seal cup seats remembering or drawing a diagram of how they were disassembled.. While you have the cylinder opened up lube the seals and side walls with a very light coat of brake fluid and reassemble the parts in the order they were installed. Hint, as you are transitioning from one bore side to the opposite side fill the cavity with a small amount of brake fluid so there will be no air void between the bores. This also speeds up the bleeding process by removing the majority of trapped air. Finish reassembly and clean off all excess or spilled fluid. If you keep the bleeder valve closed no fluid will run out the nippple port and you then can assemble the line to the cylinder and install the shoes. After installing the shoes and the drums you can now go thru the normal brake bleeding process.

[@jessecruz5262]

Nice video. How much would that have cost to actually complete like you wanted too? Both side let’s say.

[@RBTheMechanic]

Both cylinder drums shoes and kit total $700 complet job like solid

[@jessecruz5262]

@@RBTheMechanic thanks for your reply. I have this issue now and got quoted $800 on an even smaller car than the neon.

[@FrankSunga-wq3er]

If this rear break cylinder is not available, what temporarily measures can I take?

[@RBTheMechanic]

It’s avlable online

[@dtaylor224]

I ran though 3 of these from autozone and advanced auto… I installed them, then I pump the brakes and lol the fluid leaks push the seal away😢

[@RBTheMechanic]

Did u replace the drums?

[@ryanf2709]

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[@bobbybrown614]

I got mine apart right now. Was changing the ebrake cable. Anyways it never leaked before but I guess I bumped the cylinder too far to one side and a small amount of brake fluid came out. When I pushed it back in it doesnt leak at all. Do you think I should replace it?

[@RBTheMechanic]

No that usually happnes to me as long as u pushed it right back in and check for leaks after cleaning and bleed the air it might have take in air

[@Italianborn]

I have just changed the shoes and one of the brake piston when pressing on brake goes out always on the same side at the point that fell of and leaks...any suggestion ?

[@RBTheMechanic]

Alessandro Terracciano I have problem like that change the shoes and drums togather drum inner diameter is too big it comes out too far

[@josuecorona8292]

Hello , I got two problems . I replaced the shoe pads month ago . After that I always heard a grinding noice today I have this problem in which I’m about to replace now .do you have an idea what could have caused the grinding notice ?

[@josuecorona8292]

It’s an hhr 2008

[@eyekon_media]

Ok So i found out I had a break leak, Same symptoms you said, LEaking fluid, I put 1 bottle in the next day low break fluid. I had give back and today it's mushy and no give back. i noticed i have fluid leaking on my back right tire and no other side. If i do this should it fix the problem? Do you refill fluid and push breaks or will they go back to normal?

[@RBTheMechanic]

Once u fix the leak you have to bleed the brake system

[@luciana_nemes]

Great video. When I replaced the drum and shoes one side of the cylinder popped out. Now when I push on brake pedal it goes all the way down to the floor sometimes and not stopping the car right. Feels spongy/mushy also. Do I need to replace the cylinder or just bleed? What could it be? Doesn't feel too safe to drive

[@RBTheMechanic]

If the cylinder looks good no fluid is leaking bleed the air from that one side and see how it effected if good you fine otherwise wise it sounds like maybe bad master cylinder

[@luciana_nemes]

@@RBTheMechanic I didn't have any brake issues before replacing the drum and shoes. A piece of the cylinder popped out. So I'm thinking this is the issue. Would the master cylinder go back after replacing the brakes? Would it be safe to drive to go to the mechanic?

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@luciana_nemes well any brake issue is not safe so try bleeding the air before anything I wouldn’t drive it if ur taking it to mechanic have it towed

[@Ken-kb6yb]

I had same issues , installing drum shoes one side cylinder popped out 😢

[@luciana_nemes]

@@Ken-kb6yb I put it back together and flushed the break fluid from all wheels. It resolved my problem. When the cylinder pops out it kinda loses the pressure and air gets in there so you have to flush afterwards.

[@1mustardtiger]

4:10 Someone casually drives in a pond??????

[@RBTheMechanic]

It’s brake dust and oil leak

[@razerburn4216]

I have a ram 1500 and I'm getting fluid splatter on my body of my truck would my cylinders be bad ? I'm very disappointed I've only had the truck for a month

[@RBTheMechanic]

If u for drums in the back most likely it’s the cylinders

[@AwesomenessIskey]

Do aftermarket wheel cylinders fail often? I've tried a few and I've had some leak or after a year get seized

[@RBTheMechanic]

I never had that issue I use aftermarket lasts for years and years I still have person comming to me from 2014 and no leak

[@RBTheMechanic]

@Penny Neiman caliper or cylinder u should not have any leaks tho

[@RBTheMechanic]

@Penny Neiman not sure why they would say that I never had that type of issue it could be that it has oil sitting there and when boot was pushed it squared out but anyways it shouldn’t leak clean it up and then keep an eye on it once ur sure it’s not leaking then u should be good!!

[@joehyundaitech7961]

if that was my car or my family i would have changed the brake shoes when brake fluid gets in the lining you can spray them down with brake cleaner but it won't be like before the leak you won't get it all out the idea is not to let it go to long on a leaking wheel cylinder or it will get on the shoe lining

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yup I did recommend it to the customer

[@osbaldogervacio3533]

Looking to buy a 1998 Honda Civic Ex, but the Honda has a brake leak fluid from the rear of the brakes? How much will it cost me to get it fix?

[@RBTheMechanic]

If it got drum brakes the cylinder and brakes I would do ur looking at like $300 for brakes and drum job and cylinder is $15 labor $160 with bleeding I would do both side cylinders once brakes are off

[@Skull0023]

Is it right? if the cylinder not ok anymore you will open the seal there is a fluid? And when the cylinder ok even you open the both seal doesnt have a fluid?

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yes that means cylinder is leaking if u see fluid there

[@Skull0023]

@@RBTheMechanic thank sir

[@laramiewatson9679]

I changed my rear breaks and drum. And in the process for some reason one side of the rubber boot on the cylinder fell out with a spring attachment to it. I attempted to put it back together and when all said and done. The break pedal is spongy???

[@RBTheMechanic]

Laramie Watson you have air in the system bleed the brake line it should go back to normal

[@laramiewatson9679]

Thank you

[@hopelove1595]

👍

[@jacobgilreath16]

My car has a similar issue. Do you mind me asking what the estimate was for the total cost if you can remember? Just curious.

[@RBTheMechanic]

Around $400 brakes drum and cylinder to do it 100% solid but if u do it urself total parts would be around $90

[@jacobgilreath16]

@@RBTheMechanic I appreciate it man!

[@user-cx4cv3dj4z]

hello sir just replaced my mitsubishi mirage brake cylinder brake line broke replace,just realised after few days spilage of the brake fluid again what could it be

[@RBTheMechanic]

Did u check the inner diameter of the drum I had similar issue the drum was worn out so much that brakes shoes hard to travel lot but the cylinder was maxed out

[@oddballbrutalbeats3969]

What if its leaking and I hear the brakes grind when I push them is that the cylinder?

[@RBTheMechanic]

Well u got to open it up to see what it is it can be leaking and ur brake cylinder leaking or somthing broke inside

[@madkatblitz]

Do i have to drain all my remaining fluid before removing cylinder? Because i just added a fluid without knowing the cause til i find this guide. Thanks mate.

[@RBTheMechanic]

U don’t have to drain it that would add air just replace it as it drips then bleed it

[@madkatblitz]

@@RBTheMechanic thanks

[@mrfreeman1763]

You can use a hose clamp to keep the rest of the fluid from coming out while changing it. You'll still need to add brake fluid to the system and bleed the air out of it.

[@derekgss4240]

How can I pinch my line on the rear side leading to the cylinder

[@RBTheMechanic]

I don’t think u can it’s solid line u can go buy the tool it’s like $5 it plastic nipple that clips on to the top

[@Coste1072]

Good video. Brake fluid from my 1982 F150 leaks only from the front part of the reservoir. I was told by my buddy that it means that the leak is on my front wheels. Is he right?

[@RBTheMechanic]

Not sure if he’s correct u got to physically check it cuz the reservoir had 2 section so he’s just being too book smart even me as mechanic for 12 year wouldn’t think that but he has good theory since they divide front and back. Now new cars it’s one right one left so just check to see where the leak is

[@Coste1072]

@@RBTheMechanic Thanks RB. Will do. One final Q; The front brakes on my truck are disc not drum like the brakes in your video. Is the cylinder replacement similar or different? I probably should do what you recommend and replace the entire unit right? Do you have a video for disc brakes?

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@Coste1072 yea these are rear brakes front are disc brakes u have caliper in front u can watch my caliper videos

[@autostationfanatic]

What vehicle is this? Is this the same for a 1987 Toyota pickup 4x4?

[@RBTheMechanic]

Aliy's Adventure should be similar this was dodge neon 2000

[@angelahighwolf]

Wow...those shoes are shot.

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yup

[@rachelmarquez7546]

I will like ask you that yesterday I was driving my car then out of no were it started link brake fluid from driver back brake I am not sure what is but has all around the trie and on disc it's a 2001 Honda crv

[@RBTheMechanic]

But do check where the leak is could be cylinder or brake line

[@UFCvlogs]

Very nice good work❤

[@RBTheMechanic]

Thank you

[@UFCvlogs]

Oh thank you for reply i am very happy to see your reply

[@UFCvlogs]

i have 2005 Toyota Prius, a coolant pipe leaking and no coolant in hybrid coolant now

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@UFCvlogs check for coolant leaks should be easy to find simple car to work on

[@UFCvlogs]

Dear send me video link for hybrid coolant

[@lydiahubbell6278]

Dodge Neon.

[@hendricks177]

Is this the same thing for a 91 Ford f350?

[@RBTheMechanic]

Well all frame brakes are same theory but might have diffrent set up of springs so what I usully do is keep one side Intact so I can follow how the set up is

[@dereckc9469]

how much more were you gonna charge her for shoes?

[@RBTheMechanic]

Usully shoes drum and hardware is like $280

[@ProjectPhilosophica]

Hey, is replacing the cylinder the only option when it leaks?

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yup if the cylinder is leaking it’s only option cylinder is like $20 the repair kit wouldn’t be good idea

[@ProjectPhilosophica]

@@RBTheMechanic appreciate it

[@virginiawilliams8947]

Mine are leaking from the inside. What all am I replacing?? I have to order parts. Stranded 2 hours from home. I’m fixing it myself because of cash flow

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yeah replace it

[@virginiawilliams8947]

Replace what? The brakes or brake cylinder ?? Please be specific about part’s with me. I’m a newby at all this, but willing to jump in and get dirty due to no $$$$

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@virginiawilliams8947 if it was my car both cuz once fluid gets on it just stays in the pad safety first money later

[@Hoovaducelane]

If I got this right, I need a bucket, a 10mm wrench, brake cleaner, and the new cylinders.

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yup

[@Hoovaducelane]

The 10 mm just spinning off

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@Hoovaducelane if it rusted it could be smaller size try 9 or 8

[@Hoovaducelane]

I tried the 8mm and 9mm first thing I thought it was I'm hit it with heat tomorrow and a wobble bit

[@k.d.brouneus6415]

Spanx man

[@brimlife6622]

What do you mean you don’t feel comfortable doing the job if you see something that you don’t agree with as a mechanic you should give this customer advice possibly maybe even recommend them changing from drum to disc brakes may be give them the advice about possibly purchasing the conversion kit, so the next time you don’t have to deal with this

[@RBTheMechanic]

Usully people come to me with $150 for brakes and if I tell them 151 they move to the next shop they need to make mechanic union even autozone has mechaninc in front of store I rather do it correct and charge my honest labor and if they don’t like it it’s good bye