studshark

I got quoted $720 at my local Lexus dealership to replace all 4 breaks. Quick Google look up yield average $60 per pair online pads pricing (making about $120-$160 for all 4). Has anyone did it? What pads brand you've used? Should I even try it? I am afraid of TPS (tire pressure sensor issues I keep reading). Any advices appreciated.

Hermosa

Why would you have TPS issues when changing brakes? I never had.

TLW

Have you done brakes before?

JohnnyCake

Plus, are you set up to check the runout of the rotors and turn them if necessary (assuming that our rotors can be turned)?

studshark

Yes, in older volvos and hondas
I cannot turn rotors - just buy new ones

guyc

I just got quoted $390 from a very reputable local mechanic for rotors and pads all around so I think you should keep looking.

Lexiss_sc430

iTrader: (2)

Where in CA are you locted?

If you are in LA and need some help let me know.
You could drop by my house and we could have it done in an hour.

keeper15

Now thats what this board is about...

97-SC300

iTrader: (17)

dealers will always overcharge you. if you dont know hot to cut rotors and can afford to buy new then the whole job is a piece of cake.

SledDriver

A proper brake job consist of more than just pads.

Plus I doubt the dealer is using bargin basement priced/quality pads.

Checkout the price of EBC Yellow, Red or Green pads for example.

TPS would only be a problem if you removed all four wheels & reinstalled them in different locations.

By asking the question I wouldn't think you are qualified to perform the job. Just because you have mechanical skills doesn't mean you know what you’re looking at.

Are the shims & springs in good shape? How about the caliper seals? Are you going flush & fill the brake fluid? Do you know how to properly bleed the brakes? You can have the rotors turned if they are within specs.

Yep, great price for a nice set of Chinese rotors & Pads............

But hey, they come with a lifetime warranty........

Your LIFETIME.

keeper15

Pads replacement is not brain surgery....

Chinese pads on japanese car....Hmmmmmmmm