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Old Dec 28, 2004 | 10:11 AM
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Im in the market for new rotors and pads... I could always go to my local Honda dealer, but Midas would be MUCH cheaper. Any suggestions?
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Old Dec 28, 2004 | 10:19 AM
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Would you wanna try to change them yourself? Its supposed to be a good DIY job.
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Old Dec 28, 2004 | 11:06 AM
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This is not UTH material as per:
https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=247214
Moving to S2000 Talk.
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Old Dec 28, 2004 | 11:20 AM
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i had an experience with them
i took my Dad's X5 to the BMW dealer and they said the front brake pads needs to be changed immediately .... they would charge 350 bucks for the labor and parts
i thought that is too much so i took it to midas they said it doesnt have to be replaced the pads are still good .... i was like ok...
i think they are honest but i dont know the quality of the job they do
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Old Dec 28, 2004 | 01:15 PM
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Brake pads and rotors are simple replacements needing nothing more than what it takes to remove a rim and then two sockets for your ratchet. This is a great DIY, and the amount of superfulous work done when it comes to breaks is a testament to shady mechanics everywhere.
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Old Dec 28, 2004 | 01:25 PM
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You are in Teaneck, NJ?
If you aren't into DIY I would take it to Billman250:
https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=182353
Very fair pricing from a top notch mechanic/S2K owner.
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Old Dec 28, 2004 | 03:59 PM
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You get what you pay for.

I would never take my car to midas.
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Old Dec 28, 2004 | 04:50 PM
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Midas uses the lowest quality parts available, I would never take a car I cared about to them.
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Old Dec 28, 2004 | 05:06 PM
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Heck if you lived near me I would change your brakes out for 20 bux.
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