It’s not all smooth sailing. On average, installing new parts is much easier than removing old, rusty ones. Brakes are one of those more challenging systems to work on though, and refreshing the brakes on the del Sol was filled with challenges and failures. At least some of the failures weren’t my fault. Rebuilding Drum… Continue reading Brakes & Mistakes
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How Cheap Brakes Cost Me $1900
Whenever I buy a used car, one of the first maintenance jobs I like to do is a full brake replacement. The kind of cars I buy usually have worn out brakes when I get them, so it’s often necessary for safety. The Accent’s brakes were a bit worn and rusty and, given the low… Continue reading How Cheap Brakes Cost Me $1900