70,000km euro service just completed

[adamc11]

Firstly, I think you got ripped off with the rear pads.

Yes it would seem so. From now on i think i will just take my car in for it's service at honda every 10k, if they ring me and say that something needs to be done like brakes, i'll say leave it and then i'll do it myself. That way the book gets stamped and they will have let me know if something needs to be done

To change the rotors do you need a torque wrench?

[Adrian128]

Well i've never seen my other mechanics do this, so they either don't charge it or they include it in their price markups. One thing i have noticed from comparing my parents C&P receipts and mine is that they seem to have fixed prices for things, i.e. changing the brakes was $105 for both cars, they don't just make it up as they go or adjust parts prices and labour prices like your local mechanics might.

Most mechanics just include it in the price..dealers usually charge you for everything, and that's how they make their money. Dealers also usually charge set rates for certain services, whereas your local mechanic will charge you labour per hour..because some cars are much harder (or easier) to work on.

[Adrian128]

To change the rotors do you need a torque wrench?

Well, it's always handy to have a good torque wrench in your toolbox.. but, you don't really need it to change rotors...just a big phillips screwdriver, hammer, and a decent socket/wrench set.

[adamc11]

Well, it's always handy to have a good torque wrench in your toolbox.. but, you don't really need it to change rotors...just a big phillips screwdriver, hammer, and a decent socket/wrench set.

Any recommendations on a good torque wrench without spending a ridiculous amount? What do you need the phillips head for? The only sockets i have are cheap nasty ones, been looking at buying either a bahco metric set, total tools, kincrome or sidcrome. There are also repco ones but i think they are expensive for repco brand, too many to choose from.

[Adrian128]

The big Phillips head screwdriver is for removing the 2 screws that hold the rotors in place. After removing the caliper assembly (2 bolts on the back) you tap the screws with the screwdriver (using the hammer) to loosen them up, then just remove the screws.

[MR_LATE]

Yea I'm talking about really really cheap rotors

[aaronng]

can someone explain to a n00b like me what does this mean "Workshop and environmental charges: $15"

what exactly am i paying for when i see this. the dealers cant give me a straight answer, so just wondering if anyone can point me into the right direction

That's for disposing your old oil. However, in reality it costs much less than that.
My council waste management centre takes up to 10 litres at a time for zero dollars.

[aaronng]

To change the rotors do you need a torque wrench?

No, the only part that I torque up would be the wheelnuts and that is with my human torque wrench.

There is no space to get a standard 1/2" drive torque wrench into the wheelwell to do up the caliper bracket and the caliper mounting bolts.

To remove rotors, you will need an impact screwdriver ($20 and you use a hammer to operate it. It's shitty), or a cheapo impact screwdriver. I use a cheap $90 Ozito that I have lying around for assembling my Ikea furniture. Just need a size #2 or #3 phillips screw head.

[adamc11]

No, the only part that I torque up would be the wheelnuts and that is with my human torque wrench.

There is no space to get a standard 1/2" drive torque wrench into the wheelwell to do up the caliper bracket and the caliper mounting bolts.

To remove rotors, you will need an impact screwdriver ($20 and you use a hammer to operate it. It's shitty), or a cheapo impact screwdriver. I use a cheap $90 Ozito that I have lying around for assembling my Ikea furniture. Just need a size #2 or #3 phillips screw head.

Would an impact driver with a strong impact screw bit work? I have a Makita BHP454 hammer drill with batteries and charge, i could either of these

http://www.makita.com.au/products/lx...driver?Prodid=

http://www.makita.com.au/products/lx...wrench?Prodid=

I think for the BTW251Z though i would need an adapter to for in a screw bit.

[adamc11]

well it not does big of a deal for the timing belt but also check it first for it need replacement or repair to prevent further damage. here are some guide you can use for checking and to know how to replace a timing belt on your own.

I don't understand what your saying.

[sensei_]

That's for disposing your old oil. However, in reality it costs much less than that.
My council waste management centre takes up to 10 litres at a time for zero dollars.

Fair call. I guess its like the tire disposal fees.

I remember being charged $10 for a tire that I requested to be put back in the car (use in my garden).

[aaronng]

Would an impact driver with a strong impact screw bit work? I have a Makita BHP454 hammer drill with batteries and charge, i could either of these

http://www.makita.com.au/products/lx...driver?Prodid=

http://www.makita.com.au/products/lx...wrench?Prodid=

I think for the BTW251Z though i would need an adapter to for in a screw bit.

BHP454Z is not really suitable. It is a hammer drill for drilling masonry......
BTP140Z is cheaper and more straightforward. However, for car use, the BTW251Z is great for everything else since it has a 1/2" square drive. It is very expensive though, I expect it to cost AU$600.

Personally, a $90 Ozito or some cheapo brand will work since this will not be for constant high stress use.