mrfixit
Chief Chaotic Engineer
There is more to a man doing his own work, than simply saving his money or his machismo. Not only do you KNOW you've done it "By the book" with a quality manual by your side, but you also take the time to look beyond the simple procedure, looking over other components that you might not have the time or even opportunity to look at otherwise.
There are steering knuckles, bushings and potential leaks to be spotted that the Brake Shop might not either notice or mention since it might be out or their realm of service. To me, THAT is far riskier than turning it over to the corner brake shop just because it seems a little intimidating.
No doubt, there are fine shops and mechanics all over. I have a couple that I would trust with anything. But the truth of the matter is, these guys are booked solid. Why? because they have EARNED the very reputation I speak of and the respect I hold for them.
That being said, if you can book the appointment, and can get by leaving your vehicle, it's not a BAD idea to use competent mechanics in critical areas where your, my, OUR expertise falls off. I, for one, will not mess with the inner workings of an automatic transmission, not just because I haven't DONE it.... I have watched one rebuilt from the valve body on up and realized in that moment I do not have the patience or ability to keep all those balls, springs, clips, clutch rings etc in order and so neat and clean as a pro. But I WILL pull it out and take it TO him~!
Brakes are not so complicated. If you can take your time, follow instructions, and listen to the advice here on FTF you can do this and more. Just make sure to ask a lot of questions of trusted associates... AHEM... you will find them here.
There are steering knuckles, bushings and potential leaks to be spotted that the Brake Shop might not either notice or mention since it might be out or their realm of service. To me, THAT is far riskier than turning it over to the corner brake shop just because it seems a little intimidating.
No doubt, there are fine shops and mechanics all over. I have a couple that I would trust with anything. But the truth of the matter is, these guys are booked solid. Why? because they have EARNED the very reputation I speak of and the respect I hold for them.
That being said, if you can book the appointment, and can get by leaving your vehicle, it's not a BAD idea to use competent mechanics in critical areas where your, my, OUR expertise falls off. I, for one, will not mess with the inner workings of an automatic transmission, not just because I haven't DONE it.... I have watched one rebuilt from the valve body on up and realized in that moment I do not have the patience or ability to keep all those balls, springs, clips, clutch rings etc in order and so neat and clean as a pro. But I WILL pull it out and take it TO him~!
Brakes are not so complicated. If you can take your time, follow instructions, and listen to the advice here on FTF you can do this and more. Just make sure to ask a lot of questions of trusted associates... AHEM... you will find them here.