2003 Ram 1500 Brakes

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Tafmanian Devil - 26 Jul 2006 18:32 GMT

Hi Everyone,

I'm new to this website and I have a question about brakes and rotors for
anyone who knows about this stuff. I have 40K miles on my Ram 1500 SLT4X4 4.
7L and I noticed that the brakes were shaking and felt like they were going
to explode when I slowed to around 40 and 20 mph. It started around 3K miles
ago and kept getting worse. I had the same thing happen around 20K miles and
the dealership took care of it but now it is back and since the warranty is
expired I have to get this fixed. I took it to a MIDAS shop near my apartment
and the mechanic there told me that I needed new rotors and break pads for
all 4 tires. Truth be told, I dont know sh.t about automechanics and pricing.
I saw the TSB that another user posted about the brakes and the mechanic also
mentioned that to me. Does it sound right that the front and rear rotors and
brake pads would need to be replaced and if so how much should something like
this cost? Any advice is appreciated.....

Taf

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HomeBrewer - 26 Jul 2006 19:00 GMT

I just replaced my pads on my 04 Ram and it cost me ~ $140, but I did the
work. I had the rotors turned at the part store for $20 each. If your rotors
are not able to be turned, you can buy new one for ~ $30-$40 each. Rears
should be cheaper. Pads can range from $30 to $80. If you get cermamic they
will be more. I got semi-metallic for $45 a set. Labor rates vary - but
expect $50-$60 /hr. and this is probably a 2 hour job.

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Tafmanian Devil - 27 Jul 2006 14:00 GMT

Thanks

>I just replaced my pads on my 04 Ram and it cost me ~ $140, but I did the
>work. I had the rotors turned at the part store for $20 each. If your rotors
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