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Re: [Camry] front brakes replaced 1997 camry

Robin, I have used aftermarket brakes with no issues. Just so that you are aware that you get what you pay for. I use pads made from ceramic semi-metallic, and they have lasted for over 65k miles.
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Mon Jan 12, 2009 9:32 pm

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Hi All, I just found out that I have to have my front brakes replaced.. only 20 percent left. Does anyone know if it makes a big diffence if I have Toyota...
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Jan 12, 2009
9:15 pm

 This message is "Paul baite". Go head Paul with your usual "Toyota-quality" spiel! ... From: maxizzi <maxizzi@...> Subject: [Camry] front brakes replaced...
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Jan 12, 2009
9:21 pm

Robin, I have used aftermarket brakes with no issues. Just so that you are aware that you get what you pay for. I use pads made from ceramic semi-metallic,...
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tommero
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Jan 12, 2009
9:32 pm

Musi, Thank you for your good information. I'm going to find out if this mechanic can put ceramic semi-metallic brake pads on my car.. Really appreciate this...
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Jan 12, 2009
9:39 pm

I have used Toy and NAPA; NAPA works just fine. However, with Toy pads, you get the clips and shims. Not so with NAPA, so save the parts you removed when you...
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Jan 12, 2009
9:40 pm

... Chances are "the mechanic I've used" wouldn't want to just replace the pads because that job doesn't require much labor. So chances are he would also want...
Paul Cherubini
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Jan 12, 2009
9:53 pm

 Paul, let's get real!  It seems as though you are really ignorant of shop practices. Very few shops will install pads "brought to them". The liability...
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Jan 12, 2009
10:02 pm

... I concede you are likely right on that point. Toyota dealers and Toyota Specialty Shops, on the other hand, will gladly install pads "brought to them" as...
Paul Cherubini
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