retrobalmer wrote:
> I have a 1970 S&S Cadillac Victoria hearse that is in need of a complete
> brake job. Can any of you experts give me a vague idea of how much to
budget
> for this? This relic is a joy to drive but the brakes are getting weak.
If you're going to do this yourself, Kanter has a kit of parts for about
$130
for your car (my catalog is old). This includes pads and shoes for all
four
wheels, all springs and small hardware, the brake hoses connecting the
front
wheels to the lines, and rebuild kits for the wheel cylinders and master
cylinder. You should also count on having the drums and rotors turned.
If you're planning on having it done, you're at the mercy of the shop. My
experience is that the chain brake shops will replace parts that don't
need it
and overcharge for labor. With these outfits, they will replace the rotors
instead of turn them, and you will be in the $500 ballpark. You would be
better
off with a good general mechanic, if you know of one.
George Patterson
Worry doesn't improve the future; it just ruins the present.
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