All you brake expert, please advice
05-30-2006, 03:13 AM
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All you brake expert, please advice
I posted earlier about my gf's 2005 brake caliper that I messed up, I am about to purchase a brand new OEM caliper but before I order, I want to check with you guys. Is there any shop in S Cali that I can get the caliper rebuilt? What happened was I took off the two bolts on the front face of the caliper and brake fluid leak out...stupid me yeah....so now it lost the pressure and brake is gone. The shop told me I have to replace the whole caliper...anyone know of a way to fix it? The caliper costs $550 they quoted me. Any input is greatly appreciated.
05-30-2006, 04:48 AM
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This fellow can fix any brake problem, but don't know if he does Benz. He might know someone who does......
Power Brake Service
Long Beach, CA 90802
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Power Brake Service
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 983-1060
05-30-2006, 01:39 PM
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Hey thanks alot, I called them and they said yeah they can get it fixed. Saved me hundreds !!! Thanks
05-30-2006, 10:35 PM
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Are you serious? I dont know I got the price from the shop and they said they got the quote from the stealer...its an OEM for 2005 tho. They trying to rip me off?
05-31-2006, 10:41 PM
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I know that, I checked with MB parts...they no longer make the kit. I called dozens of brake service place they could not find any rebuild kit for this car. Only luck I had was with Power Brake. I wonder how they can do it, but I already sent them the caliper and just crossing my fingers.
