Date: Thu, 05 Jan 2006 14:22:34 -0500 From: Fred W <Malt_Houndnospamm-me-not*yahoo.com> Subject: Re: Diagnosis help...
MainerInMass wrote: > 2002 93, 67k miles > > When moving, it sounds as if there's a steady brake squeak coming from > the right front. After driving for ~5 mins, strong brake smell coming > from right front. I have heard everything from a CV joint (inner OR > outer), wheel bearing, and a frozen brake caliper. > > 1) diagnosis? > > 2) cost to repair? > > Thanks for any advice...I feel like the Boston mechanics are trying to > scam me for more $ than I need to spend. > Sounds a lot like a frozen brake caliper. Rebuilt, or even new, calipers are not that expensive and are relatively easy (low labor time) to install. -- -Fred W