Brakes and suspension in Moolap, Geelong
Brake pads, rotors and fluid, shocks, bushes and steering parts. We tell you how much life is left, not just that they need doing.
Brake work
- Brake pad replacement
- Rotors machined or replaced
- Brake fluid service
- Calipers and brake hoses
- Handbrake adjustment
- ABS fault finding
Signs your brakes need attention
- Squealing or grinding when you brake
- Shudder through the pedal or steering wheel
- Car pulls to one side under brakes
- Soft or spongy pedal
- Brake warning light on
- Taking longer to stop
Not due yet? We'll say so.We measure pads and rotors with the wheels off. One customer came in expecting new pads and left knowing they had about 10,000 km left.
Suspension and steering
- Shock absorbers and struts
- Bushes and sway bar links
- Ball joints and tie rod ends
- Wheel bearings
- CV joints and boots
- Power steering leaks
Signs the suspension is worn
- Knocking or clunking over bumps
- Car keeps bouncing after a bump
- Tyres wearing unevenly
- Steering feels vague or wanders
- Nose dives hard under brakes
Common questions
How long do brake pads last?
Anywhere from 25,000 to 70,000 km depending on the car and how it's driven. Stop-start driving and towing wear them faster. We measure them at every service.
How often should brake fluid be changed?
Most manufacturers say every two years. Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, which lowers its boiling point and corrodes parts from the inside.
Do rotors need replacing with the pads?
Not always. If the rotors are above minimum thickness and not scored or warped, they can stay or be machined. We measure them and show you.