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#4563 of 4699 Re: Brakes! How Many Miles? [nathanbrand] by phrosut Aug 13, 2009 (9:46 am)
Replying to: nathanbrand (Jul 09, 2009 12:22 pm) I finally got around to replacing my front pads ('03 AWD Limited). I probably did it a few months sooner than I would have because of the posts here.   We just turned 95,000 miles a few weeks ago.   There was still almost 1/8" on each pad remaining, less before the 'squeakers' would have started contacting the disc.   Phil
#4564 of 4699 Re: Brakes! How Many Miles? [nathanbrand] by retropia Aug 13, 2009 (12:23 pm)
Replying to: nathanbrand (Jul 09, 2009 12:22 pm) I've got 67,000 on my '01 Highlander V6 AWD, and I'm still on my original brakes. I haven't started hearing the wear sensors yet, but I wouldn't be surprised if the pads are starting to get thin.   I had poor experiences using Midas to do brake work on my '93 Geo Prizm. They insisted on turning the rotors; their brake pads squealed when they got warm; they replaced the pads with the exact same model pads at no charge but insisted on charging me again to turn the rotors again. The brakes still squealed. I ended up taking the car to an independent shop and they replaced the pads with ones imported from Australia; silent brakes once again. I will not go back to Midas. Replies to this message: tsotsi (Aug 14, 2009 12:43 pm) steves8 (Aug 15, 2009 8:45 am) wwest (Aug 15, 2009 9:50 am) tsotsi (Aug 16, 2009 6:48 am) and 1 more...
#4565 of 4699 Re: Brakes! How Many Miles? [retropia] by tsotsi Aug 14, 2009 (12:43 pm)
Replying to: retropia (Aug 13, 2009 12:23 pm) Original equipment brake pads are available from suppliers who have internet websites. I got a whole set -- fronts and rears -- for a little over $100. If people are getting more than 60,000 from the original pads, why change to a different brand? Replies to this message: steves8 (Aug 15, 2009 8:45 am) wwest (Aug 15, 2009 9:50 am) tsotsi (Aug 16, 2009 6:48 am) wwest (Aug 16, 2009 9:46 am)
#4566 of 4699 Re: Brakes! How Many Miles? [tsotsi] by steves8 Aug 15, 2009 (8:45 am)
Replying to: tsotsi (Aug 14, 2009 12:43 pm) I have 70k on my 05 highlander and haven't changed pads. I have driven a Camry and an Avalon to 95k and 105k before changing pads. Almost entirely suburban driving.
#4567 of 4699 Re: Brakes! How Many Miles? [tsotsi] by wwest Aug 15, 2009 (9:50 am)
Replying to: tsotsi (Aug 14, 2009 12:43 pm) "...why change to a different.."   Because many of us want brake pads that EAT rotors for lunch and vice versa. The best braking frictional capability hardly ever result in pads that last beyond 30-40,000 miles. Replies to this message: tsotsi (Aug 16, 2009 6:48 am) wwest (Aug 16, 2009 9:46 am)
#4568 of 4699 Re: Brakes! How Many Miles? [wwest] by tsotsi Aug 16, 2009 (6:48 am)
Replying to: wwest (Aug 15, 2009 9:50 am) The British phrase "horses for courses" would seem to apply to the question of whether aggressive brake pads are better than stock ones. I like more aggressive pads on my Miata . . . the Highlander seems to do fine with stock brakes. Replies to this message: wwest (Aug 16, 2009 9:46 am)
#4569 of 4699 Re: Brakes! How Many Miles? [tsotsi] by wwest Aug 16, 2009 (9:46 am)
Replying to: tsotsi (Aug 16, 2009 6:48 am) You're apparently assuming there will NEVER come a time when you need a level of braking aggressiveness in you HL that you often need in the Miata.
#4570 of 4699 Considering 2006 HL by irishcasey Aug 19, 2009 (10:49 am)
I have a 2002 V6 that is using above average amounts of oil. I am considering trading in for a 2006 HL.   Can anyone tell me if there are noted problem items with the 2006 to be aware of? Also, is the 2006 V6 the same engine I'm having trouble with in my 2002?   Any pros vs. cons on the 4 cyl vs. the 6 cyl. The 4 cyl is more in my price range.   Thanks in advance to all. Replies to this message: steves8 (Aug 19, 2009 2:09 pm) electricdesign (Aug 19, 2009 6:58 pm)
#4571 of 4699 Re: Considering 2006 HL [irishcasey] by steves8 Aug 19, 2009 (2:09 pm)
Replying to: irishcasey (Aug 19, 2009 10:49 am) I bought a new 2005 with a V6 thinking that I would need the V6 for towing and that it got only 1 mile less per gallon than the 4. I have since driven my dad's 2002 4 cyl. and much prefer the 4 over the 6. It doesn't jump when accelerating, overall smoother. I can't believe your 2002 is using any oil.???
#4572 of 4699 Re: Considering 2006 HL [irishcasey] by electricdesign Aug 19, 2009 (6:58 pm)
Replying to: irishcasey (Aug 19, 2009 10:49 am) Before considering trading the 2002 for a 2006, let's discuss why the 2002 is using above average amounts of oil. Have you had anyone check the engine to see where the oil is going? How many miles are on the engine? The oil usage could be caused by wear and tear, high milage, or it could be from other causes such as a the PVC valve sucking engine oil out of the engine or oil leaking out somewhere. If there is a serious problem with the engine using oil, it may be best to trade in the 2002. If the engine is reasonably fixable, it may be best to keep the 2002.

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