Best thing is to get to know your car and how it works you don't have to be an expert just watch a few videos per subject and that will give you a good indicator but as others have said its not right but that's how they make their money
Anyone giving a thumbs down to this video is just mean spirited. Inspection is the key to proper maintenance. If you keep up with your brakes, you protect yourself and others. It's the right thing to do.
Great video, well explained. I wish more cars would just have an indicator on the dash to tell you how much wear you have left. Will also indicate how heavy you are on brakes. The sound the brakes make when they are worn out sounds like my coffee perculator.
I watched quite a few videos before this one. Obviously I had to keep watching new ones because I couldnt find the info I was looking for. This one was the best. Quick and to the point. Now I know exactly what to look for on my own vehicles. Thank you!
I had 1mm left on my pads so I cut out a section in the floor and use my feet to brake like the Flintstones...been able to maintain the pads at 1mm for 3 years but the calluses on my feet are killing me
I could be wrong, but my understanding of the rotors is that they basically need to be changed when the pads are changed. Long ago, the rotors used to be thicker and could be turned during a brake change. Now, for weight savings and fuel efficiency, the rotors are thinner and have a shorter life.
"squealing" "coffee perculator" I appreciate the video for showing the pad mechanism that would make the indicator noise but I do wish there was audio as to what the actual sound of a worn pad sounds like. I'll keep reviewing the other videos on the topic.
this is a great video ... Can I ask what if there was a near a whistle sound ... but just a very subtle grinding sound (this is only on the back breaks) ... thank you
Perfect thanks! Garage's always say straight away ah yes your brake pads are low, and I'm looking into the wheel and thinking how do you tell this so quickly! Thanks
Thanks! Well explained. Is it ok to measure during brake is released? If release the pad is not pressing the disk right? Should have check during brake.
Thank you! I recently got my first car, and this type of video is really useful 😁 I know this vid is 5 years old, but can you tell me what you're using to record?😅
Today my brakes were metal on metal with that awful noise. How come there was no noise at all 2 minutes before? Shouldn’t have I heard gradually more noise?
Well, that depends how often you have to brake. The noise making spring will damage the brake rotor over time, and you'll need new rotors too. Can you make it home safe? Yes, that shouldn't be a problem.
What happens if the brake pads are good and thick but the brake discs are worn? I want them changed but mechanics say wait until pads get older, I just can't understand that logic.
For me change brakes at 2-3 mm thickness and you will not complain about car brakes any more they may continue even to 1 mm but I will not keep it for safety purposes and also I inspect once a year not so frequent
Very, very helpful. Some videos like this aren't as clear as to how to check and adequately showing the parts so that you can see well enough. Thank you, good sir! One quick clarification though, that second pad you measured must have had 7 mm left on it, right? Earlier you said that when the indicator hits the disc, that means there's 2mm left. So, if there is a 5mm gap between the indicator and the disc, then when that 5mm wears away, there will be 2mm left, meaning there's currently 7mm, right? Am I understanding that correctly? I guess that would be 5mm of **useable** pad and 2mm left with the indicator touching. But the 50% thing confused me a bit, b/c it either seems like 7 out of 11 **total** mm left, OR, 5 out of 9 **useable** mm left.
It is not always math, and accurate science on how fast those pads wear. It depends on quality of pad, rotor, and the whole assembly, and design of the brake. Rear brakes usually last longer than front brakes. The point here is, if you hear the noise, it is time to do something about it.
Excellent video I have a 2013 chrysler 300 and my brake pads wear out every 2 months and im not using cheap stuff I'm pissed off What do you think is the problem?
The piston is not retracting and your pads are dragging on the rotor. You can get rebuild kits which is just a new piston seal or you can replace the assemblies. I do not recommend doing it yourself if your not so inclined. There are videos that show complete brake jobs with all the tricks on TH-cam. Also cleaning and lubricating the proper components is critical as well. Proper bleeding of the brakes is just as critical. I let the gravity method of bleeding work for me. If I am in a hurry I will use the proper bleeding kit with a special cup and hose. There are special tools for bleeding brakes if you want to purchase them.
what an outstanding video especially with those camera angles.
Sometimes I feel like I'm being screwed by auto shops
that's how they make money
You're always being screwed by auto shops
Shops will screw you over no matter what.
Best thing is to get to know your car and how it works you don't have to be an expert just watch a few videos per subject and that will give you a good indicator but as others have said its not right but that's how they make their money
next time just take in a box of chhocolates and some beer for your respected auto mechanic and oh some lube that way he can screw u properly hehe
Anyone giving a thumbs down to this video is just mean spirited. Inspection is the key to proper maintenance. If you keep up with your brakes, you protect yourself and others. It's the right thing to do.
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And dont die when you needed your breaks most..😒
No one has given a thumbs down…
@@JosePerez-ny2yd youtube removed the feature so it shows none even if there are. This comment was back when it did show them
@@barackobama9815 Ops! Funny must have been from watching the video on brakes
When I read your name I read it as Brake Obama 😂
Perfect video with clear camera angles, measuring demo and thorough explanation in less than 5 minutes. Thanks for sharing!
Great vid!!! Clearly explained without mumbo jumbo.
Great video, well explained. I wish more cars would just have an indicator on the dash to tell you how much wear you have left. Will also indicate how heavy you are on brakes. The sound the brakes make when they are worn out sounds like my coffee perculator.
This was by far the best explanation on brakes that I’ve seen here! Thank you 😁👍
Awesome! Perfect description and camera view. I've watched 4 vids and this was first helpful one.
Very helpful. I never knew how to check my brake pad wear and now I do. Thanks for posting this video.
I found this explanation and demonstration extremely helpful and easy to comprehend - thank you for posting this :)
best yt vid ever saved my life love you papa
Thank you.. I once knew how to check them but if you don’t use it, you lose it ya know.. glad you included the measurements!
I watched quite a few videos before this one. Obviously I had to keep watching new ones because I couldnt find the info I was looking for. This one was the best. Quick and to the point. Now I know exactly what to look for on my own vehicles. Thank you!
I had 1mm left on my pads so I cut out a section in the floor and use my feet to brake like the Flintstones...been able to maintain the pads at 1mm for 3 years but the calluses on my feet are killing me
Just wear shoes, and it'll be easier on your feet.
Or wear stone shoes
This is such a funny comment.
Goated comment, thanks for the laugh mate🤣
Thank you for the clear and concise explanation.
Very useful video, thanks!
Thank you very much for a straight forward, informative video with great camera work and clear text!
Brilliant
Very well done. Exactly what I needed. Thanks, man.
Very clear explanation, great camera images help me a lot. Thank you.
Great explanation and detail. Thanks!
Great video and clear explanation!
Fantastic video, great angles for the shots, best explanation.
Perfect video, fist pump. I wish more people were like you in this planet Sir!
👊🏼
Great video. Quick, clear and easy. Many thanks
Thanks mygiguser!! Great video and photography. Love that German accent.
Awesome video man! Everything clearly explained.
Always been confused on this, mayble ill try replacing my own brakes from now on, thank you!
Very helpful!! Well done. Thank you.
Very useful!! Carefully explained!!!
Something about this accent is comforting in this mechanical context.
Nice video...thanks for taking the time to shoot such a visually strong vid with graphics!
Thanks for sharing, much appreciated
thank you very much, unlikem car mechanics giving vivid descriptions so you have to go to the garage
Great video, thanks for explaining this so clearly!
Thank you very much
Great info thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
I love content like this. Seriously thank you.
Great video,well explained
Brilliant - really clear. Thanks.
very helpful video and easy to understand thank you sir
Wow. You explained everything so clearly. Thanks.
I could be wrong, but my understanding of the rotors is that they basically need to be changed when the pads are changed. Long ago, the rotors used to be thicker and could be turned during a brake change. Now, for weight savings and fuel efficiency, the rotors are thinner and have a shorter life.
Very useful!!!
Very informative
Wow! Great explanation now i know why it squeals!!!
This was super helpful thank you
Thank you!
Thanks for making this, you helped me!
Perfect,
Quick and succinct
Great video, very helpful, thanks!
Nice video, short and 2 the point, thumbs up!!!!
Super helpful, thank you!
Great video, thank you for taking the time to make this :)
"squealing" "coffee perculator" I appreciate the video for showing the pad mechanism that would make the indicator noise but I do wish there was audio as to what the actual sound of a worn pad sounds like. I'll keep reviewing the other videos on the topic.
once the pad is gone, you will brake with metal plate to metal rotor with rusty edge. You will hear a grinding noise.
@@mygiguser I am hoping to change pads before metal to metal happens. Thanks
Amazing video! Thanks.
Good job man, to save the rotors replace before they make noise, pads area cheap!!!!
Very helpful.. Thanks a lot
not sure how you got the camera in there, but really helpful!
Very good video!
Excellent video. Thank u
Your disc have scratches.
It's indication to chance, dont wait till worsen.
Those discs are made in China, and are only 2 years old. I think i will replace my brakes next year.
Great Vid, Great Camara Work. Danke Shoen.👍
this is a great video ...
Can I ask what if there was a near a whistle sound ... but just a very subtle grinding sound (this is only on the back breaks) ...
thank you
how much brake pad do you have left? maybe it is the emergency brake that makes the noise?
Wow... Thank you very much...
Yup it really is that easy
thank you so much!
Tnq 4 crystal clear info.
tank u very much
Thank you very helpful 👍
Excellent Info...thanks
thank you
Nicr video... i hear sqeaking sound when i brake while i reverse but not when i am driving ....what could be the reason ?
Great info
what is the camera that you've used to get in the wheel. I want to buy the same one. very good quality. thank you.
GoPro Hero Session 5 is what i used
Perfect thanks! Garage's always say straight away ah yes your brake pads are low, and I'm looking into the wheel and thinking how do you tell this so quickly! Thanks
Thanks! Well explained. Is it ok to measure during brake is released? If release the pad is not pressing the disk right? Should have check during brake.
Doesn't matter, because when the brake is released it is only a very small difference.
@@mygiguser thanks!
That was helpful.... thanks
Thank you! I recently got my first car, and this type of video is really useful 😁
I know this vid is 5 years old, but can you tell me what you're using to record?😅
this video was recorded with GoPro Hero Session 5
awesome video
Very helpful thanks.
What camera did you use?
GoPro Hero Session5
@@mygiguser Thanks. Much appreciated.
Thank you for the informative video. What about things like Brake rotors?
Nice close up.
Thank you.
Super‼️
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10 dec 2019 3:45 pm est:thanks
Awesome video!
Today my brakes were metal on metal with that awful noise. How come there was no noise at all 2 minutes before? Shouldn’t have I heard gradually more noise?
once the pad becomes to thin it can delaminate from the metal. It gets so hot that the glue burns up. The pad simply falls off.
@@mygiguser Makes sense.
Salute!
Thanks. How do you check, if it's drum brakes?
Thank you. Stay safe.
God bless, Revelation 21:4
Drums are more difficult. Best to take the drum off, and then look.
Very good job 👍
When you hear that noise, how many kilometers is safe to drive after that? Lets say I come back from a trip and 400km left to drive, can I drive home?
Well, that depends how often you have to brake. The noise making spring will damage the brake rotor over time, and you'll need new rotors too. Can you make it home safe? Yes, that shouldn't be a problem.
@@mygiguser Ok, so better to measure/check it regularly rather than wait for the noise.
In my opinion the best way is to take the wheel off and look at it don't always depend on a wear indicator
Vear und tear! 😜. Good video bruh.
Awesome
very good video
Thank you sir!
What happens if the brake pads are good and thick but the brake discs are worn?
I want them changed but mechanics say wait until pads get older, I just can't understand that logic.
You shouldn't put old pads on new discs.
For me change brakes at 2-3 mm thickness and you will not complain about car brakes any more they may continue even to 1 mm but I will not keep it for safety purposes and also I inspect once a year not so frequent
Im here for the ASMR voice
Very, very helpful. Some videos like this aren't as clear as to how to check and adequately showing the parts so that you can see well enough. Thank you, good sir! One quick clarification though, that second pad you measured must have had 7 mm left on it, right? Earlier you said that when the indicator hits the disc, that means there's 2mm left. So, if there is a 5mm gap between the indicator and the disc, then when that 5mm wears away, there will be 2mm left, meaning there's currently 7mm, right? Am I understanding that correctly? I guess that would be 5mm of **useable** pad and 2mm left with the indicator touching. But the 50% thing confused me a bit, b/c it either seems like 7 out of 11 **total** mm left, OR, 5 out of 9 **useable** mm left.
It is not always math, and accurate science on how fast those pads wear. It depends on quality of pad, rotor, and the whole assembly, and design of the brake. Rear brakes usually last longer than front brakes. The point here is, if you hear the noise, it is time to do something about it.
Excellent video
I have a 2013 chrysler 300 and my brake pads wear out every 2 months and im not using cheap stuff I'm pissed off
What do you think is the problem?
HAWAL ARAS that doesn’t sound right. Are just the rear pads wearing, or the front too?
The piston is not retracting and your pads are dragging on the rotor. You can get rebuild kits which is just a new piston seal or you can replace the assemblies. I do not recommend doing it yourself if your not so inclined. There are videos that show complete brake jobs with all the tricks on TH-cam. Also cleaning and lubricating the proper components is critical as well. Proper bleeding of the brakes is just as critical. I let the gravity method of bleeding work for me. If I am in a hurry I will use the proper bleeding kit with a special cup and hose. There are special tools for bleeding brakes if you want to purchase them.
@@mygiguser only the front pads wear out
@@billthompson2860 thanks alot
I will watch them and give it a try