This is why I always change my own brake pads.

When to change pads and rotors is a judgment call. It is in the interest of any repair shop to be cautious on bad and rotor replacment.

it is in my interest to only change things when they are worn beyond what is safe in my own mind.

Tom W

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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC]

..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.