mcfal12
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I have worked in the trades for years, general construction, framing, roofing, kitchen and baths, finished carpentry and light hvac, electrical and plumbing…… but I am a total novice as a mechanic. Until the pandemic I have always leased my personal cars and work truck and have never had to worry about repairs or car maintenance outside of changing the oil, wipers, windshield washer fluid and air filters. But in 2022 I purchased a used Cadillac SRX as my weekend/family/school drop off vehicle and have been struggling to find a reliable trustworthy mechanic. Just one example, was the tire shop after buying new tires a week after I bought the car not tightening the lugs on the front driver side and the wheel nearly fell off 20’ from the shop when I pulled away. The second was the shop that replaced the starter and then the starter went bad again 2 months later…..
Anyway- it’s time for brakes on the car and I need to replace one of the calipers (the bleed valve) is busted off. Anyone have experience doing it and can offer pointers? I’m trying to figure out bleeding the brakes afterwards, solo - I checked out the chrisfix YouTube channel and he makes it all seem pretty easy.
I appreciate it.
Anyway- it’s time for brakes on the car and I need to replace one of the calipers (the bleed valve) is busted off. Anyone have experience doing it and can offer pointers? I’m trying to figure out bleeding the brakes afterwards, solo - I checked out the chrisfix YouTube channel and he makes it all seem pretty easy.
I appreciate it.
