Hi,
Just found this board, looks like a great resource.
I have a 98 Legacy L 5 speed manual with 95k on it. My mechanic tells me that the cv joint boots are torn and all the grease is gone and that I need to replace both front axles as a result. He also says that I need new front brakes including pads and rotors.
He wants $220 to replace each axle = $440
and $300 to do the brakes with new rotors and pads.
I've already had another mechanic replace the pads on the rear brakes, but have been told that I should also replace the rotors and pads together.
Money is tight right now, so I'm thinking about tackling this myself. I used to do all my own work, replaced 2 or 3 clutches, rebuilt a transmission, rebuilt many sets of brakes (mostly drum brakes) and other fun stuff on other vehicles, but haven't done any serious auto repair work in about 15 years. I have a good basic set of tools that has gotten me through several of the jobs mentioned above.
So the question is -- How hard are these as do it yourself jobs and what do I have to watch out for as I do them? Do I need any special tools?
Thanks,
Fritz
Cincinnati