Axle seal?

[LittleBeast]

The dude at the oil change shop told me my back brakes were at 10% and I can believe that I need to get them done, but he wanted $111.25 for it so I think I will go to talk to Midas before letting them do it for that much, that seems a little high right?

My real question is at 70,000 miles should I need to replace the passenger side rear axle seal? The guys showed me that there was fluid on my rotor from it leaking supposedly? Does this sound legit? Also they wanted $267 to replace the rear axle seal on that one side, I know the part is only $20 so is the labor really that tough to charge that much? Any input would be much appreciated.
In Christ,
Ryan
USA Decathlon Team

[Y33TREKker]

I think it would depend on the cost of the brake pads they offer at the shop in question, and whether the guy was also talking about resurfacing the rotors if needed. If it's just the pads that need replacing, you could replace those yourself if you have a couple of hours to spare.

As far as the axle seal goes, I'd try cleaning off the fluid that you see now, check the rear diff level (add some if necessary), then drive a bit more and see if it reappears. Sorry, but I've seen too many of those investigative news shows reporting on shady shops where some of the guys carry around a small bottle of all-purpose fluid just for the purpose of creating "leaks" that need fixing. Call me a cynic.

A second opinion is usually a good idea.

[Tone]

Rear pads are less than $30 and take about 10 minutes to change. I'm suprised the back brakes have worn out - the caliper pins are probably sticking and need to be cleaned and lubed while changing the pads.

[Joe_Black]

As mentioned above clean the area and check your diff fluid level. Also, if the caliber is stuck as Tone outlined the fluid could be from the caliper as they can sometimes ooze a little if there's a problem.

Going to Midas for a second opinion is a good call if you're not into wrenching.

[LittleBeast]

Thanks a lot for the info. when I get back from Indoor Nationals in North Carolina, I will get right on it. Really appreciate the input.
In Christ,
Ryan H

[SPAZZ]

the rear axle seal deal that they want is a RIP OFF!!!!! Buy the part...put VX on stands, remove wheel, undo brakline bracket bolt, block off brakeline,drain rear diff, undo 4 bolts on back side of brakes holding axle shaft on, undo rear drive line 4 bolts, slide out axle shaft, do repairs. Not worth the $267+ they want.

[Dare2Dream]

Dealing with this same issue right now, oil in the rear passenger rotor while replacing rotor/pads. Wondering if anyone has gotten the rear seal replaced recently and how much it cost.