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Tamworth Mobile Mechanics

Mobile mechanic in Tamworth, 10 years of experience

Ive been a mechanic for 10 years im hybrid trained and level 3 trained technician ive worked for a major leading company and decided to run my own business im also mot trained so have a good understanding of...

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9th May 2022

Rating: 4.7 out of 5

“Prompt arrival in the morning, and was quick on the repair. Friendly mechanic”

DAWN

Vauxhall Corsa • Brake drums & shoes replacement - rear (both)

28th April 2022

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Gareth was brilliant he talked me through everything and also had a chat made me feel comfortable as when i go to a garage i feel as though im being ripped off
Gareth is a top man
very very happy with the work carried out
will be using again
thank you.”

DEBORAH

Ford Ka • Brake drums & shoes replacement - rear (both)

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Garage in Luton, 23 years of experience

In total I have over 20 years of experience. The last 11 years I have worked for Ford Service Centre where I have also carried cars and vans repairs.

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22nd March 2022

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Filip was on time as planned and completed the work quickly and to a good standard definrtly recomended”

CARLOS

Vauxhall Corsa • Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)

3rd March 2022

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“He was great -- solved a problem that had been there for months in an hour! I would certainly recommend him highly.”

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21st February 2022

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“The guys did a fantastic job, they kept me informed throughout the day and the car even came back after they did a full valet free of charge. Can not fault the service and the work that they undertook. Would definitely recommend them to anyone after a professional service.”

LEE

Fiat 500 • Brake drums & shoes replacement - rear (both)

12th April 2022

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Best transmission did a service and mot on my Citroen they were punctual and kepted me informed at all times and the work they carried out was done very quickly car was delivered back the same day”

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24th January 2022

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Great service highly recommended and great value for money iv used click mechanic a few times and never been disappointed”

MICHAEL

Volkswagen Polo • Brake drums & shoes replacement - rear (both)

6th January 2022

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Lovely chap, friendly and polite, work was done to a high standard, happy customer, highly recommended.”

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18th January 2022

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Andrew was great. He turned up on time, got the job done and returned the car to me in time for the school run.”

ZENA

Mitsubishi Colt • Brake drums & shoes replacement - rear (both)

6th January 2022

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Very impressed with Andy, communication was great and he was bang on time. He fixed our van in the freezing rain at our house the morning after I asked for a mechanic. Means we can get back to work, much quicker than if we'd tried to get it to a garage. 10 out of 10.“
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24th December 2021

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Good. They did good. No more detail reuired. Omg this website keeps asking me to add more detail yo this description and I can’t be arsed.”

CHRISTOPHER

Vauxhall Corsa • Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)

1st May 2021

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Iulian diagnosed the problem which required a part from abroad that caused a delay in the repair but once the part was in his possession he was able to complete the work thoroughly and efficiently. I was impressed by how he worked and explained everything.”

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27th September 2021

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Mark was great, turned up a little late but did apologise, great work, woukd recommended 😊😊”

EDWARD

SEAT Ibiza • Brake drums & shoes replacement - rear (both)

11th November 2019

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Mark was great, came on time and got on with the work straight away, couldn’t have asked for anything more.”

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1st June 2021

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Very pleased he explained everything kept in touch arrived when he said and got it back before the day had finished”

STEVEN

Ford Focus • Brake drums & shoes replacement - rear (both)

23rd June 2021

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Despite struggling to find my house he persevered and did a great job and I’m more than happy with the work”

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Kpl Auto Services

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20th May 2021

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Karl was punctual friendly and efficient. He inspected my brakes and advised that they did not actually need a replacement saving me some money.”

STUART

Vauxhall Corsa • Brake drums & shoes replacement - rear (both)

7th October 2021

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Karl was fantastic great job very impressed. Very pleasant guy he told me what he was gunna do and was very happy with his work”

IAN

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Brendan Nawrocki

Garage in Bolton, 24 years of experience

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8th May 2021

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Very helpful and knowledgable . Sorted the problem out and gave good advice”

DARREN

Land Rover Freelander • Brake drums & shoes replacement - rear (both)

13th July 2019

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Brendan was great as last time, will use him again in the future when required. Not only a great mechanic but proper gentleman aswell.”

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Want to learn more about Brake Drum replacements?

Read our short guide with information on costs, symptoms and more.

What are brake drums?

Brake drums are often used on the rear of smaller and lower specification vehicles instead of brake discs. The drums rotate with the wheels and provide the surface for the brake shoes to act against when the brake pedal is pressed.

How do brake drums work and what are the components?

When the foot brakes are applied, the hydraulic fluid forces the wheel cylinder pistons out, which in turn forces the brake shoes to come into contact with the inside of the brake drum. This friction then slows the rotational speed of the drum and therefore slows the wheels.

How do you know there is something wrong with the brake drums?

Due to the wear areas being inside the drum and therefore invisible, it is difficult to ascertain whether there is an issue or not. Therefore we recommend having an inspection carried out by a mechanic if you have any concerns.

When should you consider changing the brake drums?

In reality, only when advised to do so by a mechanic after an inspection or during a brake shoe replacement.

Brake drums are supplied and fitted in axle pairs (i.e. rear). It is equally important to have new brake shoes fitted at the same time otherwise any wear pattern on the shoes from the previous drums could severely reduce the contact area between the two. This is so important that no mechanic would consider doing otherwise.

How common are brake drum replacements?

Brake drums do not tend to be replaced as frequently as brake discs. In some cases, brake drums can last the lifetime of a vehicle! However, if the brake shoes become excessively worn, damage can occur to the brake pad application surface, in which case the drum would need to be replaced.

How can I extend the lifetime of my brake drums?

As with most parts of your car, the less pressure you put on any part of your car’s brakes, the longer they will last. If you carry heavy loads frequently, or tow a caravan for example, your brake system will come under greater pressure than it would otherwise and as such the discs may wear prematurely. Therefore, removing unnecessary weight from the vehicle will not only improve your fuel consumption, it will reduce the wear on the brakes.

Also consider your driving style. Anticipating the road conditions ahead, keeping your speed as constant as possible, and thereby avoiding sharp braking are all likely to lengthen the interval between brake drum replacements.

What happens when brake drums are replaced?

Mechanic will remove the brake drum and inspect the brake shoes, wheel cylinder and actuating mechanism.
Mechanic will establish if the brake drum's thickness is within the required tolerances.
If necessary, the mechanic will replace the brake drum along with a new set of brake shoes.
Mechanic will advise if other parts of the braking system need replacing too.
Mechanic will test drive the car and inspect the brake system again.
Mechanic will make adjustments if necessary.

How much do brake drums cost to replace?

The cost of a brake drum replacement depends on your car and what parts your car's manufacturer recommends using for the replacement. Find out what you could save by having your brake drum replaced by ClickMechanic, by selecting your car at the top of this page!

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These estimates may include Rear brake shoes and Rear brake drum.

42 manufacturers for Brake Drum Replacement

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Alfa Romeo Parts costs: £169.74 - £211.51 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 9	£226	£200 - £206	£263 - £271	Get exact price
Audi Parts costs: £138.22 - £237.31 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 38	£223	£160 - £238	£209 - £318	Get exact price
BMW Parts costs: £133.20 - £233.58 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 26	£248	£172 - £244	£238 - £331	Get exact price
Chevrolet Parts costs: £215.62 - £389.19 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 51	£360	£248 - £373	£324 - £487	Get exact price
Chrysler Parts costs: £234.92 - £311.46 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 66	£284	£268 - £292	£347 - £377	Get exact price
Citroen Parts costs: £181.23 - £405.44 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 874	£346	£225 - £414	£304 - £558	Get exact price
Dacia Parts costs: £634.01 - £850.24 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 40	£756	£667 - £749	£826 - £932	Get exact price
Daewoo Parts costs: £207.47 - £266.79 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 10	£290	£254 - £271	£341 - £365	Get exact price
Daihatsu Parts costs: £174.89 - £248.48 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 2	£262	£224 - £256	£308 - £346	Get exact price
Dodge Parts costs: £300.07 - £360.08 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 2	£326	£328 - £329	£415 - £417	Get exact price
DS Parts costs: £360.47 - £432.56 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 2	£455	£411 - £411	£534 - £534	Get exact price
Fiat Parts costs: £134.32 - £303.50 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 802	£230	£162 - £302	£216 - £401	Get exact price
Ford Parts costs: £197.02 - £381.95 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 2960	£311	£230 - £367	£302 - £480	Get exact price
Honda Parts costs: £114.03 - £138.64 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 64	£165	£147 - £148	£202 - £204	Get exact price
Hyundai Parts costs: £168.04 - £312.32 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 183	£268	£201 - £309	£267 - £410	Get exact price
Jaguar Parts costs: £144.61 - £188.24 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 3	£228	£196 - £211	£275 - £296	Get exact price
Jeep Parts costs: £155.04 - £245.75 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 29	£223	£171 - £254	£219 - £344	Get exact price
Kia Parts costs: £248.51 - £577.30 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 132	£449	£281 - £530	£363 - £675	Get exact price
Land Rover Parts costs: £331.97 - £478.96 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 272	£411	£365 - £448	£464 - £577	Get exact price
LDV Parts costs: £208.07 - £286.45 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 21	£266	£238 - £288	£309 - £384	Get exact price
Lexus Parts costs: £296.63 - £355.96 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 1	£408	£346 - £346	£454 - £454	Get exact price
London Taxi's International Parts costs: £116.97 - £140.36 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 1	£172	£151 - £151	£209 - £209	Get exact price
Mazda Parts costs: £274.97 - £402.41 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 91	£345	£302 - £384	£384 - £500	Get exact price
Mercedes-Benz Parts costs: £193.59 - £236.66 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 40	£300	£237 - £246	£319 - £334	Get exact price
MG Parts costs: £165.13 - £198.15 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 3	£204	£209 - £209	£285 - £285	Get exact price
MINI Parts costs: £123.99 - £148.79 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 1	£191	£165 - £165	£230 - £230	Get exact price
Mitsubishi Parts costs: £207.97 - £366.41 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 99	£327	£241 - £354	£315 - £464	Get exact price
Nissan Parts costs: £214.71 - £375.12 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 454	£305	£247 - £362	£323 - £473	Get exact price
Peugeot Parts costs: £211.25 - £441.56 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 1008	£347	£249 - £417	£330 - £539	Get exact price
Proton Parts costs: £138.05 - £165.66 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 1	£207	£188 - £188	£266 - £266	Get exact price
Renault Parts costs: £216.57 - £514.58 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 615	£399	£255 - £478	£336 - £612	Get exact price
Rover Parts costs: £161.46 - £203.08 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 34	£212	£205 - £213	£281 - £290	Get exact price
Saab Parts costs: £110.76 - £132.91 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 1	£193	£160 - £160	£231 - £231	Get exact price
SEAT Parts costs: £142.97 - £209.90 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 329	£195	£165 - £224	£215 - £308	Get exact price
Skoda Parts costs: £142.97 - £243.25 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 249	£208	£165 - £252	£215 - £341	Get exact price
Smart Parts costs: £217.94 - £381.98 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 70	£314	£234 - £367	£294 - £480	Get exact price
Subaru Parts costs: £229.82 - £561.94 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 3	£439	£259 - £517	£334 - £660	Get exact price
Suzuki Parts costs: £185.65 - £335.19 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 111	£309	£213 - £334	£277 - £444	Get exact price
Toyota Parts costs: £163.99 - £281.90 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 425	£251	£197 - £284	£262 - £380	Get exact price
Vauxhall Parts costs: £166.07 - £324.72 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 1171	£270	£193 - £325	£254 - £433	Get exact price
Volkswagen Parts costs: £144.22 - £240.97 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 721	£220	£166 - £250	£217 - £339	Get exact price
Volvo Parts costs: £96.80 - £116.16 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 1	£165	£146 - £146	£214 - £214	Get exact price

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Recent Brake Drum replacement quotes

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£313.51

Brake drums & shoes replacement - rear (both)

Fiat Grande Punto

Burgess Hill

£165.22

Brake drums & shoes replacement - rear (both)

Volvo S60

Worcester Park

£169.49

Brake drums & shoes replacement - rear (both)

Honda Jazz

Yarm

£328.22

Brake drums & shoes replacement - rear (both)

Vauxhall Corsa

Ipswich

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Want to learn more about Brake Drum replacements?

What are brake drums?

How do brake drums work and what are the components?

How do you know there is something wrong with the brake drums?

When should you consider changing the brake drums?

How common are brake drum replacements?

How can I extend the lifetime of my brake drums?

What happens when brake drums are replaced?

How much do brake drums cost to replace?

Want to know how much you'd pay at a franchise dealer or independent garage?

Check out the ClickMechanic price for a Brake Drum replacement. We use industry standard data & millions of data points so you know what you should be paying

Alfa Romeo

£226

£200 - £206

£263 - £271

Audi

£223

£160 - £238

£209 - £318

BMW

£248

£172 - £244

£238 - £331

Chevrolet

£360

£248 - £373

£324 - £487

Chrysler

£284

£268 - £292

£347 - £377

Citroen

£346

£225 - £414

£304 - £558

Dacia

£756

£667 - £749

£826 - £932

Daewoo

£290

£254 - £271

£341 - £365

Daihatsu

£262

£224 - £256

£308 - £346

Dodge

£326

£328 - £329

£415 - £417

DS

£455

£411 - £411

£534 - £534

Fiat

£230

£162 - £302

£216 - £401

Ford

£311

£230 - £367