> 
> They say the brakes need work.  And that VW says "thou shalt not machine
> rotors or drums" and they'd have to be replaced.  Material cost for rotors,
> drums, pads and shoes: $600.  Labor: 4 hours front, 4.5 hours rear.
> 
> My guru says that this is a bit much.  What says the group?
> 
  How about "thou shalt not machine rotors or drums" and just change the pads.
  Were you having trouble with a pulsating brake pedal? Changing pads should
  be $60 - $80 for parts and about 1/2 hour labor on each end.

  The eternal cheapskate,

  Dave Kautz