Did a DIY front brake replacement yesterday. Everything seemed to go well - no problems installing new brake pads and rotors. The tie rod ends seem fine, etc.

Decided to do everything myself for the first time, after being quoted an outrageous price from a shop. It's freaking extortion. Decided not to tell the shop that my mechanic did the rear brakes less than two months ago...and yeah, they told me I needed rears done. Liars!

Anyway...took it for a drive around the neighborhood after the brake job, and had a bit of noise when braking for a few miles then it went away. I'm assuming this is just the brakes bedding in. Brakes are quiet now, and feel good and responsive.

The problem now is a noise when driving along. It sounds like a rotational "chugging" sound. Doesn't really sound like grinding, and the wheels aren't feeling hot. I can hear it inside the car, but a person standing outside the car can't hear it over the regular engine noise. Almost seems like the noise gets worse the longer I drive it. It doesn't make the sound at all while braking.

I'm going to take it to my mechanic later this morning to double check my work. Only reason I didn't take it to him in the first place is because he's not open weekends.

Anyone have any ideas what this noise could be?

How much should I expect to pay my mechanic to just double-check my brake work?

Thanks!

 

I'm hanging my head in shame.

Problem fixed.

It....errrr....kinda helps if you tighten the lug nuts.

 

Yes, that's kind of an important last step... (Been there, done that!).

The initial noise is normal with new pads/rotors installed.
Glad you caught it before your wheel decided to run off down the road without your car.