Brake job cost

[fishinJohn]

I had a first round brake fix that was cheap and great but the problem is back again. They said last time if it returns it is the master cylinder. Any idea what this runs for a 98 K1500 5.7L?

[katophil]

labor 100 to 175 and parts around 100

[Jeremy airjer W]

Definitely want to go with a new master cylinder not a reman!

[fishorgolf]

what is a cheap brake fix? what did you have done? If you have a master cylinder problem that should have been know from the start. Or maybe the pads etc were so bad to start with they never thought to look at the MS. How bad were you brakes before you decided you needed to do something about them?

[fishinJohn]

They bled the brake lines and did some adjusting to make the brakes engage at a higher point in the pedal's travel. The pedal was going almost to the floor before I brought it in but it was gradual getting there. The shop I took it to always seems to do the cheapest thing first and many times I have appreciated that. I will be sure to go with a new MC, thanks for the advice. It doesn't sound too bad price-wise, which is good to know.