Most dealerships and shops charge per axle for brakes, usually around $260-$300, giving a total of $520-$600 for all 4 corners. Now, brakes are easy. They are a great introduction to working on cars and pretty foolproof. If you're willing to get your hands dirty, you'll save a lot of money.
Violent crimes affected 0.67% of the population in Santa Monica in 2006, in line with Los Angeles County (0.65%), but higher than the averages for California (0.53%) and the nation (0.55%). Hate crime has typically been minimal in Santa Monica, with only one reported incident in 2007.
Tuesday will probably be the worst day for wind in Southern California. Gusts are peaking around 70 mph in the L.A. County mountains and Santa Monica Range. Humidity is nearly-nonexistent at around just 10 percent. A fire weather warning is in effect for Los Angeles and Ventura counties through Thursday.