How do I calculate the total cost for just the front brakes?

You can use the `calculate_axle_costs` tool by providing the costs for pads, rotors, and fluid for the front axle.

Can I compare two different mechanic quotes?

Yes, use the `compare_service_quotes` tool to find the absolute difference between two total estimates.

Does the budget include taxes and contingency?

Yes, the `calculate_full_service_budget` tool allows you to input a tax rate and a flat contingency amount to get a final grand total.

Brake Service Cost Forecaster MCP Connector for Claude

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Calculate detailed brake service budgets, axle-level costs, and compare service quotes.

4 tools Official Updated Oct 1, 2026 Official Vinkius Partner

More Details Connect to Claude

This MCP server provides precise tools for automotive maintenance budgeting. Use calculate_axle_costs to determine part totals for specific axles, calculate_full_service_budget to generate a complete estimate including labor and taxes, and compare_service_quotes to find the price difference between competing estimates. It also includes summarize_component_costs to analyze the ratio of parts to labor.

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Connect to Claude

Subscribe on Vinkius, then add this connector to Claude.ai or Claude Code.

① Claude.ai (web app)

Go to Settings → Connectors → Add custom connector
Paste the MCP endpoint URL below

https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_tiSTA150WnWixNp0bh2tDwkZfVDeq5hed1bJ9hpu/mcp

② Claude Code (terminal)

claude mcp add --transport http brake-service-cost-forecaster https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_tiSTA150WnWixNp0bh2tDwkZfVDeq5hed1bJ9hpu/mcp

③ Claude Desktop

Add to claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "brake-service-cost-forecaster": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_tiSTA150WnWixNp0bh2tDwkZfVDeq5hed1bJ9hpu/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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