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Why are drum brakes still fitted on Ford's cars?
Currently I own a Mk5 Astra SRi, however I am looking to sell this and buy a Ford Focus Mk2.
The other day I looked at a Ford Focus Zetec Mk2. My understanding is that Zetec is sort of the ford ...
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Replaced brake pads - one pad was full, the other was gone. Brakes now very hot after driving
The content is pretty much contained in the title. When I went to replace the brake pads, one pad was completely gone and the other was almost like new.
Now that I have replaced the pads, the wheel ...
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When do brake rotors really need to be replaced?
I need to replace my rear brake pads. A mechanic suggested I also replace my rotors because they are rusted around the edges. The rotors are in fact quite rusted, however, there is no rust on the ...
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2000 Audi A6 4.2 rotors
I have a 2000 Audi A6 4.2 and just had a new set of tires installed — but purchased the same Continental tires. However, two days after the new tires were installed, I started getting a shimmy when I ...
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Do I really need a lathe to turn my rotors?
Last time I changed my brake pads (Toyota Tacoma v6 4WD), I did not get my rotors turned and was told I should have taken them to a mechanic to get it done. I was wondering if there is any ...
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Can chafing brake pads damage rotors?
Since replacing all of the brake pads and passenger front rotor on my 2008 Chrysler Sebring convertible, the pads have been chafing and making a non-stop chirping sound while driving. There is a ...
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Squeaking brakes on motorcycle - an issue or not?
The front disc on my motorcycle emits a low pitch squeaking noise when I'm pulling up to a complete stop (almost like the sound train brakes make when pulling up to a station). This only happens when ...
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2005 Infiniti G35x - squeaky brakes only when backing up slowly
Don't squeak when braking forwards, or braking hard/fast backing up. Only when backing up and lightly pressing on them. Extended squeal, and very loud.
Anything I can do?
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rotors on newer cars [closed]
I've heard that brake rotors on newer cars need to be replaced more often because the manufactures install rotors that are cheap. Is this true and can they be resurfaced or do they need to be ...
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Rattle in my left tire area everytime I brake slowly from more then 80kmh (50mph)?
I have a Chevy Cobalt 2007, and it has been doing this for a while. If I press the brake a little harder, the rattling stops. It doesnt rattle until I press the brake. Leading me to believe there is a ...
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Replace front brake pads and rotors?
I went to my Honda dealership for a B-1 service, and he came back saying that I needed to replace both my front brake pads and rotors. The quote for that is $531. I am wondering if I should go ahead ...
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What can cause warped rotors?
I have a forward rotor on my '04 Chrysler Sebring causing a lot of pulsation when braking. I replaced the rotor- but within about a month the problem had re-appeared.
The guys at Monroe noticed my ...
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Do I need to replace the springs on my front disc brakes?
I just disassembled the front brake caliper (dual piston) on my 1974 Ford F250 390 V8.
There was a spring on each of the caliper bolts in between the brake pads. The springs are really rusty and one ...
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How to Change Brake Rotors on 2000 Nissan Frontier 2WD
Anyone have pointers on how to change the disc brake rotors on a 2000 Nissan Frontier 2WD? I've got the calipers and pads off and noted the rotor is scored. I'd like to just replace the rotors. The ...
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How to solve unexpected skidding in 1995 Toyota Camry
My 1995 Camry LE (4 cyl) skidded twice. Luckily I escaped both occasions unhurt and without damage to the car. First time it happened on a freeway when I applied brakes @ 50mph. I thought it was ...
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My Car Squeals When Braking Even Though I've Had My Front Rotors Machined and Back Rotors Replaced and all new brake pads. What could it be?
I own a Toyota Soarer SC300 (1994), 2JZ motor non-turbo 3 litre engine. The engine is probably irrelevant, but provided for prosperity. Anyway, the front rotors were machined and are within the legal ...
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Should I resurface or replace my rotors everytime I replace brake pads?
I have heard it is proper practice to replace or resurface your brake rotors every time your do a brake pad replacement. Does this need to be done every single time or is it overkill? Maybe it is ...
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How can I remove a seized brake disc?
I'm changing the rear brake discs and pads on my Ford Focus C-MAX. I've done one side which was fairly easy, but on the other side I can't get the disc off. There is nothing holding it on as far as I ...
