Scored rotor, ok to replace one side and one side only?
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Title pretty much says it.
Am thinking of replacing my scored rear left rotor. Knowing that we tend to replace both of them when one is worn, but I wonder if the same rule applies to this case?
Both rotors are no more than 4000 miles old.
Thanks folks
Am thinking of replacing my scored rear left rotor. Knowing that we tend to replace both of them when one is worn, but I wonder if the same rule applies to this case?
Both rotors are no more than 4000 miles old.
Thanks folks
Edited by Bewareofspoilers on Sunday 5th April 03:38
Edited by Bewareofspoilers on Sunday 5th April 03:39
Dave Brand said:
Replace both. Unless both discs were manufactured from the same batch of cast iron ("melt" in foundry terminology) there's a risk that the friction levels will differ enough to cause the brakes to pull to one side.
The chances of getting 2 discs that are from the same batch are so minuscule it's not even worth thinking about TBH.If it was my own car i would change the 1 disc (after checking for VV little or no wear on the "good disc"), if it was a customers car i would change the pair, mainly cos i know i wouldn't crash cos the rear brakes has a small imballence whereas i cant speak for a customers IQ or driving skill level.
As said check the calipers and change the pads for new on both sides as a matter of course
Dave Brand said:
Replace both. Unless both discs were manufactured from the same batch of cast iron ("melt" in foundry terminology) there's a risk that the friction levels will differ enough to cause the brakes to pull to one side.
Good advice. All main suspension components need to be matched, shock absorbers, Discs etc particulacy so. S0 What said:
The chances of getting 2 discs that are from the same batch are so minuscule it's not even worth thinking about TBH.
That's why the better manufacturers only supply discs in pairs - they have quality control systems in place which allow traceability throughout the manufacturing process.S0 What said:
The chances of getting 2 discs that are from the same batch are so minuscule it's not even worth thinking about TBH.
That's why the better manufacturers only supply discs in pairs - they have quality control systems in place which allow traceability throughout the manufacturing process.Gassing Station | Suspension, Brakes & Tyres | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff