FAQ for Brake Disc Repair
Q: When should a rotor be refinished?
A:
The rotor should be refinished when there is a depth excess of 1.5mm.
By OmarGM Specialist
23/11/2021 Q: Can I change one rotor at a time?
A:
To guarantee uniform braking on both sides, both rotors must have identical surfaces regarding smoothness and scoring depth. For this reason, always replace both rotors.
By OmarGM Specialist
02/11/2021 Q: How do I retain the rotor to the hub?
A:
Install the 2 detent screws to retain the rotor to the hub and tighten to 4 Nm (35 lb. ft.).
By OmarGM Specialist
01/11/2021 Q: How often should a brake lathe be performed?
A:
Abrake lathe should be performed every month.
By BobGM Specialist
31/10/2021 Q: What causes brake pulsation?
A:
Brake pulsation is caused by rotor thickness variation.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2021 Q: What factors impact brake lining wear?
A:
The brake lining wear is caused by heavy loads, high temperatures, aggressive driving, and towing.
By OmarGM Specialist
29/10/2021 Q: What causes flaking in the rotor?
A:
The flaking of the rotor is caused by the material build-up on the surface of the rotor.
By BobGM Specialist
28/10/2021 Q: What is the maximum thickness of the two different size brake rotors?
A:
The thickness of a new 236 mm (9.29 in) diameter brake rotor is 20 mm (0.787 in), and the thickness of a new 256 mm (10.08 in) diameter brake rotor is 24 mm (0.945 in).
By BobGM Specialist
26/10/2021 Q: What is the maximum allowable LRO?
A:
The maximum allowable LRO is 0.06 mm (0.002 in).
By OmarGM Specialist
26/10/2021 Q: What is the recommended bolt torque for the copier bracket bolt?
A:
The recommended bolt torque is 95 Nm (70 lb. ft.).
By BobGM Specialist
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