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Do I Really Need New Brake Rotors?
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gigirl
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Oct 22, 2010, 5:12 PM
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Do I Really Need New Brake Rotors?
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02 Ford Explorer 4x4
Took for inspection said I need brake pads for it to pass. They said I need new rotors too (even though the ones I have still pass inspection)
So, do I need new rotors or not?
Was also told I have a broken rear coil spring and leaking strut. Not sure why the vehicle hasn't handled poorly with this problem but I guess I should replace it. Is this common on this vehicle. Seems like this vehicle has a lot of common problems?
Thanks for you input.
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Sidom
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Oct 22, 2010, 7:03 PM
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They need to give you a reason you need rotors.....Rotors have a minimum spec they can be machined to. If they will go below that spec when turned then you would need new ones, if not then they can be machined & reused.
That has frt shocks not struts. It's possible it just has a small leak, that you might not notice. One of the coils on the spring may have collapsed. Does the vehicle sit unevenly? (slightly from side to side)
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gigirl
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Oct 22, 2010, 8:22 PM
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The guy said the rotors would pass inspection, that's why I'm wondering if I really need them. If I do, then I want to make sure I get them, I mean they are brakes so I would like to be sure they're safe.
The "broken" coil and strut are in the rear and no it doesn't seem to sit crooked. It seems to handle ok.
I think I'll have it checked out by another garage and see what they have to say.
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Oct 22, 2010, 9:39 PM
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A 2nd opinion can't hurt..... I would be curious as to the reason for the rotors... Normally when suggesting parts there is usaully a reason for the suggestion.
While not required if one is serverly warp and will get close to min specs after machining, I could see suggesting one. Once a rotor gets warped there is a good chance the warpage will return even after machining so in that case it would be a better idea to put the money towards a new one....
(This post was edited by Sidom on Oct 22, 2010, 9:40 PM)
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There could be different reasons for changing them. Simply meeting the minimum legal requirements might get you through inspection but that could still leave you with performance and noise issues in the brakes that just don't rise to the level of "unsafe"
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gigirl
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Oct 27, 2010, 7:05 PM
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Got a second opinion from a dealer who said I did NOT need rotors or a new strut. I did however, need brake pads and a new coil spring (which was broken all the way at the top) they said they never saw one like it. Anyway, all is taken care of now.
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