VIDEO: Brake Rotor Minimum Thickness Specification
Andrew Markel visits minimum wear specification on brake rotors and how the specification is related to brake pad wear and how far the caliper has to push the pads. Sponsored by Nissan.
Measuring Brake Rotors Matters
Measuring the rotor thickness should be part of any brake job. Even if it looks like it is below specifications, it should be measured and documented on the repair order.
VIDEO: Brake Noise And Rotor Cleanliness
Andrew Markel answers a question about brake noise and how keeping parts clean can help prevent noise.
VIDEO: Brake Torque Variation (BTV)
Andrew Markel describes brake torque variation, how it can be caused by customer habits, and how it can be prevented on every brake job.
Proper Rotor Service Prevents Comebacks
Uneven rotor wear often produces variations in thickness that can be felt as pedal pulsations when the brakes are applied.
Brake Rotor Finishing: Non-Directional For Maximum Smoothness
The surface finish of a new or resurfaced rotor should meet OEM specifications for good braking performance, pedal feel and quiet operation.
Brake Rotor Failure: Why Rotors Crack And Make Noise
The prices of rotors seem to be dropping the past few years. Call just about any parts supplier and they can quote you a vast range of prices for the same application. And when you compare the rotors side-by-side, they may look the same, but the difference between a comeback and a satisfied customer is often at the microscopic level.
Change Your Mind When It Comes To Rotor, Pulsation Comebacks
How do you handle a pulsation or comeback? Blame the pads? The driver? Defective rotor?
