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Old Oct 18, 2008 | 07:36 PM
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Rotora Slotted rotors

I replaced the OEM rotors at 21K miles with a set of Rotoras and OEM pads, the car now has 62K miles using the same pads. I am starting to feel some vibration again when braking. It is time for a rotor replacement, I think. Can these slotted rotors be turned?
Does anyone know how long a set of Rotora Rotors are warrantied for? Would power slot rotors be a good replacement? What would you guys recommened?
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Old Oct 19, 2008 | 12:09 PM
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if you got a guy who knows what he's doing and he moves tightens those triangular cutters on the brake lathe very small amounts each time. i had a buddy back at the dealer i used to work at who did the rotors on is 240sx. they were drilled slotted. he went very slow and it took a LONG time but they turned out fine.
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Old Oct 19, 2008 | 12:45 PM
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i wouldn't think the rotora rotors would need replacing yet (only 40K miles)- how do the pad surfaces look? how about the rotor surface?
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Old Oct 19, 2008 | 01:28 PM
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I think it's a bit too early for the rotors to warp.
Check the pads for remaining life and try cleaning the rotor surface by doing a series of emergency stops.
I'm sure there's a detailed how-to guide for brake runs here somewhere.
If that didn't help, then you can start looking into new rotors.
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Old Oct 19, 2008 | 04:59 PM
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They look fine. Normal wear. Pads still have life left in them and the rotors appear shiny without rings on their surfaces.
What should I look for?
I agree that they don't have a lot of miles on them, but the steering wheel is begining to shudder under hard braking.
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Old Oct 19, 2008 | 06:34 PM
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have you done a re-bed as mentioned before? that might clear up the vibration. if not, have a mechanic take a look.
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Old Oct 20, 2008 | 12:03 PM
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My daughters Accord has powerslot cross-drilled rotors and was having same symptoms. Did the re-bed trick and they are now good to go. Would suggest doing that before dropping any $$$.
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Old Oct 20, 2008 | 12:40 PM
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If you are hard on your brakes, 40 K is normal wear and tear. I put my brakes in the same catagory as tires.
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Old Oct 20, 2008 | 07:13 PM
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Thanks, I'll try the re-bed and see if that clears things up.
Thanks again
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