Brake Pulses
May 8, 2006 | 10:39 PM
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Burning Brakes
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From: Colorado Springs CO
Brake Pulses
My 93 feels like it pulses when I do a normal brake. It almost feels like a warped rotor. This is my first C4 and I don't now what to expect.
Any Ideas?
TIA
May 8, 2006 | 10:45 PM
Melting Slicks
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From: Las Vegas Nevada
Is there anything that makes you suspect it could be anything but a warped rotor? That is what it sounds like.
As far as rotor replacment it is as straight foreward as any other car. Quality rotors are reasonably priced too.
May 9, 2006 | 09:57 AM
Le Mans Master
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I think you can expect to find warped rotor(s).
Be well,
SJW
May 9, 2006 | 10:14 AM
Race Director
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From: SCMR Rat Pack'r Charter Member..Great Bend KS
Quote:
Originally Posted by SJW
I think you can expect to find warped rotor(s).
Yep, not uncommon.
Brakes should not pulse under normal use.
You can also cure this by having the rotors turned by a competent shop.
Larry
code5coupe
May 9, 2006 | 11:49 AM
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Burning Brakes
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From: Colorado Springs CO
Thanks everyone
May 9, 2006 | 12:37 PM
Le Mans Master
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Be sure to always torque your wheel lugs properly.
Be well,
SJW
May 9, 2006 | 02:18 PM
Le Mans Master
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From: seattle WA
I think a bad caliper can cause that too, at least on my Explorer it did.