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Old Apr 5, 2004 | 07:35 PM
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Default Brake Pad Replacement - Turn Rotors???

Just got a new set of brake pads today and I was wondering if, when I replace the pads should I have the rotors turned? The rotors were replaced about 20k miles ago and look good with no gouges or scoring. What's the right way to do this??? :confused:

Also, anyone know of a good site with a description of the process? Any tips or things I should look out for? 1st time I've done this on a C5...
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Old Apr 5, 2004 | 08:02 PM
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iF not warped I'd reuse them.

Turning makes them thinner and therefore earier to warp.

Else, replace them...what's the cost OEM @ $70 a peice?
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Old Apr 5, 2004 | 09:19 PM
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http://www.z06vette.com/forums/showt...ighlight=brake

Your rotors should be fine.

rockauto.com sells the raybestos rotors for $100 shipped set of 4.
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