Brake rotor ?????
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From: long island
2001 S500
Brake rotor ?????
Hey guys only one month in and I have a vibration in rear on decelleration. I had this same issue on my bmw 750il v12 and it was the center support bearing and the cushion. But in this case right after I put the amg wheels I started to get brake niose and brake issues. I was told it could be the rotors so I checked the rear rotors and it looks like the previous owner was doing pad slaps only and not chAnging the rotors because the rotors have a nice groove on the outer edge. Now I'm not a Benz expert yet but it definitely looks like I need to change the rotors.
Should I go to the car stealer for pads and rotors or is there something out there that's a good direct fit. My local guy has pads rotors and sensor in stock for 160.00
I'm hoping this should fix my issue
Thanks for any input
Should I go to the car stealer for pads and rotors or is there something out there that's a good direct fit. My local guy has pads rotors and sensor in stock for 160.00
I'm hoping this should fix my issue
Thanks for any input
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When the AMG wheels were installed, did an installer throw the wheel on and slam down the lugs with a high-power impact wrench? It is possible to warp a rotor with such an installation.
A ridge on the edge of the rotor isn't unusual - the rotors do wear, and eventually need replacement. There will be a minimum thickness specification cast or stamped into the rotor - a quick measurement will tell you whether you are down to the minimum. Warpage or hard spots require replacement regardless of thickness.
A ridge on the edge of the rotor isn't unusual - the rotors do wear, and eventually need replacement. There will be a minimum thickness specification cast or stamped into the rotor - a quick measurement will tell you whether you are down to the minimum. Warpage or hard spots require replacement regardless of thickness.
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You can definitely find them cheaper than at the dealership. Lots of sponsors on this site sell them. http://www.ecstuning.com/, http://www.pelicanparts.com/, http://www.autohausaz.com/ and the list goes on.
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2001 S500
the installer was me and i hand tighten them. should i take the rims off the car or is the damage already done. i didnt have any issues until i put the rims on the car. what will happen if i keep driving the car like this
