Warped rotors are one of those hideously expensive service items that should never really happen if you change pads regularly, but when it does – it can be a bit of a fright when you see the repair bill for a new set of rotors. While it’s common for us at Budget Brakes to see people come in only at the very last stages of brake failure, we also know that if you guys came in a bit sooner – you’d save a small fortune.
Warped rotors really are a common sight at Budget Brakes, and the signs are vibration in the steering wheel when you brake, a pulsating brake pedal and increased stopping distances. Truthfully, it happens because either the pads haven’t been changed regularly, as the result of aggressive braking or finally because of hot brake pad material sticking to the rotor. When it gets too bad, the only solution is to replace them.
The good news is that if the problem is rotor wear and not material adhesion, it’s possible to switch rotors just as you do tires. This might help to save on expensive repair bills, but at Budget Brakes – the recommendation when it comes to brakes is to always replace with new as even if you do switch rotors, the old rotors will wear brake pads quicker.
To prevent warped rotors, the secret is to drive carefully, take advantage of engine braking and to avoid applying your brakes when they are hot and your vehicle is stationary. If you’re suffering from what you think is warped rotors, drop in at Budget Brakes, where we specialize in brakes, suspension and wheel alignment.
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