DML,
The best way to avoid rotor warping is always hand torquing the lug nuts in
a star pattern. NEVER allow the use of pneumatic impact drivers on your
truck...EVER! Always watch those tires guys when they remove and install
your wheels, and make sure both operations are done with Hand tools. Ive
never had a rotor warp under "normal" driving (If you know me, Youd know I
dont drive normally most of the time:^)) BUT I have dealt with warped rotors
on my friends vehicles. Each time, the warp was noticed right after a tire
rotation or a new set of tires were installed...My .02
BKB
-----Original Message-----
From: HKUSP40578@aol.com [mailto:HKUSP40578@aol.com]
Sent: Friday, December 04, 1998 9:27 AM
To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
Subject: Re: DML: Brake rotors
It still seems like Chrysler isnt the culprit here for producing low quality
rotors. The ONLY reason you need to turn rotors is if they are groved from
the
owner not checking them too often and the metal from the pads, once the pads
are worn down, are digging into the rotors. It's all about preventative
maintenance. Like I said before, I still have the factory rotors on my 93
Dakota 4x4 with over 97,000 miles on it. I ahve gotten them turned I believe
3
times.....the next time I do a brake job on my 93 I am going to go ahead and
replace them anyways, just due to the fact that if they were to be turned
again, they wouldnt not be within acceptable specs. Just my OPINION!
Remember, dont punish the trigger, punish the finger. This statement also
applies to drivers and brake rotors! :)
Kyle
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