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Storing freshly turned rotors

Old Apr 11, 2010 | 11:43 PM
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So I just ordered some new pads and rotors on all four corners. My OEM rotors are fine (one rear is warped) but I just wanted to get new all the way around prepin' for my trip from DC to cali. So, I want to keep the old rotors and store then, but I want to turn them first. Is there a good way to store them after they have been turned so I can use them at any time?
 
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Old Apr 12, 2010 | 12:01 AM
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Most uncoated rotors are stored with an oil. You could rub on any kind of motor oil or trans fluid. WD would work too. Then spray with brake cleaner when ready to install.
 
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Old Apr 12, 2010 | 12:04 AM
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Why not store them as is, and when you're ready to use them get them cut.
 
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Old Apr 12, 2010 | 12:13 AM
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Originally Posted by mopar6spd
Why not store them as is, and when you're ready to use them get them cut.
I have a hook up and can get them turned for next to nothing and when I move, I wont have the hook up to get them done. I will use some tranny oil them to store them. What is WD oil?
 
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Old Apr 12, 2010 | 12:16 AM
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they cost like $5 per rotor to turn if that at any shop.
 
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Old Apr 12, 2010 | 12:19 AM
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I think he meant WD-40
 
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Old Apr 12, 2010 | 07:54 AM
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When I had spare heads, I would keep them in buckets of used oil. When I had spare bare blocks I coated the cylinders with grease and the same with cranks.
 
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Old Apr 12, 2010 | 06:43 PM
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Originally Posted by AF_HEMI
they cost like $5 per rotor to turn if that at any shop.
Wow, I'm in the wrong state. Everyone here wants (if they even do them) 20 bucks a rotor!
 
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Old Apr 12, 2010 | 07:34 PM
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I was just about to say... where you getting $5 at?!
 
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Old Apr 12, 2010 | 08:09 PM
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shoot I can buy new rotors for 20 a piece at Fleet Farm! I'd do that!
 
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