Intermittent brakes question
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I've got an '03 R/T... only 34K miles. The brakes seem to have a slight problem. When I'm braking, I apply constant pressure, but the braking seems to be 'wobbly', or intermittent -- basically it feels like I'm shaking fore-aft a little bit. I read on some other forum about some dodge's, have cheap factory rotors that could be causing this and just need to be turned down?? Any suggestions? Only 34k do I need to worry about brakes? Is this something that could be covered under ext. warranty?
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Rotors are a wear item and typically not covered under a warantee.
If your R/T is the (Mitsubishi) coupe, then warped rotors are certainly possible (can't speak for the (Chrysler) sedan). The stock Mitsu. units are a known weakness. My first recommendation is to replace them with better aftermarket quality.
If dollars are tight, have them turned for about $25-$35 to get you by until you can replace them. Yes, if you turn them, they will warp again, and in less time, so start setting pennies aside now...
Whichever your decision, it is best on the rest of your suspension and steering joints to eliminate the shaking as soon as possible, just to prevent premature wear in other items.
2 cents
Vince
If your R/T is the (Mitsubishi) coupe, then warped rotors are certainly possible (can't speak for the (Chrysler) sedan). The stock Mitsu. units are a known weakness. My first recommendation is to replace them with better aftermarket quality.
If dollars are tight, have them turned for about $25-$35 to get you by until you can replace them. Yes, if you turn them, they will warp again, and in less time, so start setting pennies aside now...
Whichever your decision, it is best on the rest of your suspension and steering joints to eliminate the shaking as soon as possible, just to prevent premature wear in other items.
2 cents
Vince
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http://stores.channeladvisor.com/bra...Dodge/Stratus/ Upgrade these are awesome drilled and slotted rotors
http://www.cardomain.com/id/shnormo05 I use them myself on my S10
http://www.cardomain.com/id/shnormo05 I use them myself on my S10
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I have argued against the R1'S before, and don't want to go there unless I really must. Just keep in mind that they are CHEAP.
Cheap is not quality, and "Awesome" is not a rating this produce deserves when compared to more widely respected brands like Powerslot, Powerstop, or Brembo.
I would choose solid core replacements for everyday driving, or step up and put quality slotted (not drilled) rotors on for higher performance.
2 cents
Vince
Cheap is not quality, and "Awesome" is not a rating this produce deserves when compared to more widely respected brands like Powerslot, Powerstop, or Brembo.
I would choose solid core replacements for everyday driving, or step up and put quality slotted (not drilled) rotors on for higher performance.
2 cents
Vince
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