Warped Rotors?
05-06-2016, 02:44 PM
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Warped Rotors?
Hey Guys,
I have a 2005 F 150 4X4 that I think may have warped rotors.
I think it's one or both of the rear rotor(s) Because I feel the vibration more in the Seat than in the steering wheel. and I can feel the peddle "pulse" when I apply the brakes at Slow speeds. Shakes like Heck if I apply heavy at hi speed.
I also noticed that i'm missing a rubber bushing on the front stabilizer (not sure if that has anything to do with it)
Does anyone have any thoughts?
I ordered a new F150 4x4 (8 weeks ago) it is supposed to be in tomorrow. I thinking about fixing the problem before I trade it in, if it's not some major issue. (Don't want to give the dealer any reason to beat me up on the trade value)
I have a 2005 F 150 4X4 that I think may have warped rotors.
I think it's one or both of the rear rotor(s) Because I feel the vibration more in the Seat than in the steering wheel. and I can feel the peddle "pulse" when I apply the brakes at Slow speeds. Shakes like Heck if I apply heavy at hi speed.
I also noticed that i'm missing a rubber bushing on the front stabilizer (not sure if that has anything to do with it)
Does anyone have any thoughts?
I ordered a new F150 4x4 (8 weeks ago) it is supposed to be in tomorrow. I thinking about fixing the problem before I trade it in, if it's not some major issue. (Don't want to give the dealer any reason to beat me up on the trade value)
05-07-2016, 08:03 AM
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Rotors are cheap.. toss a new set on if you feel you need to but, the Dealer is going to beat you up on trade- in price either way.
05-08-2016, 08:25 AM
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Mark
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you can .. like rockauto.com or placeforbrakes.com
05-08-2016, 10:45 AM
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Rotors replaced at 25000 miles
The garage replaced all four rotors yesterday. My 2013 3.5 eb truck has 25,000 miles (40,000km). Originally they were going to machine the rotors but changed their minds so replaced them completely. The brake pads are fine, 6mm lining left. I didn't ask why they replaced the rotors because I'm happy it was all covered under the Ford Maintenance program! I have put about 10,000 km (25% of total) on the truck towing a 25 foot, 6000 lb trailer. Perhaps all the towing warped or stressed out the rotors?
I'm just curious if others had similar experiences?
I'm just curious if others had similar experiences?
05-08-2016, 05:47 PM
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The garage replaced all four rotors yesterday. My 2013 3.5 eb truck has 25,000 miles (40,000km). Originally they were going to machine the rotors but changed their minds so replaced them completely. The brake pads are fine, 6mm lining left. I didn't ask why they replaced the rotors because I'm happy it was all covered under the Ford Maintenance program! I have put about 10,000 km (25% of total) on the truck towing a 25 foot, 6000 lb trailer. Perhaps all the towing warped or stressed out the rotors?
I'm just curious if others had similar experiences?
I'm just curious if others had similar experiences?
towing heavy loads can definitely warp rotors, if they tow alot alot of people upgrade to slotted/drilled rotors. to prevent heat buildup
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05-08-2016, 07:09 PM
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The garage replaced all four rotors yesterday. My 2013 3.5 eb truck has 25,000 miles (40,000km). Originally they were going to machine the rotors but changed their minds so replaced them completely. The brake pads are fine, 6mm lining left. I didn't ask why they replaced the rotors because I'm happy it was all covered under the Ford Maintenance program! I have put about 10,000 km (25% of total) on the truck towing a 25 foot, 6000 lb trailer. Perhaps all the towing warped or stressed out the rotors?
I'm just curious if others had similar experiences?
I'm just curious if others had similar experiences?
05-08-2016, 08:25 PM
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Yes, the trailer has electric brakes. Drove 7,000km to Arizona via Oregon, Idaho, Nevada then back to Vancouver via Nevada, California, Oregon and Washington. So a fair amount of mountain driving. Probably make sense that rotor might warp or wear out to a point. Just wondering if others have had similar experiences or if that was unusual.
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05-10-2016, 06:30 AM
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