Robeds81

I have a front end vibration when I brake at speeds over 35. I have new breaks and new tires. Any thoughts?

sylver91

Did it start vibrating right after you got them installed?

Robeds81

They were done shortly before I bought the truck. I don't know if the vibration existed before the break job and tires or not

sylver91

Have it inspected and the balanced checked where you got the work done. New tires can have belts separating and cause vibrations.

Robeds81

Thanks, I'll get it checked out.

broncojunkie

I would double check the rotors. Were they replaced with the new brakes?

Robeds81

I don't think the rotors were replaced. I'll get those checked out also. Is it easily visible if the rotors are warped??

broncojunkie

Nope. I usually just replace them if that happens. You can get them turned, but it's usually almost as cheap to buy new. You can take them off and lay on a flat surface or use a good straight edge to check them. You can also slowly turn them while on the car, watching the gap between the pad and rotor surface. Sometimes it's noticeable, sometimes not. When I do front brakes, I usually just replace the pads, unless the rotors are noticeably bad (grooved or rusty). I'll test them out. If they shake, I'll replace one or both. I usually don't even bother checking them at that point because, in my experience, shaking sensation during breaking has been bad rotors or drums every time.

If you feel it in the steering wheel, it's the front. If you feel it in your seat, but not the steering wheel, it's the back.

Robeds81

Thank you for all the info!

Robeds81

Ok I can tell the rotors need replaced. This truck has front manual locking hubs for the 4 wheel drive. Should I be concerned about any impact or damage to the hubs? Is it easy to remove the rotors with these types of hubs? I looked at the Chilton manual and it doesn't address any concerns or give good steps to replace the rotor from my view.

I appreciate the help here, I'm new to 4wd repairs.