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Re: Brakes

To: Michael Ferguson <fergie@ntplx.net>
Subject: Re: Brakes
From: Malcolm Walker <walker05@camosun.bc.ca>
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 1998 11:51:20 -0700 (PDT)
Cc: The Usual Suspects <triumphs@Autox.Team.Net>
On Mon, 17 Aug 1998, Michael Ferguson wrote:

> My local mechanic (non-LBC) tells me that, whenever they install new rotors, 
>they ALWAYS put them on the machine to make sure they are true. Apparently, in 
>their experience, new rotors are not always true so they turn them just a 
>little to be on the safe side. Anyone have an opinion on this?

That may be a "risk management" thing.  Brand-new (v. smooth) rotors will
sometimes squeak.  Turned rotors do not.  So to avoid call-backs where the
proud new owner is complaining about squeaky discs, might as well break
the 'glazed' surface & be done with it.

It's a nice idea, but IMO not necessary.

-Malcolm


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