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#72 of 79 Brake Rotor corrosion by ajg617 Apr 04, 2008 (4:17 am)
Hello, noobie here. Right front rotor on my 96 Suburban separated in two (hub and disc) due to heavy corrosion. I live in the northeast. I know that there was a recall for 88-92 Suburbans used in the "salt belt" area but does anyone know if there were any GM publications covering the 96, TSB, dealership advisory, GM corporate bulletin, etc?   Also, can anyone tell me how to determine whether or not the rotor is a factory original? I bought the car with 19K on it and I know that they were resurfaced by my dealer but never replaced.   Many thanks AJG Replies to this message: kiawah (Apr 05, 2008 3:58 am) ajg617 (Apr 11, 2008 12:20 pm)
#73 of 79 Re: Brake Rotor corrosion [ajg617] by kiawah Apr 05, 2008 (3:58 am)
Replying to: ajg617 (Apr 04, 2008 4:17 am) Had a 97 sub, just recently traded it on a 2007 so had it for 11 years.   I am not aware of any TSB.   The front brakes are critical to keep in excellent shape, because of the vehicle weight, the rear drum brakes, and the smaller size of the discs.   Do NOT go cheap on the the rotor replacement. You can get relatively cheap rotors at the chain autoparts stores, but it pays to upgrade to Bendix (they may have to special order it in). I read a comparison years ago, and the metallic makeup and manufacturing heating and cooling process reduces warping of the rotors that can occur under a heavy braking situation.   I dont' remember the prices, but I think like a regular rotor is like 30 or 40 bucks, and a Bendix like 50 or 60 each Having replaced a number of the cheaper ones after warping, I can tell you the labor/hassle savings is well worth the $$'s.   I personally would not consider your original equipment rotors defective having lasted 12-13 years, I'm surprised they haven't been replaced once or twice already. Replies to this message: ajg617 (Apr 11, 2008 12:20 pm)
#74 of 79 Re: Brake Rotor corrosion [kiawah] by ajg617 Apr 11, 2008 (12:20 pm)
Replying to: kiawah (Apr 05, 2008 3:58 am) Yes, looking back, I'm surprised the dealer continued to cut them and didn't say replace them, especially because they were composite. I also had a 95 Suburban and they told me to replace the rotors on that.
#75 of 79 Brakes totally STUCK by zarkonn Apr 13, 2008 (2:48 pm)
Hello, I have a 1997 4x4 Tahoe. - 5.7 The other day when I drove it, it came to a complete slow stop on it's own. When I tried to force it to move, I went about 30 feet and the brakes started to smoke along with that wonderful 'burnt brake' smell.   All 4 wheels seem to be locked up. If I let it sit overnight, they release, but when I try to drive it they lock up again. It happens slowly, it's not a sudden neck jerking stop. I took out the ABS fuse ... didn't help. ANYONE have any ideas as to what this might be?   Thank you.
#76 of 79 Re: 01 suburban rear brake backing plate replacement [chevynut1] by jarrodr Nov 28, 2008 (1:42 pm)
Replying to: chevynut1 (Mar 02, 2008 9:23 am) I had these replaced on my vehicle at the dealer. I am sure they would not tell me about aftermarket parts, so I had to have the axle removed to do it. They did one and told me the other one was fine and that I didn't need to do it, but then I was there again in only 12 months having it done again...I wanted them to pay for the labor because I asked them to do both the first time...idiots.   Although I am mechanically inclined, I don't have the time, so I would refuse such an attempt.   On the other hand, after spending about $4500 on brakes in three years, I am not longer driving the vehicle...this will be the subject of another posting. Nobody can fix my brakes and they have been worth crap for three years. It's a worthless vehicle now and dangerous to drive. Replies to this message: deanstinger (Mar 18, 2009 4:46 pm) jarrodr (Mar 19, 2009 9:13 am)
#77 of 79 Re: 2003 Tahoe rear brake wear? [evilz] by jarrodr Nov 28, 2008 (1:51 pm)
Replying to: evilz (Feb 10, 2007 10:04 am) I am seeing the same problem with my 2001 Suburban 4WD. The rear brakes are shot everytime I go in...in only a few thousand miles since the last time. Personally, I don't even think the front brakes are working as I cannot get this beast to stop. After $4500 in brakes in 3 years I have parked it. It is dangerous to drive and 4 different mechanics have done nothing but put new parts in with virtually no improvement in braking. There is something terribly wrong with the brakes on this truck. I am DISGUSTED with it. I prefer my old 1993 Bronco...tip toe the brakes and they start to grab. fantastic things...and only $14 for a caliper and they are the simplest things too.   Anyone know of an aftermarket system from master cylinder all the way through calipers pad, drums, rotors that will work here?
#78 of 79 Re: 01 suburban rear brake backing plate replacement [jarrodr] by deanstinger Mar 18, 2009 (4:46 pm)
Replying to: jarrodr (Nov 28, 2008 1:42 pm) What did dealer charge to pull rear axle and change backing plate? Replies to this message: jarrodr (Mar 19, 2009 9:13 am)
#79 of 79 Re: 01 suburban rear brake backing plate replacement [deanstinger] by jarrodr Mar 19, 2009 (9:13 am)
Replying to: deanstinger (Mar 18, 2009 4:46 pm) It was all part of the repairs which cost over $600, but I believe the axle alone, with nothing else was over $300 of that...and that was several years ago. If you have one replaced, DO BOTH even if they tell you it isn't necessary. That's what they told me and 12 months later I was paying the $300 plus again to have the other backing plate replaced.

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