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Sedans Honda Accord Honda Accord Brake Questions
198 messages, Last post on Dec 02, 2009 at 4:18 AM
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Just bought a 97' with 111,000 miles on it several days ago. Have since noticed that when breaking at 55+ MPH the front end shakes. Until reading these other posts, I wasn't sure what the problem likely was--the rotors??? This car supposedly went through a 110-point inspection!! Apparently, rotors would have been included had they done a 111-point inspection?? It is also apparent that they don't test drive their vehicles before servicing them..or atleast not at 55 MPH... I purchased the car "As Is" (no warranty). Sounds like I'm out of luck??
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Replying to: tomadian (Jul 29, 2008 7:20 pm) Always try, even if you don't succeed. In answer to your first question; yes, it sounds like the brake rotors are warped. |
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Replying to: tomadian (Jul 29, 2008 7:20 pm) But heck, if they advertise they do a 110 point inspection, then it's worth it to complain a little and see if they'll put a new set of rotors on for you. However, you'd never catch warped rotors with a 'visual' 110 point inspection.
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Replying to: kiawah (Jul 30, 2008 3:20 am)
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Replying to: thegraduate (Jul 30, 2008 6:27 am) Hopefully, the rotors will just need turned. What kind of bill should I expect on average??
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Replying to: tomadian (Jul 30, 2008 2:41 pm)  I honestly do not remember what turning the rotors cost me, but I know it wasn't out-of-this world. |
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Personally, I'd just replace the rotors with new ones. Less labor, better rotors. Don't know the typical labor rate for cutting rotors in your area, compared to buying new, but they may only be a couple bucks more. You cut the rotors, and they are thinner,. Assuming they can get them smooth and straight again, they will now warp in the future easier under heavy braking conditions. You also don't know at all what was done to them in the past. |
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07 I4 Manual, 56K My right rear brake started to squeal. It is intermittent and not consistent. It happens while driving without pressing the brakes and sometimes becomes more pronounced when applying the brakes after squeal begins. A few posts back I saw recommendations to inspect the dust shield for bends or debris stuck in them. I will be doing this soon. Any other recommendations. Also, has anyone had a personal experience with any aftermarket (non O.E.M.) rotors and pads? I am fine investing in a higher quality product if one is out there. I am not unhappy with the factory brakes just curious if better brakes are out there which are reasonable. Thanks guys, look forward to hearing everyone's advice/opinions. PS ~ If I do not get much response in the next few days I will be re-posting this in the General Maintenance forum as well.
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Replying to: f0rl0rn (Jan 15, 2009 10:43 am) Tirerack.com has reviews for aftermarket pads and rotors. You might want to check that out.
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Replying to: elroy5 (Jan 15, 2009 4:15 pm) I have looked at Tire.Rack for a number of different things. I just wanted some personal, anecdotal experiences from anyone who had success. I am sure TireRack makes money off of the parts they sell so they would obviously speak well of them. Any way, thanks for the advice. |
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