Warped rotors

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  1. cowboy

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    So, My front left rotor is warped. Or I think it is, I get a vibration while braking, and if I drive slow enough after braking, say like under 10mph it squeals, like a stuck pig. I took off the wheels and looked at the pads so they are still good. By the naked eye I can't see any warping but that wheel sure does get hot and smelly after a bit.

    So I guess the I should replace the rotors, question is can I get away with the same pads or should I replace those too? The pads are HAWK LTS
     
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    replace the pads also. if the rotors are shot the pads are too
     
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    We use to own an Accord that acted like it had a warped rotor and it ended up being just the pads. I replaced the factory pads and never had the problem again.


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    x2...even if they were still good, if your already replacing the rotor, might as well replace the pads while you have the caliper off
     
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    I was looking for a cheap way to repair it. :jester:


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    nick you could allways just have the rotors turned and replace the pads...its a lil cheaper and just as effective bud
     
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    can you do that with slotted and drilled rotors? thats what I get for going with the cheap ass ones.
     
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    my x2 was meant for ricky's comment...you just ninja'd me :jester:
     
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    i think so...not for sure though....you can allways just call the parts house and ask them...they can tell you...you want me to call my parts guy and find out?
     
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    if you wouldn't mind. doug thanks
     

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