Don't Replace Your Brake Rotors Before Watching This!
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- čas přidán 23. 07. 2024
- In this video, Josh explains how to keep your brake rotors and drums from wearing out as well as how to fix damaged ones so you never have to replace them again!
Good brake rotors can be $expensive$ and mechanics will often tell you to replace them before it's necessary because, well, they're in the business to make money not save you money!
Josh walks you through a few key driving tips that will save your brake rotors and he explains the often overlooked option of resurfacing damaged rotors which can save you $100's of dollars.
Make sure to watch to the end so you don't miss out on any money-saving advice!
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00:00 Beginning
00:17 Introduction
00:37 Rotors Explained
00:57 1st tip
01:58 2nd tip
02:20 3rd tip - Resurfacing - Auta a dopravní prostředky
Down shifting to slow your car down is going to wear out the transmission faster. I would much rather replace rotors more often than wear out a transmission.
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Not downshifting properly it won’t. He’s not saying dropping it from 5th down to 2nd at 65mph. Downshifting doesn’t ruin your tranny just like shifting up through the gears doesn’t.
CarCare Nut, a master Toyota mechanic says this as well (namely, brakes are cheaper than transmissions - implying you are adding unnecessary wear and tear on the transmission by down shifting). I'm no mechanic so I don't know who to believe.
Agree. New set of routers for example: $160-$240 and you can replace them yourself - no special tools needed. Worn transmission, gears, clutches - how much is that going to take and you need tools and knowledge. Cost of repairing transmission or replacing it will run into thousands of $$$.
@@deanito1968friction material is friction material. No matter if its in a transmission or brakes or even the tires themselves, friction material wears more when it is used more. If you're downshifting at higher RPMs you will wear more friction material than at lower RPMs no matter how "properly" someone says they downshift.
Just use your brakes and downshift sometime before you stall and everything will be fine.
As long as you down shift before going too fast (to avoid slamming down a gear) the engine is doing the slowing, not the transmission. Sure rotors are cheaper but it only takes one long steep hill to ruin rotors and create dangerous brake shake. $250 for new rotors where I live would add up to a new transmission in about 2 years ;)
One thing that's important any time you remove a wheel is to torque the lugs when installing them. You don't want to distort the rotor by uneven tightening. Also, you don't want the wheel coming off. Find the torque setting for your car
Great video. Downshifting down hills is important. Ignore the negative comments. No good deed goes unpunished. People will criticize even while you’re trying to help.
I appreciate this! I love in an apartment complex with steep ramps in the parking garage and my breaks have started vibrating when I brake hard.
Hey hello should I use trq front rotors & pads on 05 Buick park Ave
Just got my brake pads and rotors replaced and I’ve now driven my truck for a good 6 hours (mostly highway time) but the squeaking and scraping sound is driving me nuts. Mechanic that did the job says it’s normal but is it? How long till they brake in?
I recently did a complete brake replacement on my 2017 Camry and intended to get my rotors resurfaced, but no one in my area offers that service any longer.
I ended up purchasing high carbon, coated rotors and quality ceramic pads and my car brakes just as good as the OEM equipment. No regrets..
Great!
It doesn't matter if there is literally only one way to do something, there will still be someone who has a different answer. I typically just do what's best for me at the time . He was referring specifically to downhill braking and stopping only and suggesting to not ride your brakes all the way down. He was also saying downshifting at normal speeds for the gear you're in. I do live in a hilly area, and i also drive a manual transmission. Use your best judgment, if your brakes are failry new and in good condition then maybe it makes more sense for you to use your brakes more. With a manual i can either use my brakes, my clutch, or both to slow down. My clutch is in good shape and it still grabs the gear tightly. You know when a clutch is wearing down, similar to brakes you can feel it. It starts maybe slipping just a little, it doesnt grab as tight as it wears down. Now i know a clutch job in my car would cost me $1500 give or take at a shop and that is beyond my experience with working on cars. I just alternate mostly, if i am on a long down slope rhen i just keep it a lower speed and stop accordingly. If i am going faster coming to a light thats green and it turns and i cant make it i will downshift while also applying the brake a little. Sometimes its just brakes and others its just the clutch, just depends on the situation like i said. That clutch is getting wear everytime i drive and i dont think using it in that manner here and there is adding thag much more to it likewise i dont believe i am extending the life that much longer if i don't use it. Bottom line, just use it how you feel best. Like I said i choose how i will stop based on that situation .
Good tip but it's harder and harder to find shops that will resurface rotors these days. Any suggestions in finding shops that will do it?
Hey Budget Mechanic,
I love your videos. I got a 2023 i4 Tacoma truck after watching your good videos.
Would you mind posting video on Tacoma engines i4, v6, and the latest turbo i4 in Tacomas in terms of reliability, maintenance, please
Great idea!
great videos keep up , i have a question if you don't mind.
my car shakes a bit when i hit the gas pedal and immediately break and after the shake it accelerate a very bit only happens on very low speed or in the traffic any idea what is the cause?
That’s a tough one, any check engine codes to help you out?
CV axle inner joint bad
What is the best brake rotor for a Uber driver? I am looking for one that can withstand heavy driving and resist warping?
Resurfacing is great in case of rust. This being said, when the rotor is thinned out, nah, new ones.
Thank you I change. My pads it save me lots off money keep pads new😂
Good knowledge and good job sir...love ❤❤❤ from India
a lot of time when i downshift and i dont even need to brake, but cars behind me will think im slow even thought its a red light and there is a suv in front of me.
Where in Hawaii are you? Aloha🤙
Would you recommend EBAY rotors? Great vid thanks
I have no problems with my gold rotors and brakes. Every 3 yrs brake pads with my Verloster Turbo
Well from what I have heard when you rotors wear out once you can resurface them. Then next go around you replace them. Cant go wrong with autozone duralast rotors/brakes.
This guy is dangerous. You shouldn't resurface drilled or slotted rotors. Resurface will not fix warped or overheated rotors. Not measuring the thickness and knowing the spec is dangerous. The piston can only extend so far before it won't reach the rotor. He's a risk to himself and others on the road. After filming this, if he gets into an accident due.to brake failure, he can be held liable or possibly criminally charged. A mechanic is paid more to cut rotors compared to installing a new set. It's not an upsell.
@@burntsky64he can not be held responsible for someone not doing their own researching prior to making a decision to resurface vs replacement. Lol
Lol, because replacing your transmission is way cheaper than 12 Rotors 😂
Wellll Last time I looked.
Clutches and transmissions are Waaaaay! more expensive wearable break parts.
Nice video. I've known this for decades, problem is I can't seem to find anyone anymore to cut rotors.
O'Reilly
You on Maui?
Big island!
I generally really enjoy your content, you do a great job of explaining how to DIY repairs.
However, I would rather wear out the rotors and pads than risk overheating the AT fluid so I personally wouldn't downshift to extend brake life.
Also, at least on my cars, any time I have seen grooves on the rotors, they are also warped. So, I have never had them resurfaced. Maybe it's just me asking the wrong shops, but resurfacing seems to be expensive where I live.
I also avoid metallic pads, seems like a bad idea to use a pad that's harder than the rotors - pads are a lot cheaper than rotors.
Downshifting won’t overheat AT fluid. The transmission CONNECTS the wheels to the motor, and the dead weight of the idling motor is what slows the car down, not the transmission itself
It's not "warping" it is melted pad material that is spread unevenly.
No no no I would much rather replace rotors then damage my Transmission furthermore, if I had a manual, I would put it in neutral and cost to the stop in order to preserve the Transmission
Take care of your rotors? 🤣🤣🤣 that's how rotors work they turn kinetic energy into HEAT.
ya no, not downshifting an automatic to save on rotors. Better advice is not to brake hard or drag them. On a hill I would drop to a lower gear but not for normal driving.
I use a disc grinder with flexible sanding pad to knock of the rust edges, and also use ceramic pads.
Haha! Dont be silly
No no no I would much rather replace rotors then damage my Transmission
Put a transmission should not be used to stop your car to expensive fails on you. 🕵🏼🕵🏼
1:24 yes - transfer the wear fro easy and cheap to replace brake parts to your transmission and engine 🤦♂️
Huh
@@aliciaherrera7162 If you downshift on a steep hill to save your brakes, you're transferring the stress to your engine instead. I'd rather replace my brake than replace my engine, wouldn't you?
This is a huge misinformation ! I am watching it again simple to give it a thumbs down,,, Do you know how much it costs to replace the transmission,,? I will report it as misinformation
I’m sure the cost varies from state to state…coast to coast.
Reporting it for misinformation? Haha, you are hilarious.
Agreed what a clown....
U can not resurface a warp
OK cheap mechanic 😂
You lost me at "downshift." Moving on.
You say "a lot of auto parts stores resurface rotors" I am 60 yrs old and I have never visited an auto parts store that offers rotor resurfacing. Only know this to be a service offered by dealer service departments. What national franchise autocrats retailers can you name that offers rotor resurfacing service?
In my town O’reillys and car quest both offer this service.
@@BudgetMechanicHawaii I’m on the Central-West coast of New Jersey and there are zero O’Reilys in the entire state. 😂 But, thanks for the retailer name drop. Good Video Post. 👍 Respect ✊🏾