break in the brakes
hidden1
09-24-2011, 10:23 PM
What is the technique used to break in a new set of both front pads and rotors.
Has new calipers also.
Has new calipers also.
gmtech79
09-24-2011, 10:36 PM
Usually about 20-25 medium stops is what is recommended to get pads worn to the rotors. Let them cool though after every few stops for a few minutes.
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hidden1
09-28-2011, 06:53 PM
at what mph.60 down to 15? when firmly braking strong.
gmtech79
09-28-2011, 07:27 PM
Oh sorry forgot speed. At about 25-30mph until stopped.
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hidden1
10-02-2011, 09:10 PM
so its ok to come to complete stop or do i need to try to avoid complete stops due to heat
alloro
10-02-2011, 09:12 PM
so its ok to come to complete stop
Yes it is.
Yes it is.
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