Brake rotor runout, pulsating brakes

[ViCap]

I have just replaced the front brake rotors and pads on my 97' CRV and I'm now experiencing major pulsation when I use the brakes. I've read that rotating the rotors on the hub will reduce this on most vehicles but the Honda has two locating screws on the rotor that prevents me from doing this.

Does anyone know what the problem is and how to correct it? The new rotors and pads are made by Monroe.

iIve got to fix this problem fast since the pulsation is so dramatic that the vehicle is a hazard to drive. Any help would be appreciated.

[lorunner]

Take the car to someone who can cut the rotors on the car. Thats the best way to get the rotors true with the hubs.

[ViCap]

Originally Posted by lorunner

Take the car to someone who can cut the rotors on the car. Thats the best way to get the rotors true with the hubs.

I've never heard of that being done. Will a honda service center do this or do I need to find a specialty shop? What kind of price would I be looking at to perform this work?

Do you think the rotors are defective and would trying another set be worth while?

Regards, Vicap

[lorunner]

Yeah i believe all honda dealers have the on car lathe since thats what honda recommends for resurfacing. You could try another set of rotor. Its possible someone dropped them or they were sitting around for a while and became warped.

[ViCap]

Originally Posted by lorunner

Yeah i believe all honda dealers have the on car lathe since thats what honda recommends for resurfacing. You could try another set of rotor. Its possible someone dropped them or they were sitting around for a while and became warped.

I purchased another set of rotors today from Honda and returned the Monroe rotors that were giving me trouble. The pulsation is completely gone and braking is as smooth as silk. Once again, thanks for all your help lorunner.