PFC Brakes Officially Launches All-New Website
The new pfcbrakes.com will be updated on a regular basis making it a one-stop shop for all PFC Brakes content, product information and news.
Runout And DTV: Decreasing Comebacks With Two Simple Tools
Even if you use new rotors, your chance of a pulsation comeback could be greater than if you left the old rotors on the vehicle. Runout in the hub and new rotor can stack up to cause disc thickness variation (DTV) in a few thousand miles. DTV is the main cause of pulsation.
VIDEO: Brake Rotors And Anti-Corrosion Coating
Andrew Markel shows how anti-corrosion coating on quality brake rotors can create a win-win for your shop and the customer. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
VIDEO: Brake Noise And Rotor Cleanliness
Andrew Markel answers a question about brake noise and how keeping parts clean can help prevent noise. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper To Bumper Parts Stores.
DuraGo Awarded Outstanding Parts Master Vendor Of The Year Award From Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance
The award recognizes DuraGo for the quality, technology, logistics and overall excellence the company brings to the Parts Master Brake Drum and Rotor program.
Brake Runout TSBs on Pulsation: What do They Mean?
If you are combing through brake technical service bulletins (TSBs) on a repair information database, chances are you will come across a TSB discussing brake pedal pulsation (not warping). Most of the time, the TSB will outline new warranty procedures so the manufacturer can reimburse the dealership. Some recommend improved pads and rotors. Other TSBs
Advance Auto Parts Introduces CARQUEST Platinum Painted Rotors
CARQUEST Platinum Painted Rotors are currently being rolled out to Advance and CARQUEST locations and customers throughout the United States, with availability in Canada beginning in early 2017.
Proper Rotor Service Prevents Comebacks
Everybody who works on brakes knows what brake rotors do. They provide a friction surface for the disc brake pads to rub against when the brakes are applied. The friction created by the pads rubbing against the rotor generates heat and brings the vehicle to a stop.
On-Car Rotor Resurfacing
One of my favorite pieces of shop equipment is the on-the-car brake lathes. Not only does they resurface the rotors to the center line of the wheel bearings, they speed the job up in some cases. Its a win/win situation. I remember the earlier models of on car lathes that were a complete pain to set up. Not with today’s equipment, they are painless if you know wat you are doing.
Rotor Failure: Why Rotors Crack And Make Noise
Just about every rotor is made of cast iron, but what can make or break a rotor are ingredients like carbon, silica and pearlite. Also, how a rotor is cast and cooled can determine its final properties. This is called the science of metallurgy. Ensuring that a rotor has the right metallurgy costs the manufacturer time and money. The raw materials don’t necessarily cost more, but the manufacturing process may require more expensive equipment. The energy and labor costs may also be higher.
BRAKELIGHT: Two Piece Rotors
This rotor gives a new meaning to “two-piece rotor.” According to Andy Polin of AB&S Undercar Specialists, the customer wanted to know why they did not replace the rotors with two-piece rotors like those that were originally on the car.
Brake Job: 2009-2015 Honda Pilot
The second-generation Honda Pilot shares the same platform as the Odyssey minivan and Accord. It also shares a lot of the same complaints concerning “warped” rotors. It is not excess heat that causes brake judder and pulsation, it is lateral runout and disc thickness variation (DTV). The Pilot is sensitive to disc thickness variation. This
