Mitch1204
Junior Member
- Joined
- Feb 11, 2019
- Posts
- 21
- Reaction score
- 7
- Location
- Dayton, TN
- Ram Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 5.9L Cummins Diesel
Approaching 40k miles and I suppose I should consider changing the pads, I’ve heard mixed opinions saying resurfacing isn’t ideal and you should just replace to Rotors and start from scratch with a fresh set of pads, what would you do?
Why do you replace rotors or get them turned? They can warp from excess heat and braking over time. Does your steering wheel shake back and forth when braking? Yes, then turn or replace them.
Some people neglect their brakes then you get down to metal against metal cutting grooves into your rotor. Definitely replace.
If none of the above is happening then just knock the glaze off the rotors with sandpaper. One thing I see most people miss is cleaning up and greasing your pad and pin sliding points. Replace brake hardware if necessary. If you buy new rotors it's a good time to buy new wheel bearings and a dust seal.