Aluminum Brake Rotors

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    • May 22, 2016 at 4:15 am #66251
      Jeffrey May
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      I recently purchased a set of used front brakes for a vintage Emmick.

      The rotors were made from aluminum.

      I was just wondering, What is special about this aluminum? Is it hardened or coated with something special for wear?

      Should I consider replacing with new iron or steel discs?

      Thanks,

      Jeff

    • May 22, 2016 at 7:29 am #66257
      Greg Wright
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      You have to run a specific brake pad with aluminum rotors. Me? I wouldn’t use them.

      Greg Wright
      Rapid Racing Inc.
      Vintage B-Stock Pilot
      "When in doubt Gas it, It won't help but it ends the suspense."

    • June 4, 2016 at 8:37 pm #66808
      Walt Gifford
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      Do they look like they’ve been used with out problems? What brand are they?

      FAA certified jet engine and aircraft technician,
      Nicholson Speedway class champion 2001,
      Yamaha KT100 Service Center,
      41 years karting experience

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