Strange Tapping
01-23-2009, 04:29 PM
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Strange Tapping
I think I made a thread about this a while ago but with no resolution.
When I press the brake peddle I feel a strange vibration/tapping. If I had to GUESS I would say it is something rubbing because it does it at a constant rate (ex: 1 time every time the tires go around once, but 100% not sure).
I dont have anti-lock brakes. Do your cars do this?
When I press the brake peddle I feel a strange vibration/tapping. If I had to GUESS I would say it is something rubbing because it does it at a constant rate (ex: 1 time every time the tires go around once, but 100% not sure).
I dont have anti-lock brakes. Do your cars do this?
01-23-2009, 05:11 PM
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I haven't noticed any other movements in the peddle or shaking, but I'll check next time I'm in it.
It makes no sounds
Also if it was warped rotars I'm guessing they aren't covered under factory warranty right?
It makes no sounds
Also if it was warped rotars I'm guessing they aren't covered under factory warranty right?
01-23-2009, 06:39 PM
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If you have REALLY low miles (like 10-12K) there is a chance the dealer will work a deal and cover it as a defective part. But if you are up int he 30's+...no way as it is a "wear and tear" item.
Might be a great time to get GT takeoffs...sort of a "forced" mod that is a "safety item honey...really".
01-24-2009, 11:03 AM
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Yea, a dial indicator and simple magnetic indicator holder
will tell you if your rotors are indeed warped before going
parts buying happy.
The Workshop Manual shows clicking during braking on an
ABS epuipped vehicle to be an "Acceptable Condition".
will tell you if your rotors are indeed warped before going
parts buying happy.
The Workshop Manual shows clicking during braking on an
ABS epuipped vehicle to be an "Acceptable Condition".
01-24-2009, 01:42 PM
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GT rotors $39.99
But you also need the GT caliper brackets as well for the V6 to GT front
brake upgrade and 17" or better rims.
The magnetic indicator holder and Dial Indicator are available thru
www.HarborFreight.com.
Remove rim, replace lug nuts backwards, tighten in a star pattern (very important) mount mag base to spindle, adjust indicator, spin rotor to
check for excessive runout.
Or if you have a lift, you can check rotor runout with the rims
still on the vehicle. You just have to make contact with the rear
of the rotor surface instead of the front surface.
Last edited by 157dB; 01-24-2009 at 04:08 PM.
01-24-2009, 04:06 PM
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Steering wheel?
Brake pedal?
Seat of pants?
Heel of foot?
Drum of ear?
Rods/Cones of eye?
Last edited by 157dB; 01-24-2009 at 04:09 PM.