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Old 11-03-2008 | 02:27 PM
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When I brake from higher speeds I begin swerving to the left. My rotors look pretty old and rusted, so I began wondering if bad or warped rotors can cause the swerving? I've also noticed that at low speeds (30mph or lower) I hear squeaking from what I believe is the rear of the car. Sort if in the pattern as if a squeaky toy was glued to one of my tires. It's not very loud, but it's noticeable. Could this be related?
Old 11-03-2008 | 08:07 PM
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Could be a collapse brake hose or bad calipers that is causing the pull while braking and the squeak from the rear I'm still trying to figure it out myself

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Old 11-11-2008 | 10:18 PM
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Well I just picked up a set of drilled/slotted rotors and hawk pads. I'm going to install them tomorrow.

But is it possible that my ABS was the issue?
Old 11-12-2008 | 06:03 PM
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Hmm...well if it was an ABS issue, I'd imagine the "ABS" light would illuminate?
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the ABS is an electronical unit anything wrong with it will illuminate the ABS light, could be a loose caliper or ball joints or bushings holding the lower control arms
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Just installed four brand new drilled and slotted rotors for $40 each with hawk pads in the front. I stop on a freakin' dime.





I'll get shots of them on my car later. I put them on despite having the flu...
Old 11-13-2008 | 06:19 PM
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Did you grease the hell out of the slider pins - and replace any of the rubber boots/ grease retainers (seals) that were damaged?


Originally Posted by 96blackta
Just installed four brand new drilled and slotted rotors for $40 each with hawk pads in the front. I stop on a freakin' dime.





I'll get shots of them on my car later. I put them on despite having the flu...




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