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Old 06-09-2009, 12:35 AM
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Hey, I just had my brakes done 2 weeks ago and when I drive on highway speeds 140km/h when I hit the brakes narmal the steering wheel vibrates.
But my front tires are going to (bald)
BTW I had front rotors and ceramic pads.

any info?
Old 06-09-2009, 12:44 AM
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The vibration in the steering wheel sounds like warped rotors. If these are new rotors, maybe you have some crud behind one or both rotors that isn't letting them sit flush against the hub. that would have the same effect as a warped rotor.

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Well I'm getting it checked out on thursday, the rotor are under warranty from napa auto parts.
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anyone else?
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sorry i think its one of those things you kinda need to take stuff apart to figure out. Personally i would take them off and reseat them but thats me.
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Junk parts, Loose parts, or stuff behind the rotor like was already mentioned



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