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Aug 21, 2012 | 08:32 PM

wicat3

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Brake question

Hey guys I have noticed this problem a bit but didnt think much of it till today. When going down a hill around 30-35 mph while on the brakes it seems to pulsate. Im wondering what I could do to fix this? I was thinking front brakes but they didnt look all that bad. I dont know how old they are but they dont look bad. Also I know I need a front end alignment, which is the next thing on the list of to do things. So I was just woindering if the pulsating from the front end or the brakes or what? Any help would be great, Thanks

Aug 21, 2012 | 08:41 PM

sccamper

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Sounds like your front rotors may be slightly warped. Can be resurfaced if they are not too thin all ready. If you have worn/loose steering components, it could make the pulsation worse.

Aug 21, 2012 | 09:01 PM

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Sounds like your front rotors may be slightly warped. Can be resurfaced if they are not too thin all ready. If you have worn/loose steering components, it could make the pulsation worse.

This. Have them check the rotors and turn them if necessary(and possible) When you get the alignment done.

Aug 22, 2012 | 05:53 AM

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Thanks guys. The rotors didn't look bad but I might have them turned when I get the alignment. Do the rotors have to be off the truck to be turned?

Aug 22, 2012 | 06:25 AM

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There are on car lathes to resurface rotors on vehicle. The one I have access to doesnt fit my truck. 94 2wd. Other types of lathes would fit. You can check the rotors with a dial indicator to see if they are warped.

Sep 5, 2012 | 07:17 PM

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I was going to change my rotors and looking for the best prices and all when I thought of something that i was wondering could cause my brake problem. My back drums the lips are starting to rot away would this cause them to pulsate and act up when braking? I notice it seems like the truck warms up or gets hot while driving in a short time and thats when it becomes noticable. I drive about 12 miles to work and I start to notice it about 2-3 miles down the road and its light braking but it seems to get worse as I go farther and longer. Any help would be great. If its the rotors I have no problem replacing them just want to fix it not just dump money I dont have into something when i could wait.