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May 13, 2010 | 08:28 PM

M88

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Front Rotor Question

Our 2001 F350 SRW 4x4 nees front rotors NOW. They are just in real rough shape.

Looking online I find two different types of rotors listed; the type where the rotor is just a rotor and the type where it is just a hub.

Which one does this truck use?

To me, it looks like it's just a rotor and to change it I would take off the caliper bracket and replace the rotor.

Any suggestions?

May 13, 2010 | 08:39 PM

Rugby3

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It's just a rotor. The hub is separate.

May 14, 2010 | 04:43 PM

StevieD6262

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Separate Rotor. I just replaced mine. The rotor cost about $110 at NAPA

May 14, 2010 | 05:04 PM

BigPigDaddy

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Quote:

Originally Posted by M88

To me, it looks like it's just a rotor and to change it I would take off the caliper bracket and replace the rotor.

You are correct!

May 15, 2010 | 12:04 AM

wallz

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Here ya go, even torque specs and pictures to make it easier for ya. Welcome to guzzle's Powerslot/Hawk pads brake Maintenance Web Page

May 16, 2010 | 11:18 AM

texastech_diesel

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4wd uses the top hat design that slides right on. 2wd trucks use rotors that are connected to the spindle, and are a PITA to change, those are probably the other kind you're seeing

Jul 19, 2010 | 02:39 PM

white dually

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I have a 2002 Super Duty 4WD dually. Does this truck have the top hat style? I know there is a spacer attached to the front part of the rotor assembly. Just don't know if I have to pull the bearings in order to replace the front rotors.