Re: front brake pads on 5000 turbo

[duane@zk3.dec.com (Andrew Duane AUEG)]

> The dealer says that just
> the pads will do; an independent Audi mechanic says that unless the
> rotors are almost intact, they should be replaced as well -- "they're
> unusually thin, and won't stand being machined": he hasn't seen the
> car yet, though.

I just went through the back brakes on my '89 100Q, and had the
fronts inspected. While some shops will try to turn rotors, there
is not really enough material to turn them and maintain the minimum
thickness. My rotors were at .820 (I think), minimum is .815".
Not enough left. I've been told to replace the rotors when the
pads need it, probably this summer or fall.

THe good news is that Imparts has good rotors for $45 each, I think.
Since turning them costs probably $20-25, it hardly seems worth
taking the chance. Then, I'm fussy about brakes and tires.

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