S80: Wheels/Brakes - A question about V70 Rotors

dean82 · Jun 1st, 2007, 04:17

I own a Volvo V70 station wagon and I got just got my Volvo Rotors replaced a yesterday. When i picked up my car from the mechanic on the same day, i wasn't able to see the changes made because I was quite in a hurry. I have not seen anything wrong with the work. But when I checked it today, I saw that my car's right rotors were the only one replaced. When i phoned my mechanic, he said that the left rotors were still okay so he didn't replace it. But I think otherwise.

What do you guys think? I'm quite a newbie on mechanics so i need your expert opinion on this. Thanks in advance!

SIAMBLUE · Jun 1st, 2007, 04:21

Hi Dean you should always replace tyres,suspension or brakes, in new pairs,

it would be dangerous not too,

Gary.

Alec Dawe · Jun 1st, 2007, 07:27

I always thought that Rotors was wot a helicopter had to get if to fly.

I reckon you'll have a hell of a job getting a V70 off the ground with those. Disc brake discs however should always be replaced in pairs or you get the probability of unever braking distribution from side to side, and pulling to, one side when under heavy braking.

I always understood that the brake discs were only sold in pairs, and that the pairs were machined from the same 'cast' of metal as well, in case of minute friction characteristic differences between different 'casts' of metal.

pookie · Jun 1st, 2007, 11:35

Brake discs/rotors should ALWAYS be replaced in pairs.

Pookie.

JIM C · Aug 16th, 2007, 13:39

They must be taking the mick. As above they should always be replaced in pairs.

Viper_7 · Aug 16th, 2007, 13:45

Agreed.

Why are they called 'Rotors' They are simply Brake discs!

JIM C · Aug 16th, 2007, 13:49

Rotors as every one knows as you mentioned are brake discs in english. Rotors in english are as described as the blades of a helicopter. I find it all very funny different the use of different terms.

Jun 1st, 2007, 04:17	#1
dean82 New Member Last Online: Jun 1st, 2007 04:23 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: NY	A question about V70 Rotors I own a Volvo V70 station wagon and I got just got my Volvo Rotors replaced a yesterday. When i picked up my car from the mechanic on the same day, i wasn't able to see the changes made because I was quite in a hurry. I have not seen anything wrong with the work. But when I checked it today, I saw that my car's right rotors were the only one replaced. When i phoned my mechanic, he said that the left rotors were still okay so he didn't replace it. But I think otherwise. What do you guys think? I'm quite a newbie on mechanics so i need your expert opinion on this. Thanks in advance!

Jun 1st, 2007, 04:21	#2
SIAMBLUE Premier Member Last Online: Apr 18th, 2024 03:43 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Ilford, Essex. View Photos By: SIAMBLUE	Hi Dean you should always replace tyres,suspension or brakes, in new pairs, it would be dangerous not too, Gary. __________________ V70 P2 facelift T5 2.4 6sp manual SE Silver pearl (2005) 210k stage 2 315bhp V70 P2 facelift D5 6sp manual E4 Sport SE Ocean Race Blue pearl (2005) 97k, standard.

Jun 1st, 2007, 07:27	#3
Alec Dawe Former Support Team Last Online: Jan 26th, 2024 11:26 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Nr Norwich	I always thought that Rotors was wot a helicopter had to get if to fly. I reckon you'll have a hell of a job getting a V70 off the ground with those. Disc brake discs however should always be replaced in pairs or you get the probability of unever braking distribution from side to side, and pulling to, one side when under heavy braking. I always understood that the brake discs were only sold in pairs, and that the pairs were machined from the same 'cast' of metal as well, in case of minute friction characteristic differences between different 'casts' of metal. __________________ Alec. (My other car is a WD 2-10-0)

Jun 1st, 2007, 11:35	#4
pookie Premier Member Last Online: Apr 2nd, 2021 21:13 Join Date: May 2006 Location: Stockport	Brake discs/rotors should ALWAYS be replaced in pairs. Pookie. __________________ Growing old disgracefully

Aug 16th, 2007, 13:39	#5
JIM C Forum Support Team Last Online: Jul 4th, 2021 16:28 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Scotland View Photos By: JIM C	They must be taking the mick. As above they should always be replaced in pairs. __________________

Aug 16th, 2007, 13:45	#6
Viper_7 Premier Member Last Online: Aug 30th, 2013 17:33 Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: York	Agreed. Why are they called 'Rotors' They are simply Brake discs! __________________ S60 D5 SE 2004 Titanium Grey Winter Pack Mods: Volvo Tax disc holder - increases power output by 5% Child Seat Rear and side Volvo fitted blinds. Tree Sap from May - July. Removed at least 46 cup holders for weight reduction.

Aug 16th, 2007, 13:49	#7
JIM C Forum Support Team Last Online: Jul 4th, 2021 16:28 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Scotland View Photos By: JIM C	Rotors as every one knows as you mentioned are brake discs in english. Rotors in english are as described as the blades of a helicopter. I find it all very funny different the use of different terms. __________________

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