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A brake lathe is a metal lathe designed for truing the surfaces of automotive brake rotors which the brake pads bear upon.
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Why do you turn or reface a brake drum?
Normally a brake drum is turned or resurfaced using a brake drum lathe. This is usually done at a shop specializing in brake repair, or at a machine shop. Those who have a suitable metal lathe can also turn brake drums.
What do yo call the machine that turns rotors?
Brake Lathe.
Can slotted or drilled rotors be machined in a brake lathe?
Yes. It does not make a difference whether is is the conventional, slotted or drilled rotors. They can all be machined in a brake lathe with the same accurate result.
How do you fix a brake problem that has a bad vibration in brake pedal when stopping?
have your brake rotors turned on a lathe, or replace them with new ones.
Where could a reasonably priced brake lathe be purchased from?
You can find a reasonably priced brake lathe for purchase at Automotive Service Equipment. They have a great selection of brake lathes at reasonable prices. They also provide free shipping on most orders for your convenience.
Do brake rotors need to be replaced if there is no noise shimmy or other brake issues?
When Brake Rotors Are To Thin To Turn On A Brake Lathe To Have The Minumn Thickness. They Need To Be Replaced.
How do you repair drum brake on 1994 gmc sierra?
Brake drums can be resurfaced by turning the brake drum in a brake drum lathe. When the brake drum has deep grooves in it, it cannot be repaired.
How do you turn brake drums on a 1999 Ranger?
Remove the drums and take them to an auto parts store that has a brake drum lathe.
Is it possible to machine brake rotors on a regular lathe or does it have to be a brake specific lathe?
It is possible and often done. The best way to do it though would be to grip the rotor in a way that both sides can be machined without removing it from the lathe before its done. It will have to be set-up and aligned with a dial indicator from the inside faces of the hub.
What does it mean to use a bench mounted brake lathe?
Rotors for disc brakes can be machined on the car or taken off and done. A bench mounted brake lathe does it off of the car. The rotor is clamped on the lathe which turn the rotor and a cutting chisel runs over the face to make a smooth surface. Takes out grooves and any warp there may be in the rotor.
Why would the brake pedal wobble?
Your front brake rotors are warped. They need to be removed and turned true on a lathe. Many auto parts stores offer this service.
Are rusty brake rotors bad?
NO. The rotors will rust overnight if the conditions are right. The rust will be removed the first time the brakes are applied. Yes if the rust has pitted them. Just have them turned on a brake lathe.
