coated/plated rotors
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coated/plated rotors
http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/brake...ar=&perfCode=A
these for example, how long does it take for the coating to wear through, or is it somehow tough enough to not do so?
these for example, how long does it take for the coating to wear through, or is it somehow tough enough to not do so?
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Rep Power: 319 coating is for reducing corrosion when not in use on a car...the rotor surface once used will start to rust even after cleaning the rotor with brake cleaner b4 install
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Originally Posted by kiwi133
so whats the point? keep rust from forming on the edges/inner venting/mounting surfaces? where the pads don't touch?
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Rep Power: 327 actually it does help prevent rust formations on the hub surface that can cause run out in the rotor surface over time. Not a factor here in idaho much. But i guess in salt country it could be
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