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Old 06-16-2010, 12:23 PM
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Originally Posted by MitchBMW
That's interesting, because the shop that I use tells me that the rotors that are on my car are not serviceable.. meaning they can't be turned. I thought that didn't sound right.
Sounds like they were trying to sell you a new set of rotors
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Originally Posted by MitchBMW
What really matters is the actual thickness of the rotors itself. The minimum thickness of the rotors are stamped on the rotor themselves, usually on or inside the hub. If you're within 1mm of the minimum, I'd recommend replacing them as most places will refuse to re-true or turn your rotors. Good luck

That's interesting, because the shop that I use tells me that the rotors that are on my car are not serviceable.. meaning they can't be turned. I thought that didn't sound right.
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Thats the same thing my dealer says as well.
Old 06-16-2010, 02:38 PM
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Managed to find a mobile brake guy, hes installing them for $90
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for the best result it is better to install new disk and pads but you can only install pads only.
I did it in my old e60 and it was fine.
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