Trail bikes add more suspension, more gravity oriented components (like chunkier tires for better traction and bigger brake rotors), and more relaxed geometry than their XC brethren to make them more capable on all kinds of terrain. Do you see yourself on all-day backcountry epic rides as ...
Brake wear generates dust from the rotors and pads wearing away. As a result, the braking mechanisms can get rusty and dirty. The first part of applying brake lubricant is cleaning them up. Use a die grinder to clear away any rust on parts where you plan to apply lubricant. Grind just ...
If you have disc brakes, your hubs will either be set up for centerlock, or 6 Bolt brake rotors. Centerlock rotors are quicker to install, you just need to thread one nut over the rotor, but you need a special tool to do this, and centerlock rotors often end up with a little play...
If you need to remove a brake rotor for repair or replacement, chances are the rotor is rusted stuck. Rust and corrosion caused by constant exposure to the elements can cause a brake rotor to weld itself onto the hub. There are many different ways to remove a stuck brake rotor, ranging ...
Step by step process for replacing the brakes, pads and rotors, on an LR3 or Range Rover Sport. Doug goes over quick tips and the actual brake replacement procedure to make your life easier.
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When you inspect the brake rotors on your Chevy Uplander, you need to check them thoroughly. Some light grooves on the surface of the rotor may seem insignificant. The fact is, if the brake pads cannot grip the surface solidly, they will not work properly. Check to be sure there is no...
The derailleurs and cassette can also benefit from a drop or two of lubricant. Apply the lubricant to the moving parts and pivot points, being careful not to get any lubricant on the brake rotors or rubber components where traction is necessary. ...
One of those brake parts is your vehicle's brake pads. Brake pads are a key brake part because they are the component that contacts and applies pressure and friction to a vehicle's brake rotors -- those flat, shiny discs that you can sometimes see just behind the wheels of some vehicles...
How does an eddy current brake stop something moving? Suppose we have a railroad train that's actually a huge solid block of copper mounted on wheels. Let's say it's hurtling along at high speed and we want to stop it. We could apply friction brakes to the wheels—or we could stop ...