BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING
Machining vs Replacement
Machining your Rotors may cost you a lot more than you think.
Some mechanics will advise to machine your rotors each time you change your pads. However, there are two major factors to be considered before you do this:
A) The condition of the rotors inspected
B) If the Rotors have been machined previously, and how many times, as there are minimum Rotor thickness specifications from each manufacturer.
Our Top 5 considerations when deciding between Rotor Replacement or Machining.
Brake Rotor Replacement
- We stock a wide range of Rotors with Standard Rotors starting from around $50 a pair which would likely be less than your Machining costs.
- No reduction in braking capacity.
- Rotor operation remain as manufacturer intended.
- Heat dissipation remains normal.
- Option to upgrade your standard Rotors with a better performing Drilled and Slotted Rotor pair to improve braking performance.
To find out what Rotor and Pad combination would work best for you contact us via our
enquiry form here, or email
sales@onlineautoparts.com.au or Phone 07 3265 6228
Brake Rotor Machining
- Cost of Machining can vary greatly depending your provider though allow $50 to $100 a pair.
- Reduction in braking capacity and overall vehicle safety if machined less than vehicle manufacturer standard - Australian Standard AS3617‐1997 4.3 (b)(iii).
- Could increase stopping distance required and prematurely cause "brake fade".
- The more times you machine the rotors, the less heat you dissipate, exposing rotors to possible warping.
- No option to improve your braking performance.
Some other Parts retailers may not be so
Super or
Cheap after all.
We’d like to know
how some other Parts retailers can claim to be so
Super or
Cheap when
we sell some of the exact same Brands and Parts for much less.
The level of savings will of course vary across our wide range of Parts pending your vehicle and fitment, but we think our prices are some of the most ( if not the most ) competitive on the market. We also offer a range of lesser known brands that can help you save even more without sacrificing quality!
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The level of savings will of course vary across our wide range of Parts pending your vehicle and fitment, but we think our prices are some of the most ( if not the most ) competitive on the market. We also offer a range of lesser known brands that can help you save even more without sacrificing quality!
Our Super Saver members automatically save even more on every purchase!* Not a member? No problems, it's Free to join, simply Sign up & Subscribe to Save!
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Please note
Brakes are a vital component of a vehicle. We recommend a qualified technician always perform brake component repairs and upgrades. If you choose to DIY please be sure to check your work carefully before taking a sensible test drive.
