I just bought a set of used front brake rotors for a Suzuki GSXR 600 2001 Motorcycle. These rotors are practically new but they have been sitting around for awhile so they are kind of rusty and a bit of an eyesore. I’ve been told you can remove the rust with sandpaper, getting them milled, or just riding them till the brake pads scrape them off. Does anyone know if liquid rust removers (Must for Rust, Bondo Rust Remover etc.) are safe on rotors? I have seen commercials where they show a rusty rotor being cleaned and the rust being dissolved using rust remover gels. Does anyone know if it is safe to use them on rotors and if it will affect braking after they are installed?
Do not use a liquid , stay with what you have been told.
I would reccomend the sand paper . Turning the rotor is a waste of good "Meat".
Stay with a dry – resurfacing techniqe whatever you do
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buy a bottle of naval jelly.. apply and rinse off with water. and with steel wool buff the area. its simple no damage.. ok
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Absolutely, under no circumstances, should you introduce ANY foreign coating between the friction surfaces of the brake pad and rotor! If the rotors (discs) are not scored (metal backplate contacting disc) evident by grooves cut into the discs, they will be fine. Brake discs are machined from mild steel, and this shows rust (so does stainless steel, given time). New brake discs are treated with anti corossion inhibitors (to reduce rusting on the shelf), and you will be warned braking effect will be reduced (e.g when you buy a brand new bike or have new discs fitted by an approved source). Race teams usually use cast iron rotors. . . they rust like hell but heat up quickly improving braking force. High money teams use ceramic composites for braking (but if they’re not hot, you won’t stop) Just ride steady until the brakes polish themselves clean (like you’re on new tyres). And remember this, if a miracle rust cure means you don’t stop before you hit the parked cars………….. are you gonna be around to sue the makers ?
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Brembo. Lockheed
Do not use a liquid , stay with what you have been told.
I would reccomend the sand paper . Turning the rotor is a waste of good "Meat".
Stay with a dry – resurfacing techniqe whatever you do
References :
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