RDA Brakes Standard Disc Brake Rotor Solid 218mm
RDA Brakes · Part number RDA142 · NZ$101.00 incl. GST
Need new brake rotors for your older Toyota Corolla? These RDA disc brake rotors are built tough and CARFIX keeps them on the shelf alongside other great brands. Get your Corolla stopping like new!
Price
NZ$101.00 including GST. Part number RDA142.
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Description
Swapping Out Your Toyota Corolla's Brake Rotors — With RDA
> Your Toyota Corolla's brake rotors are vital for keeping you safe on the road. Over time, they cop a beating from friction, heat, and all the grit the road throws at them. This can really mess with your braking and put you in a spot of bother, especially in older cars.
What Clued You In?
• Brakes sound like a choir of squealing pigs?
• Your brake pedal's doing the Macarena?
• Taking longer to pull up at the lights?
• Rotors look like they've been to war (scoring, cracks, rust)?
Will it pass WOF?
Buggered brake rotors are a surefire way to fail your WOF here in NZ. Your rotors need to be above the minimum thickness and free from cracks to get the thumbs up.
DIY or Workshop?
Difficulty: 6/10
Estimated Time: 1-2 hours per rotor
Tools Required: Jack and stands, lug wrench, socket set, torque wrench, brake cleaner, and maybe a brake caliper tool.
🛠️ Bob's "Get It Done Right" Companion Checklist
Before you get cracking on those brakes, mate, safety first! Grab yourself some safety glasses to keep the dust and debris out of your peepers, and a pair of nitrile gloves to keep your hands clean from all that brake dust. Give those new rotors a good spray with Brake Cleaner to blast away any manufacturing oils. And don't forget a dab of anti-seize caliper grease on the right spots to keep everything moving smoothly. Never get under a car supported only by a jack!
Expert Recommendation
Replacing your Toyota Corolla's brake rotors is a no-brainer for keeping your braking top-notch. Bob @ CARFIX is always keen to help you nail down the right part for your Toyota Corolla. Pop into Bob's Shop for a yarn!
Fitment Notes
Make sure these rotors are the right fit for your specific Toyota Corolla, year and model. Double-check the rotor size and thickness to match what you had before. Some models are different depending on trim levels.
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🛠️ Bob's Pro Tip: Do the Job Right!
> If you're swapping out these parts on your vehicle, always install fresh brake pads. Check out our compatible RDA Brake Pads (Part No. RDB87) to ensure a perfect bed-in and get the job done properly first time!
🧰 What Else You'll Need:
• Safety First: Never work under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always secure it on heavy-duty safety jack stands.
• Brake Dust Protection: Keep a pack of Nitrile Gloves handy to protect your hands from grease and dust.
• Clean and Prep: Use Brake Cleaner to clean the anti-corrosion shipping oil off the new rotors before mounting the calipers.
• Lubrication: Apply caliper grease to caliper slide pins and pad contact points to prevent squealing.