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RDA Brakes Standard Disc Brake Rotor Vented 288mm

RDA Brakes — RDA Brakes Standard Disc Brake Rotor Vented 288mm — part number RDA286

RDA Brakes · Part number RDA286 · NZ$154.00 incl. GST

RDA Brakes Standard Disc Brake Rotor Vented 288mm by RDA Brakes, part number RDA286.

Price

NZ$154.00 including GST. Part number RDA286.

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Description

Swapping Out Your Mercedes-Benz Disc Brake Rotors
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> Your Mercedes-Benz's disc brake rotors are dead important. They cop a beating from friction and heat, especially if you're always slamming on the picks around town in your C-Class or E-Class. If they're buggered, your braking goes to custard.

Tell-tale Signs You Need New Rotors
• Brakes sound like a flock of seagulls (squealing or grinding).
• Your foot's doing the Macarena on the brake pedal (vibration).
• Takes ages to pull up.
• Rotors look like they've been attacked by a grinder.
• Brake pads wearing unevenly.

Will it pass WOF?

Stuffed brake rotors? Yeah, that's a WOF fail in NZ. Rotors need to be a certain thickness and not too mangled to pass the test.

DIY or Workshop?

Difficulty: 6/10

Estimated Time: 2-3 hours per axle

Tools Required: Jack and stands, wheel wrench, socket set, torque wrench, brake cleaner, new brake pads (good idea while you're at it).

🛠️ Bob's "Get It Done Right" Companion Checklist

Alright, listen up, cuz. Safety first, yeah? Never get under a car supported only by a jack! Use proper stands. Grab some Nitrile Gloves to keep your mitts clean – brake dust is minging. And always give everything a good blast with Brake Cleaner to get rid of the muck before you start pulling things apart. A wee smear of anti-seize on the caliper bolts never goes amiss either.

Expert Recommendation

Dodgy rotors mean dodgy stopping. Get them sorted to keep yourself and your Merc safe. Bob's always here to suss out exactly what you need for your Mercedes-Benz. Pop into Bob's Shop for a yarn!

Fitment Notes

Double-check the new rotors fit your exact Mercedes-Benz model and year. Some have different sizes. Always do both sides of the axle for even braking. No-brainer, eh?

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🛠️ Bob's Pro Tip: Do the Job Right!
> GDB1205)](/parts/GDB1205) 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.