RDA Brakes · Part number RDA291 · NZ$143.00 incl. GST
RDA Brakes Standard Disc Brake Rotor Solid 234mm by RDA Brakes, part number RDA291.
NZ$143.00 including GST. Part number RDA291.
Disc Brake Rotor Replacement Guide — Featuring RDA
> Your Charade's disc brake rotors are those shiny metal discs doing laps behind your wheels. When you hit the brakes, the pads squeeze against them, turning speed into heat and bringing you to a halt. Over time, those rotors can wear down, warp, or get scored – especially if you're always battling stop-start traffic. Time for a change to keep things safe, eh?
Spotting the Warning Signs
• Feeling a wobble in the pedal or steering wheel when you brake?
• Hearing squeals, grinds, or nasty scraping sounds?
• Taking way longer to stop than you used to?
• Rotors looking rough – grooves, cracks, or weird colours?
Will it pass WOF?
Worn brake rotors are a WOF killer, mate. They check those rotors closely during the Warrant of Fitness inspection. If they're too thin, warped, or have seen better days, you'll be getting a rejection sticker for sure.
DIY or Workshop?
Difficulty rating: 6/10
Estimated time: 1-2 hours per axle (front or rear)
Tools required: Jack, jack stands, wheel nut wrench, brake caliper socket/spanner, C-clamp or brake caliper piston tool, torque wrench, wire brush, brake cleaner, possibly an impact wrench.
🛠️ Bob's "Get It Done Right" Companion Checklist
Before you dive in, grab these essentials to make the job easier and safer:
• Safety Glasses: Protect your peepers from flying dirt and brake dust. No one wants a trip to the eye doctor.
• Nitrile Gloves: Keep your hands clean and protected from brake fluid and grime. Plus, you'll look like a pro. Nitrile Gloves
• Brake Cleaner: This stuff is gold for blasting away brake dust and grease from the rotors and calipers. Makes everything cleaner to work on. Brake Cleaner
• Caliper Grease: A little dab of this on the caliper pins keeps everything moving smoothly and prevents annoying squeaks. It's the little things that count.
Expert Recommendation
Bob @ CARFIX reckons that if your rotors are looking worse for wear, it's a no-brainer to swap them out. The RDA RDA291 is a solid choice for your Charade – good performance and built to last. Swing by Bob's Shop anytime for a yarn about what's best for your Charade!
Fitment Notes
This RDA disc rotor (RDA291) is a perfect fit for various Daihatsu Charade models from '87 to 2000, including the i and Turbo versions. Double-check your year, model, and engine just to be sure, as brake bits can change even within the same family. Head over to Bob's Shop for a chat!
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🛠️ Bob's Pro Tip: Do the Job Right!
> GDB375)](/parts/GDB375) 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.