RDA Brakes Standard Disc Brake Rotor Vented 256mm

RDA Brakes · Part number RDA7617 · NZ$100.00 incl. GST

When your Suzuki Swift, Chevrolet Cruze, or Holden Cruze needs a brake system refresh, these RDA Disc Brake Rotors are just the ticket, providing the essential stopping power you need, and we stock 'em.

Price

NZ$100.00 including GST. Part number RDA7617.

Fits these vehicles

• Chevrolet Cruze (2000–2008)
• Chevrolet Cruze (2003–2008)
• Chevrolet Cruze (2003–2008)
• Holden Cruze (2002–2006)
• Suzuki Ignis (2000–2003)
• Suzuki Ignis (2003–2005)
• Suzuki Swift (2000–2004)
• Suzuki Swift (2000–2004)
• Suzuki Swift (2003–2004)

Description

Brake Rotor Refresh for Your Ride — Bob's Guide to Stopping Power!
> Right, so your brake rotors are those crucial metal discs that your brake calipers grab onto, creating the friction that brings your trusty vehicle to a halt. When they start looking a bit tired — thin, warped, or grooved — your stopping power takes a real hit, especially if you're navigating the daily grind in a Suzuki Swift or Chevrolet Cruze with all that stop-and-go city traffic.
Is Your Car Telling You It's Time?
• Feeling a funny vibration or pulsation through the brake pedal or steering wheel when you hit the stoppers?
• Hearing squealing, grinding, or a nasty scraping noise when you brake?
• Noticing it takes a bit longer to pull up than it used to?
• Can you see visible scoring, deep grooves, or weird discolouration on the rotor surface?
• Is your brake pedal feeling a bit soft or spongy?
WOF Check — Will It Pass?
Nah, mate, not with knackered rotors. Worn, warped, or damaged brake rotors are a big no-no for safety and will definitely earn you an instant Warrant of Fitness (WOF) failure here in NZ. They've gotta meet minimum thickness specs and be free of any serious scoring or cracks.
DIY or Call in the Pros?
Difficulty: A solid 6/10 (Moderate — a bit of elbow grease required)
Estimated Time: About 1-2 hours per axle for those who've tackled it before.
Tools You'll Need: Your trusty jack and jack stands (safety first!), a wheel nut wrench, a brake caliper compression tool, a good socket set, a torque wrench, some brake cleaner, and maybe an impact driver for those really stubborn rotor screws.
🛠️ Bob's "Get It Done Right" Companion Checklist
Before you dive under the bonnet, let's make sure you've got everything you need for a smooth, safe job:
• Safety Glasses: Protect those peepers from flying bits! Essential for any under-car work. Safety Glasses
• Heavy-Duty Nitrile Gloves: Keep your hands clean and protected from grime and brake dust. Nitrile Gloves
• Brake Cleaner Spray: To blast away all that carbon dust and gunk for a pristine finish. Brake Cleaner
• Anti-Seize Caliper Grease: A dab'll do ya to keep those caliper pins moving freely and quietly. Caliper Grease
• Plenty of Rags: For wiping up spills and keeping things tidy. Grab a good bundle!
• Wheel Chocks: Never get under a car supported only by a jack! Use wheel chocks and proper jack stands.
Bob's Top Advice
Here at CARFIX, Bob always champions replacing brake rotors when they start showing their age or damage. It's simply the best way to guarantee top-notch braking safety and performance. These RDA Disc Brake Rotors are a cracker option — great value, solid stopping power, and built to last for your Suzuki Swift or Holden Cruze. Keeping your brakes tip-top is absolutely crucial for staying safe on our Kiwi roads. Bob @ CARFIX is always keen for a yarn to help you figure out exactly what part your Suzuki Swift needs. Pop into Bob's Shop for a chat — the coffee's always on!
Fitment Notes
These particular RDA Disc Brake Rotors are a good fit for a range of models, including the SUZUKI SWIFT (2003-2004), CHEVROLET CRUZE (2000-2008), SUZUKI IGNIS (2000-2003), and HOLDEN CRUZE i (2002-2006). Just remember to double-check your vehicle's exact year, make, and model against the product specs to make sure it's a perfect match — sometimes there are little variations even within the same model series!

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🛠️ Bob's Pro Tip: Do the Job Right!

🧰 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.