How can you tell what size your brakes are?

As far as measuring, the most accurate way is with the drum/hub removed from the axle. Measure across the diameter of the inside of the drum and the depth of the swept surface of the drum.

1. How do I know what kind of brakes I have?
2. How do you tell what size brakes you have?
3. Do cars have front and rear rotors?
4. How do I find the right brake pads?
5. What size are my rear brakes?
6. Are brake rotors universal?
7. At what mileage do brakes need to be replaced?
8. Do cars use all 4 brakes?
9. Does the size of the rotor matter?
10. Are drilled and slotted rotors better than OEM?
11. Does it matter what brake pads I use?
12. Are front and rear rotors the same?

How do I know what kind of brakes I have?

How to tell whether your brakes are drum or disc. To double-check, look through one of the holes in the top of your front wheel. If you see a shiny smooth metal surface, that is your disc rotor. However, if you see a rusty and not smooth round surface, that's your brake drum.

How do you tell what size brakes you have?

Helpful Expert Reply: To determine the size of the brake assemblies you need you have to measure the depth and width of the hub drum on the axle like what you see in the picture I attached. The most common size is 2-1/4 inch wide like the # T4071600-500 that you referenced.

Do cars have front and rear rotors?

Every car comes with two front brakes and two rear brakes. Older vehicles typically have drum brakes in both the front and rear. In contrast, modern cars tend to have either disc brakes on all four wheels or disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the back.

How do I find the right brake pads?

You need to consider how long the pads are designed to last as well as the rotor when engaging the brake pads. Noise and Vibration: You'll want to consider how much noise, vibration, and even pedal feel pressing down on the brake pad will cause. Dust Levels: Brake pads may collect dust that then clings to your wheel.

What size are my rear brakes?

As far as measuring, the most accurate way is with the drum/hub removed from the axle. Measure across the diameter of the inside of the drum and the depth of the swept surface of the drum.

Are brake rotors universal?

Brake Rotors:

Brake rotors are not fully universal and interchangeable, but they can be considered slightly more versatile than the brake pads that were discussed previously. They can generally be used with any car, as long as the size of the mount is correct.

At what mileage do brakes need to be replaced?

As a general rule, you should get your brake pads replaced every 10,000 to 20,000 miles to keep wear to a minimum. When it comes to your rotors, you have a bit longer. Your rotors should be replaced between 50,000 and 70,000 miles to keep your brakes in peak health.

Do cars use all 4 brakes?

Most modern cars have brakes on all four wheels, operated by a hydraulic system . The brakes may be disc type or drum type. The front brakes play a greater part in stopping the car than the rear ones, because braking throws the car weight forward on to the front wheels.

Does the size of the rotor matter?

You can exchange brake pads, experimenting with different material compounds for feel and durability, but rotor size has a much more significant influence on absolute brake performance. ... The more heat your brake rotors can absorb, the longer they'll retain stopping power, without fading.

Are drilled and slotted rotors better than OEM?

Given the choice between drill holes and slots, the drill holes will give you better braking power over slots for normal city/highway driving. This is why high end BMW, Porsche, Corvette, and Mercedes rotors are drilled, not slotted. However, for track racing (high speed stops), slotted rotors are the better choice.

Does it matter what brake pads I use?

No, almost every vehicle model has a different shape of brake pad. The friction materials that are on the pad are different because almost every vehicle has different requirements and performance capabilities. 2. ... Brake pads require a great deal of testing and engineering because they are made for a specific vehicle.

Are front and rear rotors the same?

Originally Answered: Are front and rear rotors the same size? Usually not. On most passenger vehicles the front brake rotors are larger, with a larger friction surface. This is because when the brakes are applied, the weight shifts forward, the front end drops and the rear end raises.