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• Re: Any desire for high performance brakes??? Read iffin interested!!
  Historical mailing list - ed
  Mon, 17 Apr 2000 16:28:12 -0400
  ...For my part, I'd be more interested in good pads than drilled rotors. Drilling stock rotors may cause stress cracking - the 'drilled' holes...
• Re: brakes/rotors/etc.
  Historical mailing list - jim catterson
  Fri, 24 Oct 1997 08:32:15 -0700
  on the subject of crossdrilled rotors, tim was way right, MSDS is not cheap....kvr performance has new cross drilled rotors for my syncro...
• Distributor Cap and Rotor, Leads, Timing
  Historical mailing list - Gabriel Hourtouat
  Thu, 7 Sep 2017 00:32:46 -0400
  ...Better, maybe? And, I see on the Condelli page, there are two different rotors: big hole, small hole. What's puzzling, is that the...
• Re: Rev Limiter?
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Wed, 22 Nov 2000 15:19:25 EST
  In a message dated 11/22/00 2:08:05 PM, macmillan@home.com writes: << incorrect rotors can easily cause a high speed miss...
• Re: Cap and rotor burn out.
  Historical mailing list - Stanley, Roderick (strg)
  Thu, 25 Sep 1997 15:07:29 -0700
  Eric, I had the same problem with my old '85 GL Vanagon to the point that the rotor had about desinigrated. The problem was...
• How to get big 12" brakes to fit on Syncros
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Sun, 25 Feb 2001 09:51:51 EST
  ...The conclusion is the rotors WILL fit. They are the same diameter as the stock 16" rotors which is about 11 inches. However, the...
• Re: Changing Front Rotors
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Mon, 27 Dec 2004 15:33:45 -0500
  The front rotors (oops, you haven't modified your Syncro like I have, so you ONLY have front rotors ;) are held in by a...
• Re: New Front Brake Rotor Question
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Mon, 30 Mar 2009 22:58:10 -0700
  On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 10:35 PM, Jake de Villiers <crescentbeachguitar@gmail.com> wrote: > Hey Neil, its good to degrease the rotors...
• syncro front rotor pricing
  Historical mailing list - Ki
  Tue, 24 Dec 2002 12:14:33 -0800
  anyone know around how much set of factory front brake rotors costs for an 87 syncro? how about aftermarket? thanks. ki
• Re: Brake rotors - 1988 GL
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Thu, 3 Dec 2015 14:33:28 -0800
  I don't think you need to turn the rotor if the new pads don't ride on the ridge
• Re: Rotors on SA Big Brake Kit, 2WD vs Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Thu, 3 Mar 2005 14:22:39 -0500
  I honestly think GoWesty just machines out the middle of the rotor for the syncro, and again I think it is related to the...
• Re: Bigger brakes?
  Historical mailing list - jim catterson
  Wed, 13 May 1998 06:28:37 -0700
  ---Malcolm Holser wrote: > > > Anyone know of bigger brakes for vanagons? Either that or cross drilled, > > vented rotors? Any rear discs out there? > > Talk to...
• Drilled Rotors vs. Big Brake Kit
  Historical mailing list - Brian D Butler
  Tue, 5 Nov 2002 18:16:56 -0800
  ...I know the big brakes are obviously better, but more $ then the drilled rotors from Fast Forward. Will I still get a decent increase...
• Replacing brake rotors '85 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Jay Brown
  Wed, 30 Jul 2008 06:34:36 -0400
  I am getting ready to replace the pads and rotors on the front of my '85 Westy. I have Brembo rotors on order and...
• Re: Syncro front rotor life expectance
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sun, 15 Aug 2004 21:04:05 -0700
  If the damage is more extensive on one side of the rotor than the other, there is a problem with your calipers. If, "... only...
• Vented rotors for '86-91 ?
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Thu, 23 Aug 2001 17:40:08 -0700
  I just checked the front rotors on my '88 Westy, and found they're not vented! I could have sworn they were vented last...
• burned rotor and temp II ques. 90gl
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Sun, 18 Feb 2001 11:47:53 -0500
  ...the first time it was a aftermarket rotor and cap this time it is a bosch cap and rotor. however, this time it is...
• Re: Drilled Rotors vs. Big Brake Kit
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Wed, 6 Nov 2002 06:40:49 -0500
  ...Drilled Rotors vs. Big Brake Kit >To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > >The only good thing drilled rotors will do is shed water for better...
• Re: Drilled Rotors vs. Big Brake Kit
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Tue, 5 Nov 2002 19:11:36 -0800
  The only good thing drilled rotors will do is shed water for better braking in the rain. Every hole is less mass to absorb...
• Re: Go Westy Big Brake kit
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Wed, 11 Sep 2013 11:48:09 -0500
  ...Is it a 2 piece hub and rotor or one piece? Was there any indication of where they were made? driving habits? Just trying...
• Re: ignition rotor interchangeability?
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Tue, 28 Apr 1998 23:43:51 -0700
  At 05:57 PM 4/28/98 -0700, Ely Kumli wrote: >Does anyone know the relation/difference between rotors 04 038 and 04 170...
• Re: How long to expect a Cap and Rotor to Last
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 16 Aug 2004 18:34:10 -0400
  ...How long to expect a Cap and Rotor to Last Just out of curiosity, how many miles should I expect the distributor cap and...
• $$$Brake Job$$
  Historical mailing list - Robie Pierce
  Sun, 17 Dec 2000 10:24:41 -0500
  ...Original quote 240 new pads & turn the rotors. Then the call " you need calipers, new rotors, pads, new bearings" price $1000 ! Gulp,... well I...
• squeaky brakes
  Historical mailing list - gary
  Sat, 3 Apr 2004 15:17:24 -0500
  84 Vanagon has squeaky brakes--pads are smoothing out the rotors--whats the best pad to put on after I turn the rotors (again...
• Re: brake rotors, temp gauges, and oil pressure
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
  Tue, 20 Jun 2000 23:12:37 -0500
  The little screw makes it easier to align the holes in your rotor with the holes in the hub with the holes in your...
• replacing rotors: checking lateral run-out
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Wed, 13 Aug 1997 17:06:19 -0700
  I'm in the process of installing new rotors on my 87 syncro and the box containing the replacement rotors has instructions saying to...
• Brakes - Adj & 12mm Rotor
  Historical mailing list - Dino Kubik
  Thu, 05 Dec 1996 13:51:07 -0500
  ...The Bentley says that 13mm is a minimum - any one got experience using rotors measuring 12mm. BACKGROUND: The original front rotors were turned & when...
• Re: Distributor replacement choices???
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Fri, 21 Jan 2000 09:11:21 EST
  ...It is a computer controlled module that sits on top of the current distributor and Eliminates the cap, rotor, points, etc. It has two...
• Re: Brakes and brake pads: Semi Metallic vs. Organic?
  Historical mailing list - Nathaniel Merrill
  Wed, 13 Jan 1999 11:32:35 -0800
  ...My 91 sycrowesty has its original brakes on it = pads rotors etc. etc. Last shop estimate= 2 to 3 mm left on the pads...
• Re: Drilled Rotors vs. Big Brake Kit (long)
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Thu, 7 Nov 2002 09:24:22 -0500
  ...Are ventilated rotors available in a size that will fit vans with stock wheels, or only for those who have stepped up to larger...
• Re: Bearings in brake rotors on 85?
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sun, 6 Jul 2003 09:02:32 -0700
  The front wheel bearing races are pressed into the rotors on all but Syncros. Maybe some SA models too but I'm not sure...
• Re: Rotor thoughts
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Mon, 16 Aug 2004 18:23:15 -0700
  ...The Rotors are probably NOT > the problem. The calipers and pads need to be checked out. The pads > should be in contact with the...
• Rotor's-&-Bearing's
  Historical mailing list - Terry K.
  Sat, 4 May 2002 23:51:35 -0500
  ...putting off---- I installed new front rotor's, bearings, races, and seals on my 87 Westy--- The rotor's are genuine VW and need...
• Re: burned rotor and temp II ques. 90gl
  Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
  Sun, 18 Feb 2001 14:46:18 -0500
  Jason- A little bit of scorch on the rotor is normal. Millions of miniature lightning bolts get hot after awhile. I think that your...
• Re: Pics of New Rotors (compared to no van rotors now)
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sat, 20 Mar 2010 16:55:23 -0700
  Wow, I never really looked at any vanagon rotors. No wonder these things are difficult to get stopped! Tiny little buggers, aren't they...
• help 2 piston caliper and rotor removal
  Historical mailing list - Spencer Allen
  Sat, 19 Apr 2025 07:29:51 -0500
  ...I want to replace the pads, bearings and rotors. Looking at the driver side I see the drive-out pins and how to remove...
• Re: Same brakes fit 2WD & Syncro knuckles?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Thu, 11 Oct 2007 21:57:08 +1300
  ...Rotor dimensions are the same, but 2WD rotors >are integral with the hub, while syncro rotors are separate, like most other >cars. Rotors are...
• order #2353
  Historical mailing list - Ely Kumli
  Thu, 30 Apr 1998 18:34:05 -0700
  The tune-up kit I recently recieved contains ignition rotor 04170, and I believe my model vanagon requires 04038. My distributor is #025-905...
• Re: 89 Syncro Westy Rotors Needed
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Fri, 4 May 2001 06:50:05 -0500
  Ron, Do those $39.00 Italian rotors go Wop-a-Wop-a-Wop, when you apply the brakes? :>) ______________ |[ ] [ ] [ ]\ | | | | ||-(())----(())-| Terry 74 Westy (Clementine) 85 GL
• OT, brake question for a 2001 TDI Jetta
  Historical mailing list - Howard Fleming
  Thu, 11 Apr 2002 13:35:58 -0400
  ...Any one had any experience with either the Zimmerman cross drilled rotors, or the ATE power disk slotted rotors on a Jetta 2001 TDI...
• Re: Rotor swappin help needed !
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Thu, 28 Aug 2003 16:26:10 -0700
  ...Of course the > bearing question is > moot since the rotor won't fit. > Mark > > "John C..." wrote: > > > > Hi All, > > Can anyone tell me if...
• Syncro front rotor change question
  Historical mailing list - Dave Perry
  Tue, 2 Mar 1999 23:59:06 +0100
  ...Syncro front rotor change question > Dato: 2. mars 1999 13:17 > > > Hi all I wonder if you could help me with a Syncro parts...
• Re: Brake noise when brakes not applied
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 12 Oct 2004 13:23:28 -0500
  Here just soputh of Birmigham, Alabama, shops charge $10 each to turn a rotor. Regards, John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Craig Oda wrote: >Should...
• Re: where is the best buy for drums and rotors?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Wed, 16 Feb 2005 19:40:57 -0600
  Try any of your local FLAPS for the rotor's and pads. Ask them for Raybestos pads and rotor's. The quality can't...
• Hansen brake kits #2
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Mon, 5 Feb 2001 21:09:29 +1200
  ...The rotor center will still be >plenty strong, even with a second set of holes drilled. Anyway, a KIT >rotor-center could easily be...
• Re: where is the best buy for drums and rotors?
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Thu, 17 Feb 2005 08:49:32 -0500
  ...For the front of an 86-91 Vanagon Pagid is a great German brand and we also offer front rotors in Zimmerman (another OE...
• Re: 89 Syncro Westy Rotors Needed
  Historical mailing list - John Clemens
  Fri, 4 May 2001 01:52:30 -0700
  ...89 Syncro Westy Rotors Needed Pholks... Shop here (not noted for good prices obviously) wants $119 each for front rotors for my 89 syncro...
• What Type/brand of brake pad? + Rotor question - PICS
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:08:46 -0700
  ...Is this rotor surface glazed? http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/RotorPS.jpg/RotorPS-full;init:.jpg Both at 12.5 mm and have no bad...
• Re: Big Brake kit description
  Historical mailing list - John Wessels
  Tue, 24 Oct 2000 12:23:33 EDT
  ...I also know that there are two different manufactures for the brake rotors. I have not tried to purchase the rotors separately so I...
• Re: Power Steering Pumps - Again!
  Historical mailing list - Gary Bawden
  Wed, 11 Aug 2010 21:03:43 -0700
  ...Power Steering Pumps - Again! > > The parts that wear are the vanes - which wear against the stator, and > the rotor, where the vanes wear in...
• Re: Warped Brake rotors?
  Historical mailing list - don spence
  Thu, 6 Apr 2006 16:32:36 -0600
  ...Warped Brake rotors? >
• Re: Go Westy Big Brake kit
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Thu, 12 Sep 2013 15:12:18 -0700
  ...scott On 9/12/2013 2:04 PM, KLAL wrote: > Update: > GoWesty offered to replace the rotors at no charge. Unfortunately, as with > many...
• Re: order #2353
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Thu, 30 Apr 1998 19:17:57 -0700
  At 06:34 PM 4/30/98 -0700, Ely Kumli wrote: >The tune-up kit I recently recieved contains ignition rotor 04170, and >I...
• Re: where is the best buy for drums and rotors?
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Thu, 17 Feb 2005 08:26:38 EST
  ...Should those specs be exceeded, the rotor is to be replaced, not resurfaced. A similar procedure has been described by Doktor Tim, a List...
• brake rotors, temp gauges, and oil pressure
  Historical mailing list - mark fisher
  Fri, 9 Jun 2000 09:23:40 -0500
  Howdy Just changed the rotors and pads on my '87 Synchro (worn down to the metal-I usually drive the OTHER vanagon and didn...
• Frt rotors / wheel bearings. How to?
  Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
  Thu, 31 Jan 2002 17:28:10 -0500
  ...I have new rotors and wheel bearings to install on the front of our '88. To get the bearings properly seated in the rotors...
• How long to expect a Cap and Rotor to Last
  Historical mailing list - LOREN BUSCH
  Mon, 16 Aug 2004 09:18:33 -0700
  Just out of curiosity, how many miles should I expect the distributor cap and rotor to last in a '90 2.1L w/Digifant?
• Re: warped SA rotors...
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
  Fri, 30 Dec 2005 18:24:13 -0800
  ...warped SA rotors... >Date: Fri, 30 Dec 2005 18:03:34 -0800 (PST) > >Sure... but... according to this expert article, rotors do not >"warp...
• Re: New Front Brake Rotor Question
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 30 Mar 2009 22:35:37 -0700
  Hey Neil, its good to degrease the rotors with something like Brakleen before you mount the calipers and pads. I remember getting some new...
• Re: (fwd) FS---Finally: Vanagon Cross-Drilled Rotors (fwd)
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Fri, 22 May 1998 22:35:00 -0400
  ...cross-drilled front rotors!! To >the best of our knowledge, there currently are no other suppliers anywhere. > >Add a healthy 20 to 30% braking...