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2. Brake pad - Wikipedia

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   The concept of brake pads or disc brakes as an alternative to drum brakes had been around at least as early as a patent by F. W. Lanchester in 1902. [2] However, due to high cost and inefficiencies compared to drum brakes they were not commonly implemented until after World War II. [3]

3. When replacing brakes, do I need to do anything to the rotors ...

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   Q: I am replacing brake pads on my car that are about 75% worn. The rotors look fine, and the car stops smoothly. The rotors look fine, and the car stops smoothly.

4. 32 Sneaky Lies Your Mechanic Has Told You

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   What does that mean? Consumer Reports says "bad brakes" can usually be fixed by changing brake pads and turning/cleaning brake rotors. If the mechanic says to replace everything, get a second opinion.

5. ECE Regulation 90 - Wikipedia

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   R90 calls for linings to be tested for speed sensitivity, cold performance, and replacement Brake pads and brake shoes are permitted to deviate from the frictional characteristics of their original-equipment counterparts by not more than 15%. [2] In addition, R90 requires tamper-evident, sealed packaging for replacement brake linings. [1]

6. Disc brake - Wikipedia

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   On automobiles, disc brakes are often located within the wheel A drilled motorcycle brake disc. The development of disc-type brakes began in England in the 1890s. In 1902, the Lanchester Motor Company designed brakes that looked and operated similarly to a modern disc-brake system even though the disc was thin and a cable activated the brake pad. [4]

7. Your car’s safety tech could lower the risk of accidents but ...

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   The cost to repair and replace components is up; the cost to insure them is going to follow.