6.0L Power Stroke Engine and DrivetrainDiscussion of the 6.0L Power Stroke diesel engine and drivetrain in the 2003-Up Super Duties and Excursions. No gas engine discussion allowed except on transmissions and drivetrain that pertain to all models. Please confine discussion of topics in this forum to those items that are specific to the 6.0L Power Stroke engine.
I have had a problem with my front rotors warping at the least little bit of running in the rain. I have had them turned once and now they are bad again....has anyone had any luck with getting new rotors from Ford? Better results? Or do I have to go to the aftermarket for slotted and drilled rotors to solve this problem?
TIA
Smokn
__________________ <font color="blue">2003 F-350 CC, 4X4 Lariat "LE"</font>SWB, ESOF, DWR 6.0L 5-spd Auto thru 4:10 Ltd Slip, Delphi XM Satelite Radio, Captains with 40/20/40 rear bench, Adj. Pdls, Astro LE Shell, J&J Custom Rear Mud Flaps, General LT235 85 R16 OWL tires. Brake Smart brake Controller. Transflow 70 Gal. cross bed tank. Kelderman Air Suspension front/rear, Di Pricol guages on A Piller, DPPI 4" cat back exhaust, Harpooned tank, Putco Grill, AFE Pro 7 Intake, Fumoto Drain valve, Mag Hytec trans pan, BKG7. 27.10 Reflash <font color="blue">Build date 1/26/2003 Indianapolis </font> [Pics]
How would rain warp your rotors? Excessive heat from a sudden panic stop would do it for sure. But rain would tend to cool the rotors. Rain causing warpage is a new one for me.
Quick heating or cooling of metal can warp steel.
It causes the bonds to form in an odd arrangement. Although I don't think the temperature gradient from cooler rain would warp a rotor.
__________________
2005 F250 Lariat FX4 Crew Cab. NO MODS = NO PROBLEMS. (Approx: 65k miles) Shaker 500!
After a big rain storm my brakes started acting funny. I had drove about 400 miles before the rain started. My dealer said the rotors warped because of the drop in temperature caused by the rain. I had then change the brake pads also. I had to pay for the pads but they covered the rotors. So I guess it is possible
Smokin, there is an article on the home page from JLester that covers aftermarket pads and rotors for our trucks. Also there is a company that makes cryogenicly treated rotors also, maybe someone has a more info on those.
Elkchazer, yes I found the site that sponsors this board and it was quite informative. Thank you. Going in to the dealer on Monday and he will turn the rotors and replace pads under warranty so will go that route first. If it happens again I'll replace them for sure.
Thanks
Smokn
__________________ <font color="blue">2003 F-350 CC, 4X4 Lariat "LE"</font>SWB, ESOF, DWR 6.0L 5-spd Auto thru 4:10 Ltd Slip, Delphi XM Satelite Radio, Captains with 40/20/40 rear bench, Adj. Pdls, Astro LE Shell, J&J Custom Rear Mud Flaps, General LT235 85 R16 OWL tires. Brake Smart brake Controller. Transflow 70 Gal. cross bed tank. Kelderman Air Suspension front/rear, Di Pricol guages on A Piller, DPPI 4" cat back exhaust, Harpooned tank, Putco Grill, AFE Pro 7 Intake, Fumoto Drain valve, Mag Hytec trans pan, BKG7. 27.10 Reflash <font color="blue">Build date 1/26/2003 Indianapolis </font> [Pics]
My 03 would feel like it had warped rotors, took it in and they said there was hard spots in the pads and would grind the pads. That worked for about 6,000 miles and it would do it again and they would grind the pads again. This happened 3 times but the truck got bought back because of major electrial problems. My 04 just started the same thing but at 33,000 miles instead of 6,000.
Good luck,
Jim
__________________
2004 F-350 Lariat, 6.0/04, Torqshift, Black, CC, SB, SRW, 4X4, FX4, 3.73LS, Moon Roof,Power slididng rear window,Dual alt.,Adj. pedals,Heated seats, in dash 6 CD changer,hood blanket,ARE Z-series camper shell,Fumoto valve,Schaeffers 9000 series 5W-40,Zanos polish. Ordered on 11-21-03, Built 3-8-04, picked up on 3-25-04.
Hmmmm, Driving style?? I am on my 3rd superduty and NEVER even put brake pads on!! 117K on my 00 when i sold it to a friend an he has 170K on it now with the original pads!!! [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif[/img]
__________________
95 F350 CC PSD 5SPD Gear Vendors O/D 4x4
92 Explorer Eddie Bauer
05 Expedition 4x4 5.4 3 valve.
Former trucks:
2003 F250 CC 4x4 6.0 HEADACHE! Traded before it blew!
89 F250 2wd 7.3 5spd with 256K when sold
94 F250 4X4 IDI Turbo 7.3 5 spd 160K when sold
95 F250 S/C 4x4 PSD 5 spd with 146K when sold
00 F250 C/C 4X4 PSD 6 Spd with 126K when sold (180K now)
[ QUOTE ]
How would rain warp your rotors? Excessive heat from a sudden panic stop would do it for sure. But rain would tend to cool the rotors. Rain causing warpage is a new one for me.
[/ QUOTE ]
Come down a long hill with the brakes on and very hot and hit a puddle from the rain. You go from very hot to instant cool which can and often does cause warp.
__________________
Too much junk/toys to mention, ever changing due to too getting bored too quickly. I need a 10 step program!
Want to call? I'm in the book. Want to argue....First explain the square root of negative one....lol
Most every Ford truck I have owned has had at least one warped rotor.
The last one I warped because I did not stop and let them cool after coming down a long grade in the mountains, then turning off-road and driving thru a deep cold water creek. How stupid was that? [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif[/img]
__________________
2005 F-350 DRW 4x4 CC
2005 F-350 DRW flat bed
Okay, I see the reasoning. Are aftermarket rotors any better as far as warping goes? Is this just a 2003-2004 thing or do the newer ones do it too? I had to replace mine last feb.
Smokin, I had mine turned at 12k under warranty and they have been fine since(42k) I watch the tire man close now and aways tell him to rattle the lugs on loose and then finish with torque wrench when I have tires rotated.Not near as much meat on the rotors as the older trucks, I sold my 95 with 180k and it still had original pads and rotors.
Yeah I hope your right, mine is going under the knife Monday to turn the rotors, dealer said they would check the pads too and warranty it so am happy so far. Just don't want to have to keep doing it.
__________________ <font color="blue">2003 F-350 CC, 4X4 Lariat "LE"</font>SWB, ESOF, DWR 6.0L 5-spd Auto thru 4:10 Ltd Slip, Delphi XM Satelite Radio, Captains with 40/20/40 rear bench, Adj. Pdls, Astro LE Shell, J&J Custom Rear Mud Flaps, General LT235 85 R16 OWL tires. Brake Smart brake Controller. Transflow 70 Gal. cross bed tank. Kelderman Air Suspension front/rear, Di Pricol guages on A Piller, DPPI 4" cat back exhaust, Harpooned tank, Putco Grill, AFE Pro 7 Intake, Fumoto Drain valve, Mag Hytec trans pan, BKG7. 27.10 Reflash <font color="blue">Build date 1/26/2003 Indianapolis </font> [Pics]
The AutoGuide.com network consists of the largest network of enthusiast-owned enthusiast-operated automotive communities.
AutoGuide.com provides the latest car reviews, auto show coverage, new car prices, and automotive news. The AutoGuide network operates more than 100 automotive forums where our users consult peers for shopping information and advice, and share opinions as a community.
Linear Mode
