Jeep Brake Rotor
The Jeep brake rotor or otherwise known as the brake disc is the main component
of your vehicle’s disc brake system. It is where the brake calipers clamp to stop
the motion of the vehicle. If this device is damaged, your vehicle will surely
meet an accident.
Jeep brake rotors may come is several designs. Some of them are made from cast
iron, others are hollowed out, and still others have added fins which attach the
disc’s two surfaces. Hollowed brake rotors are ventilated to dissipate the produced
heat during the braking process. On high-performance rotors, holes which are known
as cross drilling and function to redistribute gas on the disc surfaces are featured
as well. The holes allow gas to pass through it when the brake pads clamp the
rotor. Other brake rotors are slotted to remove dust and dirt. This kind of brake
rotors are seldom used on road cars because they easily wear off. This feature
is usually used in front wheels, for there are vehicles which are equipped with
drum brakes on their rear wheels.
Because of its function, the brake rotor can be damage by warping, scarring
or even cracks. Warping is caused by the heat produced by friction. This will
render the metal to soften and to be reshaped, resulting to distortions. Another
cause of warping is when the overheated rotor is immediately cooled. This is done
when the clamped rotor is immediately released, subsequently losing the thermal
energy quickly. Improper torquing of nuts may also cause warping. On the other
hand, cracking occurs only on drilled discs. These cracks are caused by the holes
on the sides of the brake rotors because of its uneven rate of expansion when
heated. Another effect of overheating is scarring.
If the Jeep brake rotor is damaged, it is best to replace it with a new one
than having it repaired. It is because repaired brake rotor are normally not as
good as the stocks, and may just result to further damages.
