Adams rotors shot after less than 10,000 miles
12-14-16, 04:22 PM
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Adams rotors shot after less than 10,000 miles
So in November of last year I had to replace my pads and rotors and decided to go with Adams rotors with the upgraded G4000 high carbon iron along with ebc yellow stuff pads. As of right now, according to the dealership, my pads and rotors are completely shot and I've driven probably 10,000 miles. The G4000 high carbon iron is supposed to help the rotors last longer but clearly something's wrong. I never really liked the ebc yellow stuff pads but I was under the impression that they were very friendly to rotors and don't cause any premature rotor wear. I honestly drive completely normal, no track days, no brake stands and drive the car 95% of the time in the city so I'm not braking from high speeds either. Has anybody else had problems similar to this with Adams rotors? I've seen plenty of people talk greatly about how their rotors have held up over the years but I'm going to contact Adams rotors and let them know about this situation.
Last edited by 2010ISF; 12-14-16 at 07:59 PM.
12-14-16, 04:45 PM
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Not yet, took the car in to get pads changed and they called me to tell me the rotors were shot and that they ordered parts and are going to install it tomorrow. I'll follow up with them on measurements tomorrow morning
12-14-16, 04:54 PM
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I would get the measurements and seeing them in person before changing the pads. Unfortunately, the dealers are there to make money and there are times when they will recommend something that isnt needed.
12-14-16, 04:59 PM
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I took my car in at the end of November to fix the valley plate leak and they originally told me that my pads were worn and down to 2 mm. They showed me and everything so I ordered pads and went to take the car in to get the pads replaced and they just told me about the rotors. I gave them the okay to order the rotors but I let them know that I was going to come in the morning to talk to the tech and see what's going on.
12-14-16, 05:25 PM
#6
The only person that I recall having an issue with Adams rotor was flowrider. I couldn't find the thread where he explained in depth the issue but this is the link to a follow up. https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...nt-rotors.html
Also, I just want to make you aware eBay and Amazon sell the OEM rotors for less than $430 for all 4 corners. I kid you not, I got mine shipped in less than 24hrs for $390. I mated them with Winmax pads and done the complete opposite as you. I been drag racing, running well into triple digit speeds, braking hard!, and have had no issues. Except for dust and brake noise. They're track pads so I'd expect that.
Also, I just want to make you aware eBay and Amazon sell the OEM rotors for less than $430 for all 4 corners. I kid you not, I got mine shipped in less than 24hrs for $390. I mated them with Winmax pads and done the complete opposite as you. I been drag racing, running well into triple digit speeds, braking hard!, and have had no issues. Except for dust and brake noise. They're track pads so I'd expect that.
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12-14-16, 05:35 PM
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Thanks for the tip! The dealership cut me a deal of 120 per rotor since they originally told me the rotors were fine but I'll keep that in mind next time because that's basically a steal!
12-14-16, 07:16 PM
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The only person that I recall having an issue with Adams rotor was flowrider. I couldn't find the thread where he explained in depth the issue but this is the link to a follow up. https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...nt-rotors.html
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12-14-16, 08:02 PM
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Slight mistake on my behalf, rotors were installed at the end of November last year instead of march of this year. But according to the receipt from the install of the brakes I've still only gone less than 10,000 miles on them
12-14-16, 09:38 PM
#11
What makes them 'shot'.. I think that'll confirm/answer any doubt that's circulating that brand. I wouldn't be surprised if they just said that to get the fee of replacing them. Your usage sounds way too conservative to be simply worn down.
Also, I'm 30-32K on my OEM pad/rotors. 90% City.
Also, I'm 30-32K on my OEM pad/rotors. 90% City.
12-14-16, 09:51 PM
#12
Adams has the worst service known to the auto industry but in this case it's a good chance the dealership is just trying to make a buck off you. Everytime my wife takes her SUV in for for service they give her a list of things that "need to be replaced" 95% of it is BS even the fluids changes they recommended were premature even according to the service manual, they are out to make money, the more they sell you the better bonus they get.
12-14-16, 10:59 PM
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What makes them 'shot'.. I think that'll confirm/answer any doubt that's circulating that brand. I wouldn't be surprised if they just said that to get the fee of replacing them. Your usage sounds way too conservative to be simply worn down.
Also, I'm 30-32K on my OEM pad/rotors. 90% City.
Also, I'm 30-32K on my OEM pad/rotors. 90% City.
12-14-16, 11:02 PM
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Adams has the worst service known to the auto industry but in this case it's a good chance the dealership is just trying to make a buck off you. Everytime my wife takes her SUV in for for service they give her a list of things that "need to be replaced" 95% of it is BS even the fluids changes they recommended were premature even according to the service manual, they are out to make money, the more they sell you the better bonus they get.
