So, I think I have a sticking caliper ...

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Old 08-25-2008, 06:20 PM
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The photo is a photo of my left rotor in my A6 (Stoptechs). They <i>were</i> slotted rotors, but now the left outside rotor is almost completely flat. The right rotor looks brand new.

In the process of buying a re-build kit for just the left side. It should cure the issue (I hope).

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Old 08-25-2008, 06:32 PM
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Have you noticed a difference in brake dust side to side? How do the pads look?
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is the rotor hot to the touch after a drive?
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Default Definitely more brake dust on the sticking side. Pads don't look too bad.

I have not checked the temp of the rotors, but I have a cheap IR temp checker and I will. I'm now trying to order new seals for the culprit caliper.
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Is that dirt or the vein showing?
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That's what's left of the slot.
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More like a sticking piston(s)...but yea, I'd agree it's time to rebuild 'em.
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Does the car pull to one side when you brake at all?
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