Tech Tips

Brake Service Tips - Rust Removal

You can usually hear “get the rust out” shouted out by coaches as athletes start training for the upcoming season. But it’s a phrase that should be part of every brake inspection and service you do. Outside of normal brake component wear and tear, rust and corrosion are primary contributors to brake problems and the need for brake service — and regrettably, comebacks. Read more...

Troubleshooting Disc Brake Rotor Problems

Troubleshooting a disc brake rotor problem can be tricky if you assume the rotor is the culprit. In many cases, the root of the problem is anything, but the rotor. The good thing is that, in most cases, the rotor itself can reveal where the trouble really lies. Here are some troubleshooting tips that will help you screen and identify other possible causes. Read more...

Tips for the Workshop

Did you know that the boiling point of brake fluid contaminated with water may be as low as 100°C, leading to bubbling and even to failure of the brake system? Read more...

Tips for the Workshop

Did you know that squeaky brakes can also be caused by old, weak springs? Read more...

Tips for the Workshop

A Brake booster has to be replaced a second time after just a few weeks. This is a repeated complaint in day-to-day shop operation. Read more...

Tips from the ATE Brake Specialist

Correct Fittings of the Brake Disc. Read more...