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    Apec: Brake Judder Preventative Steps

    Brake Judder – Preventative Steps Pre-Inspection Test drive the vehicle prior to removal of any parts to confirm any symptoms. Visually inspect the tyres. Uneven tyre wear, radial separation and damage to the tyre are causes of symptoms that can sometimes be mistaken for brake related issues. Check the condition of the wheel bearings. A …
    October
    8
    2021

    Apec: Brake Judder Preventative Steps

    Brake Judder – Preventative Steps Pre-Inspection Test drive the vehicle prior to removal of any parts to confirm any symptoms. Visually inspect the tyres. Uneven tyre wear, radial separation and damage to the tyre are causes of symptoms that can sometimes be mistaken for brake related issues. Check the condition of the wheel bearings. A …
    October
    8
    2021

    Apec: Recurring Brake Judder

    Originally the vehicle was taken into the garage to replace a worn set of front discs and pads. After replacing the parts, the vehicle was test driven and the garage satisfied with the work that had been done. The vehicle was handed back to the owner and all appeared fine. However, a month or so …
    August
    30
    2021

    Corrosion and how it affects braking systems from Apec

    Corrosion is a natural process that deteriorates metal or its properties because of a reaction with the environment. The corrosion that we are most familiar with is the formation of rust on the surface of metals when they are exposed to Oxygen and moisture. Rust is Hydrated Iron (III) Oxide which is the by-product produced …
    December
    8
    2020

    Corrosion and how it affects braking systems from Apec

    Corrosion is a natural process that deteriorates metal or its properties because of a reaction with the environment. The corrosion that we are most familiar with is the formation of rust on the surface of metals when they are exposed to Oxygen and moisture. Rust is Hydrated Iron Oxide which is the by-product produced by …
    June
    15
    2020

    Apec Window ABS Ring Fitting Instructions

    Apec Window ABS Ring Fitting Instructions
    September
    4
    2019

    Apec Toothed ABS Ring Fitting Instructions

    Apec Toothed ABS Ring Fitting Instructions
    August
    20
    2019

    Preventing NVH in vehicle braking systems

    When deciding what car to buy, one of the highest priorities for potential customers is the cabin experience. Layout, comfort, technology and audio are all major influencers of customer perception, and are areas where automotive manufacturers can significantly differentiate their vehicles.
    August
    9
    2019

    Directional Pads – observations for fitting

    With constant demand for improvement in all aspects of performance, vehicle manufacturers have designed brake pads for numerous applications that must be mounted directionally.
    July
    30
    2019

    Techmate Technical Guide ABS Sensors

    An anti-lock braking system (ABS) is a vehicle safety system that allows the wheels of a car to maintain tractive contact with the road surface while braking, preventing the wheels from locking up (ceasing rotation) and avoiding uncontrolled skidding.
    July
    25
    2019