Subject: A common problem when changing rotors. Author: jlatker1 as Jeff '84 733i 5-Speed : member since April, 2004 : 289 posts Posted on: 2004-06-05 21:41:53

That and having the head snap off completely. Try to soak it with penetrating oil or WD30 the night before you do the job.
good call on using the screw extractor.

• I have a rounded-out 5mm hex bolt in one of the rotors. - DavidC 2004-06-04 13:19:17 (881 views)
  • Re: I have a rounded-out 5mm hex bolt in one of the rotors. - mikepee 2004-06-06 01:20:13 (892 views)
    • As I recall, the dealer price for rotors was nearly double at (m) - DavidC 2004-06-06 01:22:26 (897 views)
  • A common problem when changing rotors. - Jeff '84 733i 5-Speed 2004-06-05 21:41:53 (1289 views)
  • Saved by a Screw Extractor kit from Sears (pic) - DavidC 2004-06-04 21:03:59 (26705 views)
  • Re: I have a rounded-out 5mm hex bolt in one of the rotors. - srfsteve 2004-06-04 19:09:41 (970 views)