NormanAbsher Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q248/normielove/b3ec56bd.jpg What can I do to keep the rust from appearing there as seen in the pictures? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slimjoe Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Go out for a drive, use your brakes normally and when you hear (and feel) the rust go away, it'll be nice and shiny again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NormanAbsher Posted March 15, 2011 Author Share Posted March 15, 2011 Lol my car is driven daily? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underground000 Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 They are gonna rust when exposed to water People have powder coated the rotors, but I dont think thats a good idea at all 5eat downshift rev match:) Powder coated wheels: completed:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRSCobra Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 It's a losing battle trying keep them rust free this time of year in western WA... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 May be you should keep them coated with oil and don't drive the car. The oil will keep them from rusting. I guess you've never seen what happens to bare metal when it is exposed to moisture. You must be new to disc brakes. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madjik_Man Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 as seen in the pictures? You call that rust? pfffffft http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h218/madjik_man/Subaru/P1040219.jpg http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h218/madjik_man/Subaru/P1040275.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Envy Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 that part of the rotor doesnt have contact with the pads so braking wont take that off.. they sell rotors that are zinc plated so that part of the rotor doesnt rust, but besides getting new ones, i dont think there any real "safe/recomended" way to get rid of the rust. light sanding - off balance, painting - heat/cooling problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boymk123 Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 that's normal here in boston Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slickvic Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 What can I do to keep the rust from appearing there as seen in the pictures? Ceramic rotors. http://zeckhausen.com/images/Ceramic/IMG_0142.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 that part of the rotor doesnt have contact with the pads so braking wont take that off.. they sell rotors that are zinc plated so that part of the rotor doesnt rust, but besides getting new ones, i dont think there any real "safe/recomended" way to get rid of the rust. light sanding - off balance, painting - heat/cooling problems. So you think he's talking about that small area next to the hat and the outter edge. Boy some people don't realize that's why some of us paint the rotors yearly. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustangendsley Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Sand and paint Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vr4Legacy Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 If you mean the rust that reappears on your rotor contact surface after driving them, that is normal for these cars. I have read the rotors have a higher iron content, so that is why they appear to rust moreso, and quicker than other cars. If you mean the rust on the hats of the rotor, as many have mentioned, that can be painted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
contractkiller Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Ceramic rotors. http://zeckhausen.com/images/Ceramic/IMG_0142.jpg *drool* what did u mean when you said. it felt like i was driving a civic? did u mean the car felt like it was more dependable and it was getting better mpg's? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DriverX Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 I would worry more about your missing center cap :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
legacygtkc Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 sand and paint +1 ceramic rotors. http://zeckhausen.com/images/ceramic/img_0142.jpg +100 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madjik_Man Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 I've been told that painting the rotor hats is not such a good idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NormanAbsher Posted March 16, 2011 Author Share Posted March 16, 2011 Have center caps and was just curious so many people are such assbags just asked a simple question... But ya hi go **** your self Kk thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pillboy Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 You must be new here. This assbag now needs to go phuck myself. It is still ugly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LosAngelesLGT Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 May be you should keep them coated with oil and don't drive the car. The oil will keep them from rusting. I guess you've never seen what happens to bare metal when it is exposed to moisture. You must be new to disc brakes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boymk123 Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 buy a new set of stoptech rotor, they painted the center for you, no rust Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bdubs Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 Have center caps and was just curious so many people are such assbags just asked a simple question... But ya hi go **** your self Kk thanks! Dont be so thin skinned. I saw many more helpful/informative replies than sarcastic ones. If you asked this question on NASIOC there would be 15 pages of assbags insulting you, so you should be thankful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagcars26 Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 You must be new here. This assbag now needs to go phuck himself. Agreed I think he's new to autombiles in general.Maybe riding the school bus for the last few years has jaded him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draco-REX Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 Constructive answer: Remove the rotors and clean the rust off with the device of your choice. Paint the rotors with exhaust header or caliper paint. You can tape up most of the swept area, but it's not necessary. If you do, leave some of the swept area on the inside uncovered so the pads will cut a clean line around the rotor. Cure the paint according to directions. Reinstall rotors. Take them out on the highway to sweep the paint clear and rebed the brakes. Enjoy rust-free tophats that look good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 ^ That works for a year or so, but that is what most of us do. Op, Sorry I sounded so harsh. This was almost as good as when people ask if it's ok to get soap on the intercooler when they wash the car...LOL 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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