mk4 golf rear brakes

[Subru]

The rear brake pads need to be replaced on my brothers mk4 golf and I am wondering if I need rotors too. I watched videos and they always replaced the rotors and pads, is this necessary?

[ADIKT]

You can get away with just changing pads but it is best practice to get the rotors skimmed/machined so they are flat (usually around $25 per corner) - this can only be done if the rotor thickness is still within spec - if they are to thin you will need to get new rotors. 

 

[Subru]

11 minutes ago, ADIKT said:

You can get away with just changing pads but it is best practice to get the rotors skimmed/machined so they are flat (usually around $25 per corner) - this can only be done if the rotor thickness is still within spec - if they are to thin you will need to get new rotors. 

 

okay cheers, might get that done.

[calebwrx]

Might want to check these guys out if you want a mobile service.

 

[Subru]

7 minutes ago, calebwrx said:

Might want to check these guys out if you want a mobile service.

 

Oh sweet! by pair, im presuming the front 2 or rear 2 rotors? Thats petty cheap..

[preim]

If you know the part number you can search it up and check the minimum thickness recommended so you can determine whether to machine or replace.

BNT usually give a good set for a fair price. I got some oem brembo replacements for my v6 golf there for about 90 ea and those were quote big vented and what not.