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      02-24-2023, 09:06 AM   #1
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Replaced LCAs on my E85

The rear bushings were noticeably worn out. I decided to replace the lower control arms with ball joints at the same time.
Before doing this I had symptoms of a warped rotor. In changing the LCAs this warped rotor system is gone.
Thought I would pass this along as something to look at if you have similar symptoms
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I had this on my mdx. Lower control arm bushing were replaced. Thought it was warped rotors with them studdering during braking
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You might still have rotor run out but now its masked with the new bushings.

Only way to be sure is to check your rotors (bolted to the hub) with a dial indicator.
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Vented rotors are pretty stout and unlikely to be warped. “brake shudder” is usually worn bushings.
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The rear bushings were noticeably worn out. I decided to replace the lower control arms with ball joints at the same time.
Before doing this I had symptoms of a warped rotor. In changing the LCAs this warped rotor system is gone.
Thought I would pass this along as something to look at if you have similar symptoms
Did your car shake only during braking or also at highway speeds intermittently around 110-130km/h without touching the brakes?
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