An essential part of your vehicle’s disc braking system, your Ford Thunderbird brake rotors have many different tasks to perform. The primary function of your Thunderbird brake rotors is to serve as a buffer for your brake pads, producing the necessary friction to stop the rotation of your wheels and bring your vehicle to a complete and controlled stop. Each of your brake rotors is flanked by a pair of brake pads, which are clamped down on the surface of the rotors when you engage your brakes.

The frictional lining of the brake pads grinds against the metal surface of your Ford Thunderbird brake rotors and stops your vehicle. As you can imagine, this friction produces quite a bit of stress for your rotors.

It also generates heat, which can cause brake fade. Your Thunderbird brake rotors help to combat brake fade by dissipating the heat from both braking surfaces as they spin. Brake rotors also assist in keeping your brakes clean, as they throw off dirt and water while you drive. As long as your brake pads are in good condition, your Ford Thunderbird brake rotors should enjoy a long and healthy life. Unless your vehicle has metallic brake pads installed, your brake pads are designed to erode at a faster rate than your rotors. You will need to replace your brake pads when the thickness of the lining falls between an eighth and a quarter of an inch; otherwise, your Thunderbird brake rotors will begin grinding against the metal backing plate of your pads, and will quickly become damaged.In our online catalogue, you will find a great selection of high-quality, inexpensive brake rotors along with a full line of brake pads.