Storage of new brake discs

[PJayUK]

Perhaps a slightly odd question but are there any specific considerations for storage of new unused brake discs? Given they can warp etc are they affected by heat or cold when stored in a garage? My garage gets really hot this time of year and I won't get round to fitting my new discs for a few weeks so want to ensure there in tip top condition when I come to fit them.

 

[franey]

Store in a cool dry place!
Perhaps your pantry (if you have them in the south)!!

 

[renault12ts]

If it got hot enough to effect the discs, it would be hot enough to kill you and the fire brigade would have to be called.

 

[PJayUK]

Ok I admit it was a silly question, but maybe I'll store them with my spuds just in case!

 

[whitenemesis]

I would simply apply a coat of light grease to prevent surface rust and wrap them in oiled paper(?).

The ambient temperatures in your garage are not going to affect them but the humidity will cause rusting.

 

[franey]

watch they don't get mashed

 

[moonloops]

watch they don't get mashed

or chipped

 

[franey]

.........and never fit tatty discs.

 

[moonloops]

..did you say your garage gets roasting ?

 

[moonloops]

.........and never fit tatty discs.

Not sure what you are waffling on about

 

[franey]

Thats enough now, I think we have baked this one.

 

[moonloops]

I agree - it's gratin a bit now.

 

[renault12ts]

Wedge the door open.

 

[PJayUK]

Actually I fancy a bag of chips now!

 

[nate]

poor, very poor lol

 

[SilverSaloon]

New discs should come protected from rust in storage (and thus you need to clean them 1st). i had mine in storage for about 5 months before i fitted them. they were still as new (not a spec of rust etc) when i came to fit them. I just stored mine in a cupboard in my house in the box.

 

[corned]

but maybe I'll store them with my spuds just in case!

Are you sure your trousers are baggy enough?