What is the Kodiak Disc Brake Kit Rotor Thickness

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Good Morning, I want to update my utility trailer to use these disk brakes but would like to know how thick the rotors are. Thank you for your answer in advance. Kind Regards

asked by: Robert B

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Expert Reply:

I reached out to Kodiak and found that the rotor thickness on the Kodiak Disc Brake Kit - 13" Hub/Rotor - 8 on 6-1/2 - Raw Finish - 7,000 lbs # K2HR712 is 25.66 mm.

expert reply by: Robin H

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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