Drums and rotors over time can get “glazed” which will make them too smooth and lower the stopping ability. Yes there is a “roughness” to new rotors and drums. Take a soft rag to them when new and you will feel snagging. Here is a simple explanation.
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just think of trying to stop your car on black ice compared to dry concrete.
smoother is better…..to a point.