Raybestos 980420 Disc Brake Rotor - Rear

Overview of Raybestos Specialty - Street Performance Rotor

The Raybestos Specialty - Street Performance disc brake rotor, part number 980420, is engineered for reliable braking performance on select Hyundai and Kia models. Designed as a solid, drum-in-hat type rotor, it offers precise fitment and consistent stopping power for vehicles like the Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima.

• Solid disc brake rotor with drum-in-hat design
• Overall height: 2.142 inches (54.4 mm)
• Outside diameter: 11.178 inches (283.9 mm)
• Mounting bolt hole quantity: 5 with 4.5 inch (114.3 mm) bolt circle diameter
• Nominal thickness: 0.393 inches (10.0 mm)
• Discard thickness: 0.331 inches (8.4 mm)
• Compatible with Hyundai Azera, Sonata, Tucson and Kia Cadenza, Optima

Detailed Product Description

This Raybestos disc brake rotor (part number 980420) is part of the Specialty - Street Performance line, which focuses on street-driven vehicles requiring dependable braking under normal and spirited driving conditions. The rotor features a solid construction with a drum-in-hat design, integrating the parking brake drum into the rotor assembly. This design simplifies installation and maintenance for vehicles equipped with rear drum parking brakes.

With an outside diameter of 11.178 inches and an overall height of 2.142 inches, this rotor matches OEM specifications for the listed Hyundai and Kia models. The nominal thickness of 0.393 inches ensures sufficient material for heat dissipation and durability, while the discard thickness of 0.331 inches indicates the minimum safe thickness before replacement is necessary. The rotor mounts with five bolts on a 4.5-inch bolt circle diameter, ensuring secure fitment.

Compatible Vehicles and Applications

• Hyundai Azera
• Hyundai Sonata
• Hyundai Tucson
• Kia Cadenza
• Kia Optima

This rotor is designed specifically for these models, providing a direct replacement that maintains factory braking performance and safety standards.

Common Issues Addressed by This Rotor

• Brake rotor warping causing vibration during braking
• Excessive rotor wear leading to reduced braking efficiency
• Corrosion or rust compromising rotor surface integrity
• Noise or squealing due to uneven rotor surface
• Incompatibility with drum-in-hat parking brake systems

Installation Notes and Tips

• Ensure rotor thickness is above discard thickness (0.331 inches) before installation
• Clean mounting surface to prevent rotor runout
• Torque mounting bolts to manufacturer specifications
• Inspect brake pads and replace if worn to ensure optimal rotor performance
• Check parking brake adjustment after installation due to drum-in-hat design

Quality Assurance and Warranty

Raybestos Specialty - Street Performance rotors are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM standards for fit, form, and function. While specific warranty details are not provided here, Raybestos products typically come with a limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. Always verify warranty terms with the product documentation or supplier.