Sheared a brake rotor off a wheel yesterday during an off field landing, fortunately did not lead to a mishap, nor damage to caliper or brake line
Running 3 bolt 6" wheels with Cleveland two puck brakes and 29" ABW's
Likely culprit - loose wheel bolts, allowed rotor flange to move around a bit and elongate/distress mounting holes. Ordered up a new set and hardware from ABW this morning, Wup recommended torque 150 in lbs and keep an eye on them FYI
Check wheel bolts
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