Product selection tips

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Brake discs

When choosing brake discs, pay attention to the following:

1. Brake system manufacturer. The system’s specifications may vary depending on the car’s trim level and year of production, even if the vehicles have the same technical features. The brake system brand is usually marked on the brake calipers. You can also find this out from the VIN.
2. Brake disc size. This largely depends on the car specifications. Generally, the higher the engine output, the larger the diameter of the brake discs. You can find out these data by removing the components from the car or using the OEM number. This number can be found using the VIN.
3. Brake disc type. This can be determined based on the VIN. There are solid, vented, and drilled type components.

Please note:

1. Brake discs are only sold in pairs (there are exceptions for certain cars).
2. Disc brakes aren’t always installed on both axles. On some vehicles they’re only mounted on the front axle, while the rear is equipped with drum brakes. You can identify the brake type without removing the wheel from the car.
3. The price shown on the website is for 1 disc.
4. We recommend that you replace the parts in pairs on an axle to improve the braking efficiency.
5. When fitting new discs, it’s advisable to change the brake pads even if they’re not worn out. The fact is that these parts are bedded in to your old discs and cannot function properly with the new ones.
   

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Tyres

To choose the right tyres, consider the following parameters:

• the weather conditions they’re designed for (winter, summer, all-season);
• tread pattern (symmetrical, asymmetrical, directional, non-directional);

• wheel rim diameter (R15, R16, R18 etc);
• width (in mm, depends on the wheel rim width);
• aspect ratio (the sidewall height expressed as a percentage of the tyre width);
• load index (maximum weight the tyre can safely support);
• speed rating (the maximum permitted speed of the vehicle).

The size is marked on the sidewall of the tyres that are now fitted on your car. You can also view the specifications of the right tyres for your vehicle:

• on the inside of the glovebox door;
• on the inside of the driver's door;
• on the B-pillar doorjamb;
• on the fuel flap;
• in the car owner's manual / service book.

 

We recommend storing your tyres in a cool, moderately humid room on a special tyre rack. You can also keep them in special bags.

 

Please note: To prevent uneven tyre wear, have your wheels balanced and aligned after mounting the tyres.

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Brake pad set

To choose the right brake pads, pay attention to the type and brand of your brake system. Keep in mind that, depending on your car's design, it may have disc brakes on both axles - or disc brakes on the front, and drum brakes on the rear axle.

Before ordering brake pads, take into account the following:

• buying 1 pad is impossible, they’re always sold as 4 piece sets;
• a set is only intended for one axle, for mounting on the left and right;
• the price shown on the website is for a set.

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Shock absorbers

To choose the right shock absorbers, first check whether your car is fitted with heavy-duty or sports suspension. You can find this out from the VIN. If you have conventional suspension, you can safely proceed with selecting the parts.

Consider the following:

1. There are hydraulic and gas-charged shock absorbers.
2. They're usually sold in pairs per axle. There are exceptions for some vehicles where you can buy one part separately.
3. Some components are only designed to be mounted on the left or right side. There are also universal types, suitable for both sides.

Please note:

1. Shock absorbers should be replaced in pairs on an axle, even if only one has failed.
2. Prime them before installation by fully compressing and extending them several times while holding them in the upright position.
3. When being primed, a hydraulic shock absorber, unlike a gas-charged one, doesn’t return to its original position on its own. This is due to its design and doesn’t mean it is faulty.

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Wiper blades

The following parameters are important for choosing the right wiper blades:

1. Type. They can be conventional (framed) and flat (frameless) type.
2. Mounting system. This may vary from vehicle to vehicle. There are also universal components, which are supplied with adapters to fit different cars.
3. Length. The right and left wiper blades are usually of different lengths. You can measure your old parts before buying new ones, using a ruler or tape measure.

Please note:

1. Before placing an order, make sure that the wiper blades you selected have the correct mounting system.
2. Wiper blades for right-hand and left-hand drive vehicles differ in design.
3. We recommend replacing your wiper blades at least every 6 months to ensure proper cleaning of the glass.