Livvakt Posted July 16, 2008 Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 Hey all,So the time has come to look into doing some brake work. Ideally I'd like to replace the front and rear rotors, as well as the front and rear pads (unless that's not necessary...). I'd also like to upgrade to SS brake lines. The impetus behind this is my upcoming suspension swap/upgrade. I figure while I've got the wheels off to do that I might as well address the brakes too... That whole two birds one cup thing... wait... what?I'd like to gain some performance over the OEM setup, but still would like to stay somewhat economical-- I know you have to pay to play, but I'm not playing THAT hard, lol ... I'm not looking to go Porsche BBK or some crazy, wild 14-piston setup, lol. Just a nice adjustment from the worn-to-hell OEM setup I have now.... Any recommendations on a good setup? What's worked well for you guys/what's sucked dick?Thanks in advance! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oreo931 Posted July 16, 2008 Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 In my opinion the stock setup is not bad. The OEM rotors and especially OEM pads provide the best overall outcome for the price in terms of noise, dust and longevity.From what you are saying, it seems that the biggest upgrade you would be willing to spring for would be the 302mm brake kit. I would really consider that more of a cosmetic upgrade than anything else. I know people on here have different pad recommendations, but I personally cant stand it when my brakes squeel.Anyways, my point is, I doubt that without spending a significant amount extra you are going to get much of a significant upgrade, at least without some draw backs. I say go with OEM pads, OEM rotors, SS lines, and use some quality brake fluid (motul, etc). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7 VII 7 Posted July 16, 2008 Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 ok, pick up some SS brake linesgo with 302mm Powerslot slotted rotors int he front with Akebenon (sp?) pads ERUOthen go with rear Powerslot slotted rotors with Akebenon pads... :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithwicks Posted July 16, 2008 Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 Akebenon pads... highly recommend Akebono Ceramic Pads. ive had them on for about a month now with SS lines. noticeable increase in stopping, no noise, no dust. B) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7 VII 7 Posted July 16, 2008 Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 highly recommend Akebono Ceramic Pads. ive had them on for about a month now with SS lines. noticeable increase in stopping, no noise, no dust. you mean the Euro pads? linky! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Livvakt Posted July 16, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 you mean the Euro pads? linky!$64.14 for the fronts @ FCP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7 VII 7 Posted July 16, 2008 Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 $64.14 for the fronts @ FCP yeah, i was just already at the site, but they got good reviews my little 6'3" FL dude Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithwicks Posted July 16, 2008 Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 you mean the Euro pads? linky!i got em from FCP groton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Livvakt Posted July 16, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 yeah, i was just already at the site, but they got good reviews my little 6'3" FL dude... How do you know how tall I am... lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7 VII 7 Posted July 16, 2008 Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 ... How do you know how tall I am... lolI think you were talking about it when you said you were a bouncer in FLmy buddies are bouncers at this bar/club here in DC... 6'2" twin dudes each weigh like 240 and bench redic amountsthe stories they tell me are funnyBOT - Back on Topic (lets start using this acronym)get 302s if you are not looking for a BBK. do some research but I think Powerslot are great rotors... also go with slotted and NOT drilledAkebono pads are good and work well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oreo931 Posted July 16, 2008 Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 get 302s if you are not looking for a BBK. do some research but I think Powerslot are great rotors... also go with slotted and NOT drilledAkebono pads are good and work wellEveryone who I have talked to said that they would not consider the 302's an upgrade. For the money they paid it was barely a noticeable increase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Livvakt Posted July 16, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 I think you were talking about it when you said you were a bouncer in FLmy buddies are bouncers at this bar/club here in DC... 6'2" twin dudes each weigh like 240 and bench redic amountsthe stories they tell me are funnyBOT - Back on Topic (lets start using this acronym)get 302s if you are not looking for a BBK. do some research but I think Powerslot are great rotors... also go with slotted and NOT drilledAkebono pads are good and work wellHaha, fair enough. I'm def. going to go with the akebono pads... gotta do some poking (not the word filter, the actual kind on the internet, lol) around and see what I can come up with for the rotors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeybird02 Posted July 16, 2008 Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 I found the 302mm kit to be a great upgrade. FCP should have it for about 425. Thats only a little more than buying all that stuff separately for 288mm brakes. You do need 17" rims, though. My car stops significantly better on 302's than 288's. Just my $.02 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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