Rotors

[marvelousmarvyd]

Stic-o,
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What type of pads did you use with the rotors you bought from Rotorpros and how long have you had the rotors and how many miles have you put on them?

 

[crash594]

Stic-o,
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What type of pads did you use with the rotors you bought from Rotorpros and how long have you had the rotors and how many miles have you put on them?

i lust ordered and have not evan received them I will update

 

[crash594]

The top one shows the pits in the surface. The bottom you can see where the pad was when it was parked. Just a recap this happened after parking near the beach for a week without driving. Just salt in the air no deep water and what you now see is after driving for another 1000 miles after. I was hoping they would clean up. I did put on Hawk brakes but the power slot are on back order till ???? So I went to Autozone. I have a couple of bug trips and it could not wait.

 

[96s281]

Hey guys, I'm bringing this thread back b/c I have some questions pertaining to the topic at hand and didn't want to start ANOTHER brake/rotor thread...

I'm looking to replace mine on my own for the first time with the help of a friend who's done it before. I'm in the process of buying rotors and pads for both front and rear. Now my questions...

1. I have 70k on my 2002 EB V8. I'm not looking to do anything more than drive normally here and there, no towing/performance driving at all. Is there any reason whatsoever I would need to spend more on cross-drilled/vented rotors?

2. As far as the brake pads, should I go with ceramic? Is there any advantage (or danger) in getting normal OEM rotors but pairing them with ceramic pads?

3. Is bleeding the system really necessary? Would I be ok if I don't do this? After all, this is truly a beginner's project for me. I'm not sure if my buddy ever bled the system and I'm not trying to press my luck here.

4. Finally, assuming I go with the OEM rotors, I'm guessing the ones at AutoZone are perfectly acceptable? Is there anything I should look out for or maybe watch out for in terms of quality?

Here are the ones I'm looking at...
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/ca...playName=Brake+Rotor+-+Front&searchText=rotor

Any input would be great. Thanks fellas!!

 

[Curtis]

Hey guys, I'm bringing this thread back b/c I have some questions pertaining to the topic at hand and didn't want to start ANOTHER brake/rotor thread...

I'm looking to replace mine on my own for the first time with the help of a friend who's done it before. I'm in the process of buying rotors and pads for both front and rear. Now my questions...

1. I have 70k on my 2002 EB V8. I'm not looking to do anything more than drive normally here and there, no towing/performance driving at all. Is there any reason whatsoever I would need to spend more on cross-drilled/vented rotors?

2. As far as the brake pads, should I go with ceramic? Is there any advantage (or danger) in getting normal OEM rotors but pairing them with ceramic pads?

3. Is bleeding the system really necessary? Would I be ok if I don't do this? After all, this is truly a beginner's project for me. I'm not sure if my buddy ever bled the system and I'm not trying to press my luck here.

4. Finally, assuming I go with the OEM rotors, I'm guessing the ones at AutoZone are perfectly acceptable? Is there anything I should look out for or maybe watch out for in terms of quality?

Here are the ones I'm looking at...
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/ca...playName=Brake+Rotor+-+Front&searchText=rotor

Any input would be great. Thanks fellas!!

Lets see...
1 - OEM roters are fine, sure slotted or drilled ones may work better but OEM is just fine.

2 - I just put ceramics on mine from Autozone, and was impressed. I think they are worth it. And the thing with Autozone is they are guaranteed so when you wear them out, you get a new set free when you take them back.

3 - You should not have to bleed the system unless you open it up. Such as replacing a caliper or brake line. When you get the calipers off, just push them back with the proper tool or c-clamp (autozone will rent you the tool for free) and then put the new pads in.
Make sure you pump the brakes to take up any slack between the pads and rotor before you take it out of gear.

4 - You'll get differing opinions on autozone rotors. They are probably made in china.. but then again your originals were probably too.

 

[96s281]

Lets see...
1 - OEM roters are fine, sure slotted or drilled ones may work better but OEM is just fine.

2 - I just put ceramics on mine from Autozone, and was impressed. I think they are worth it. And the thing with Autozone is they are guaranteed so when you wear them out, you get a new set free when you take them back.

3 - You should not have to bleed the system unless you open it up. Such as replacing a caliper or brake line. When you get the calipers off, just push them back with the proper tool or c-clamp (autozone will rent you the tool for free) and then put the new pads in.
Make sure you pump the brakes to take up any slack between the pads and rotor before you take it out of gear.

4 - You'll get differing opinions on autozone rotors. They are probably made in china.. but then again your originals were probably too.

Thanks for the quick response Curtis! And it's good to know AZ will rent the C-clamp for free. I'll make sure to ask. I think I'm going with the ceramic pads with the basic rotor. Like I said, I'm not doing any crazy driving so I don't see why these won't last as long as I have the truck.

 

[my pos mounty]

Don't do it, or you will be doing it again next year.
The autozone rotors will not last much longer than this. I have used them on 4 occasions, with differing amounts of miles on each. ALL of them lasted one year or just a little over it. Mileage used on them varied from 15,000 to 30,000. Problem is they are made to the minimum standard (thickness) and warp rather easily. I had one set that only lasted me 5 months, due to the fact that I live close to the ocean and the truck sat for six weeks, the rusting and pitting was unbelievable. Go with the better or middle grade rotors at NAPA. When you go to the NAPA store, they will have a display set up showing the differences in the rotors, the thinnest would be the Autozone rotor.

 

[96s281]

Don't do it, or you will be doing it again next year.
The autozone rotors will not last much longer than this. I have used them on 4 occasions, with differing amounts of miles on each. ALL of them lasted one year or just a little over it. Mileage used on them varied from 15,000 to 30,000. Problem is they are made to the minimum standard (thickness) and warp rather easily. I had one set that only lasted me 5 months, due to the fact that I live close to the ocean and the truck sat for six weeks, the rusting and pitting was unbelievable. Go with the better or middle grade rotors at NAPA. When you go to the NAPA store, they will have a display set up showing the differences in the rotors, the thinnest would be the Autozone rotor.

Well that's good to hear before buying them. There's a NAPA right around the corner from my work too. There's also a bunch on ebay, but I'm not sure about the quality. Any experience with the following?...

Brake Motive
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ford...ptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories

Brake Labs
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2002...ptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories

R1 Concepts
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/02-0...ptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories

Thanks again for your input guys, this is really helpful!

 

[my pos mounty]

http://motors.shop.ebay.com/i.html?...s&_fln=1&_mad=1&_ssov=1&_trksid=p4506.c0.m282

Haven't had any personal experience with the brands you posted, but if you are going to drop that kinda coin on rotors why not go with a recognized name? EBC? Very close to the same price.

 

[96s281]

http://motors.shop.ebay.com/i.html?...s&_fln=1&_mad=1&_ssov=1&_trksid=p4506.c0.m282

Haven't had any personal experience with the brands you posted, but if you are going to drop that kinda coin on rotors why not go with a recognized name? EBC? Very close to the same price.

You mentioned NAPA before. I found these two and really don't know the difference between them. The specs are virtually the same with the only difference being the "Maximum Lateral Runout" = .002 for the premium one compared to .004 in the ultra premium. The warranty is lifetime for the ultra as well, but that can't be the main difference in price. They look a bit different too, but I'm just not sure...

Premium
http://www.napaonline.com/Search/De...14_0169348863&An=599001+102002+50028+2028014#

Ultra Premium
http://www.napaonline.com/Search/Detail.aspx?A=UBP880014_0176926653&An=599001+102002+50028+2028014#

Thoughts? I could always ask NAPA but I'm trying to do my research so some dude doesn't take advantage of me in the store (haha, sounds funny but you know what I mean).

 

[zerodevil]

i got my powerstop drilled and coated rotors on ebay with ceramic pads for 285 shipped to my door in alaska. Good way to go if you ask me.

 

[2003vstrom]

yeah I got my slotted and cross drilled and zinc plated rotors and ceramic pads for all 4 wheels and payed 189.00 shipped and I did get them off of ebay from a place in chicago had them the next day they have been on my truck for 6 months and work perfect no problems and still look new because of the zinc plating

 

[zerodevil]

i love the zink plating as well, im betting its going to make doing the rear rotors here in a year or two (mine are two years old) MUCH easier to service as they wont have rusted in place. i noticed a BEAUTIFUL increase in stopping power as well. my truck slows fast enough to make people eat dash... i have a test video vibe going on.

 

[my pos mounty]

Powerstop has very good reviews on this site, check out the product review section.

Heres the powerstop review: http://www.explorerforum.com/reviewpost/showproduct.php/product/14/cat/all

 

[96s281]

Again, some great info for me to go on here. Another question if I may...

If I go with some premium rotors/pads in the front, do I need to go as high quality for the rear?

 

[roverz]

Has anybody heard or used the products from this ebay vendor?

Just wondering at 1/2 the price of the Powershot rotors and ceramics their warranty is only 120 days and i can't find any data on their depth of their rotors.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Expl...ptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories

 

[2003vstrom]

same guy I got my brakes from I have had no problems they work great

 

[zerodevil]

you dont HAVE to use similar rotors... but its my oppinion that there are two things you NEVER Skimp on... and thats gaskets... and breaks... unsymetrical breaking systems could lead to wierd stopping and handling characteristics. if your going to go aftermarket style. go for drilled.. tests show them to be better than slotted or drilled AND slotted.

 

[roverz]

Ok bought the rotors and pads and will let you guys know what i think of them in a few weeks when i get them on.

 

[RickM]

The brake system should be bled once a year. Aside from oxidation, water is absorbed by the brake fluid and corrosion takes place. If you're trying to maximize the performance with premium pads and Cross drilled (not my choice)/Slotted rotors then pay attention to the heart of the system as well.