i need new front brakes but can't afford a bbk any suggestions?
07-19-2005, 08:54 AM
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i need new front brakes but can't afford a bbk any suggestions?
i need new rotors and pads. i was thinking about getting the ecs slotted and cross drilled zinc or cadium plated one and pagid sport pads(dark blue). i also have heard zimmerman rotors are good. i want a brake pad that is low dust and doesn't make very much noise. thanks in advance.
07-19-2005, 09:15 AM
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definitely get rotors that are cadmium or zinc plated...
I just put some zimmermans on the rear of mine a few weeks back and they already show a lot of rust. I asked on here before I got them and I got about 50/50 response to rusting, but mine rusted within a couple weeks.
07-19-2005, 09:28 AM
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The rotors I got from ECS were Brembos...>>
Other things to consider
- ATE Super Blue brake fluid
- Stainless brake lines
- TyrolSport Brake Caliper Stiffening kit.
and you'll should have great brakes for a long time.
- ATE Super Blue brake fluid
- Stainless brake lines
- TyrolSport Brake Caliper Stiffening kit.
and you'll should have great brakes for a long time.
07-19-2005, 10:58 AM
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no, and they weren't stated to be...
the pads keep that contact surface clean obviously, but the rest of them already show rust. Not a big deal, they still look better than the stockers, but its not very bling 
07-19-2005, 12:54 PM
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For daily driving, I find the Autozone Duralast pads to be effective, quiet and low dust.
Seriously. They offer free replacements, also. I gave up on the whole sensor thing. Seems that 1 track session is enough to melt the sensor loose on a pad, so screw it. No sensor for me.
Go elsewhere for track pads. Obviously.
Go elsewhere for track pads. Obviously.
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07-19-2005, 04:10 PM
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Because you mentioned that the other day, I just installed some on my neighbor's>>
'98 Mazda 626. She had just hit the backing plate on one side and barely scored the rotor, so I told her we needed to do them tonight to avoid destroying the rotor.
One word-- Nice! For a mere $21.49, they included shims and were beveled on the edges. Took the car out for a spin and the braking felt killer, and there was absolutely no noise. Highly recommended for street daily driver use!
One word-- Nice! For a mere $21.49, they included shims and were beveled on the edges. Took the car out for a spin and the braking felt killer, and there was absolutely no noise. Highly recommended for street daily driver use!
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