JJH

iTrader: (1)

Looking for the part numbers for Centric e-coated rotors and Wagner Thermoquiet pads for a 6MT type-s. Would these be the same part numbers as the pads/rotors for 6MT base TLs?

Thanks!

JJH

iTrader: (1)

Front pads MT
Model: MX1049
RockAuto has it for $25.79. Amazon for $33.02

Rear pads
Model: QC536
RockAuto has it for $21.79. Amazon for $23.77

JJH

iTrader: (1)

Centric rotors with black e-coating:

125.40061 (rear)

125.40062 (front for 6MT TL or type-s)

DMZ

The exact brake parts I have installed! You'll be quite satisfied, I assure you.
Wagner Thermo Quiet pads offer the best bang for the buck of all pads available for our cars.


.

DMZ

Specifically, that's for '04/5/6 MT and all '07/8 Typs-S.
.

sopmodm14

I've just got a stock 06 TL , are the Centric e-coated rotors and Wagner Thermoquiet pads applicable to just the Type S ?

(i'd like to upgrade to Type-S braking performance, for safety)

sockr1

iTrader: (5)

how's the dusting on those pads?

and is there a specific reason you're going semi metallic on the front and ceramic on the back?

DMZ

Very minimal at best. Next time around, I'll use these pads again, hands down.
.

94eg!

Centric 125-series rotors are not just e-coated.....but high-carbon alloy as well. They are the blanks that Stoptech uses to make their performance slotted or drilled rotors from (at 1/3 the price). Cant beat 'em.

JJH

iTrader: (1)

I don't have a particular reason, I just followed suit because I read that this was a good combination of pads and rotors. I'm sure others may be able to chime in as to why they chose this combination.

Have you guys used the Permatex Purple Extreme Cermamic Brake parts lubricant on our sliders and pins before? I've read conflicting opinions about how it causes the rubber bushings, although the bottle says that the stuff is safe for rubber.

polobunny

I would ceramic all the way. You're going to get tired of cleaning your wheels with semi-metallic in the front.

JJH

iTrader: (1)

To answer the question above about why I didn't get Wagner ceramic pads for the front it's because they don't make ceramic pads for our brembo brakes.

94eg!

For Aftermarket pads I prefer:

Centric 106-series "Posi-Quiet Extended Wear" for longevity

Centric 309-series "Stoptech" pads for performance.

DMZ

Had those Centric Posi-Quiet Pads. They were garbage! They were fine for about 10K miles then started dusting the wheels worse than the OEM Pads. No kidding!

Replaced them with the Wagner Thermo-Quiets and have never looked back.
.
.

96SC4

what about Akebono ultra-premium ceramic pads?
was going to order these pads and Centric rotors for my fronts...
now i see this thread.

keep in mind, i have a base.

anybody running Akebono? seem to get good reviews...

ABP_04TL

iTrader: (2)

Now im willing to try these... I am assuming the prices on rotors are per each correct?

DMZ

Current prices from rockauto.com:

CENTRIC 12040062 $48.79 each
CENTRIC 12040046CRY $51.79 each (NEW)

WAGNER Part # MX1049 - $25.79 for the set
.
.

nfnsquared

I just rotated my tires yesterday and took photos of my Racing Brake ET300s. They have 126,000 miles on them and aren't even half worn....

94eg!

^I imagine you drive mostly freeway?

nfnsquared

Yeah, probably about 75/25 now and almost 30K/year. I changed out at ~73K and the OEM pads still had at least 10K of material left. I'm really impressed at the wear rate of these pads

199,030 and still on the original rear pads... but they are getting close.....

quanaman

iTrader: (4)

Subscribing to this thread for future braking needs

I was actually looking to buy the stoptech kit since my car just failed inspection for brakes.

94eg!

Slotted rotors are way overpriced IMO. Centric high-carbon (125 series) are the exact same rotor castings (without the machined slots) at a fraction of the price.

quanaman

iTrader: (4)

Are the hubs on them also black like the stoptech kit? I guess that is the main deciding factor for me!

polobunny

The 125 series are, yeah.

Jakes_tl

This is some good information. Will come in handy.

quanaman

iTrader: (4)

Currently placed the Centric rotors and Wagner pads in my cart, my total is at $144.99. Pretty great deal IMO. I'm sure I can find a coupon code to save a few more bucks too.

94eg!

Centric rotors:

121 C-Tek: Fully Machined (cheapos)
120 Premium: Fully Machined & Black E-coated non-friction areas
125 High Carbon: Fully Machined, Black E-coated, upgraded Alloy
126 Stoptech: Fully Machined, Black E-coated, upgraded Alloy, Machined Directional slots
128 Powerslot: Fully Machined, Black E-coated, upgraded Alloy, Machined Directional holes

quanaman

iTrader: (4)

Just placed my order for front rotors (125 series) and the wagner pads. Total 138.72 including shipping

sockr1

iTrader: (5)

^^ let us know what you think!

Part numbers for the front? And what kind of pads are they material wise?

manhatton

Just did all rotors and pads with these. Had StopTech pads on factory rotors previously.

Not as aggressive with the initial bite, but as it's wifey's DD that is just fine. Interested to see about the dusting...

djbonsu

iTrader: (3)

Great info! Subscribed!

JJH

iTrader: (1)

Just did my pads and rotors change yesterday. Also flushed and replaced with Motul DOT 5.1 fluid.

I'll second manhatton and say that they initial bite is definitely not as good as my previous setup. I bedded them by doing 10 60mph to 10mph stops in a row and then cruising for 15 minutes to cool them down.

However, I did replace both of my rear calipers with aftermarket remannys from Advance Auto, so that might be part of the reason they have a softer feel. No squeaks at all or noise anywhere though.