New brakes - break-in?

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Old 01-02-2005, 09:42 PM
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New brakes - break-in?

I just replaced my front rotors (OE replacement from O'Reilly auto parts) and Wagner ThermoQuiet ceramic pads all around. Dealer had said my

Everything went together like a champ. (Car has 98K on it, and I hope to be trading soon, so I didn't pop for anything expensive.)

How long do I have to take it easy on 'em before I start my 60-0 testing?
Old 01-02-2005, 10:36 PM
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most people say 500 miles...
Old 01-02-2005, 11:20 PM
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i started slamming on the brakes once i got my second tank of gas. so i would say about a good 300-400 miles. i love the feel of fresh new rotors and pads!
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Thanks. That ought to go by quickly enough.
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around 500 miles or so. then bed the pads in not before.
just take it easy for awhile
Old 01-02-2005, 11:46 PM
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i did it for 1,000 miles, and now I have a sick bite.
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