looking to upgrade brakes....
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looking to upgrade brakes....
I'm thinking to go with Stoptech Rotors... but cant decide if i should go with drilled only or drilled slotted. I'm looking for good performance and also what would look best. Can you recommend me some good pads that will not make more dust then OEM or equal... I have a 2005 TL AT
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^^ That's what I'd say too.
I don't think Racing Brake makes a Drilled & Slotted though. And those definetly look the best and can improve performance over blanks. I n which case Rotora or StopTech.
I've run StopTech with Racing Brake ET Series pads .... good combo.
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I don't have the AT that the OP, and I assume you, have, so part numbers would not do any good.
I ran on the 2007 TL-S fronts:
- StopTech OE Replacement 1-piece slotted Rotors
- Racing Brake ET500 Pads
Also had SS Brake Lines & Amsoil DOT3 Fluid.
On the '02 TL-S (which is VERY similar to the '04 - '08 base AT), I have:
- Racing Brake UP 1-piece slotted Front Rotors
- StopTech OE Repalcement 1-piece slotted Rear Rotors
- Racing Brake ET500 Pads all around
- SS Brake lines
Both are excellent combinations. After break-in and several hundred miles of street use, they "stop like crazy". Lower dust (not no dust), no noise.
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Got both from Marcus (Mr. HeelToe) at www.heeltoeauto.com and could not be happier. Josh at Excelerate Performance also sells StopTech as well as Rotora which have a slotted or drilled/slotted offering.
Call or PM these vendors. They will hook you up with the right product for your applicaiton and driving style.
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I don't see how. Those systems rely on wheel speed measurements and differentials. Regardless of the brake rotors/pads you are running, you're either in lock up or not in lock up and ABS will act accordingly. ymmv.
Some one with a better technical understanding may offer more insight. I just don't see the logic in the dealer statement.
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In the majority of brake upgrade threads people recommend ss brake lines. What is the benefit of these? and, for a daily driver that's not raced or taken to the track, how much of a brake upgrade is overkill or just for looks?
I have about 26k on my original brakes and rotors with no signs of decreased performance, I don't brake hard very often. Manual tranny could have something to do with that. I haven't actually measured the pads but will take a look when I do the next tire rotation. I don't feel like I need a real "upgrade" over stock when the time comes but will likely go with a slotted rotor with some new pads. I know the rears don't need to be changed at the same time but do most people get new rear rotors when changing the fronts from stock to slotted or slotted and drilled?
Also, what's the correct way to measure the pad thickness?
Thanks guys!
I have about 26k on my original brakes and rotors with no signs of decreased performance, I don't brake hard very often. Manual tranny could have something to do with that. I haven't actually measured the pads but will take a look when I do the next tire rotation. I don't feel like I need a real "upgrade" over stock when the time comes but will likely go with a slotted rotor with some new pads. I know the rears don't need to be changed at the same time but do most people get new rear rotors when changing the fronts from stock to slotted or slotted and drilled?
Also, what's the correct way to measure the pad thickness?
Thanks guys!
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SS lines do not expand - whether hot or cold - so the lost braking effort from rubber lines is applied to the brake piston(s).
In a daily driver there is slight improvement to brake feel, but little (if any) performance gain. Back-road/mountain/canyon runs - yes; track - yes. I think of them as a part of the overall brake sytem upgrade.
Otherwise, on the daily commute, more show. And they DO look good.
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Great explaination Bearcat. Thanks. May look into this when it comes time, depending on cost. But, it doesn't sound like I "need" them.....of course I don't "need" a lot of things that I put on/in the car
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In the majority of brake upgrade threads people recommend ss brake lines. What is the benefit of these? and, for a daily driver that's not raced or taken to the track, how much of a brake upgrade is overkill or just for looks?
I have about 26k on my original brakes and rotors with no signs of decreased performance, I don't brake hard very often. Manual tranny could have something to do with that. I haven't actually measured the pads but will take a look when I do the next tire rotation. I don't feel like I need a real "upgrade" over stock when the time comes but will likely go with a slotted rotor with some new pads. I know the rears don't need to be changed at the same time but do most people get new rear rotors when changing the fronts from stock to slotted or slotted and drilled?
Also, what's the correct way to measure the pad thickness?
Thanks guys!
I have about 26k on my original brakes and rotors with no signs of decreased performance, I don't brake hard very often. Manual tranny could have something to do with that. I haven't actually measured the pads but will take a look when I do the next tire rotation. I don't feel like I need a real "upgrade" over stock when the time comes but will likely go with a slotted rotor with some new pads. I know the rears don't need to be changed at the same time but do most people get new rear rotors when changing the fronts from stock to slotted or slotted and drilled?
Also, what's the correct way to measure the pad thickness?
Thanks guys!
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I don't see how. Those systems rely on wheel speed measurements and differentials. Regardless of the brake rotors/pads you are running, you're either in lock up or not in lock up and ABS will act accordingly. ymmv.
Some one with a better technical understanding may offer more insight. I just don't see the logic in the dealer statement.
Some one with a better technical understanding may offer more insight. I just don't see the logic in the dealer statement.
Im not sure on the pads as many people said they didnt like them as they were squeeky. Its something i definitely wanna avoid...
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was wondering... will stock oem pads work with aftermarket cross drilled/slotted rotors?
or would it be better to uprgrade to Type-S brake pads... cuz i kind of want the black acura caliper too xP
or would it be better to uprgrade to Type-S brake pads... cuz i kind of want the black acura caliper too xP
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Acura brake recommendations wanted
I have an 08 TL s type with manual tranny, 25K miles. I am toild I need new front brakes and rotors. The dealer recommended that I buy power slot brake rotors and hawk pads, adn he would install them. any thoughs are appreciated. BTW. I can't seem to find power slot front brake rotors for this car?
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