So I need new brakes for my 06 TL. Anyone have any good suggestions on which ones are good and which ones I should get?

 

the good ones are the expensive ones.

the ones i would recommend are the Duralast CMAX Gold ceramic brake pads. they have lifetime warranty on them and that includes wear and tear. so when you wear the CMAX pads down you can replace them with another set for FREE.

you are forced to buy another set when you wear down the original CMAX pads, but you then return the old worn out set and get a refund at full price.

 

Oh shit thanks man, those sound good I have heard of them before too. Since we are on this topic do you know any brake calippers or pads I dont know which they are, where they say Acura on them?

 

Well it depends on if you have an auto transmission or manual (and as well TL-S or base).

If you have an AUTO TL (2004-2006) or Base (2007-2008) then you have regular brakes. The best things to do are:

1. Rotors (use slotted rotors) from a reputable company like racing brake.
2. Pads, you can use pads such as Racing Brakes ET500, Acura A-Spec pads, etc
3. Fluid flush -> Be sure to flush out the old brake fluid and use good stuff like DOT 4 or DOT 5.1 fluid.

If you want better brake feel, you can also upgrade to stainless steel braided brake lines as well.

 

I second the Duralast CMAX Gold (ceramic) pads. Sold exclusively at Autozone and it's actually quality if you want low/no dust + 6.5/10 stopping power. Pair it with Stoptech slotted/drilled rotors and you'll be set. No warping and lifetime pads.

 

^ most folks with the brembo brakes go for these (6spd Manual or TL-S models). Do they make the CMAX for autos?

 

they make cmax for everything.

i must warn everybody with brembos, the CMAX are not "track pads" by any means.

i have stoptech cross drilled/slotted rotors with amsoil dot 4 racing brake fluid in my car. i have made my cmax brake pads smoke twice now. the cmax pads are good for two back to back emergency stops from 100 mph to 50 mph. repeated hard use of these pads will result in massive thick smoke and extreme brake fade. do not ask me how i know about this.

the shop where i had my stuff installed on my car said "yeah that happens with cheap brake pads, you should get some hawks"

hawks cost more than the cmax brake pads, for those who dont know. and they are up to racing specifications

stopping power is good on the CMAX pads. just dont beat the shit out of them

 

Yes - I have an 06 TL AT. Your great setup for everyday driving - not meant for the track - or dicking around (too much).

 

Yeah, the ones for '04-'06 TL's with manual transmissions. They are Brembo calipers and yes they are black and have the word "Acura" cast into them.