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LOUD Powerstop Evolution Z23 kit

Started by SuperPete, February 03, 2020, 01:12:13 PM

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SuperPete

So, I have Z23 Powerstop evolution brakes on all 4 corners, pads and rotors.
Have them for about 5-6mo now, and boy are they loud at stopping,
I did my brake-in and all of that but hitting hard at high speed sounds like a I am stopping a tractor, LOL

So question to all of you powerstop users, are you having same issue or have anyone find a solution/fix to this? Maybe different pads?
I believe its the slots making noise when slide across the pads, combination of the pads material and the slot resonates some how.

Any input welcome

Thank you


2014 SHO, GearHead TUNNED /Powered by Matt Robinson
PPE Downpipes, GearHead Intercooler, AirAid Intake
XDI-35 HPFP @ E40,   MSD Coilpacks
MUSTANG DYNO: 426/446
Continental Extreme Contact 06 & Powerstop Z23 all 4 corners

nickstewartroc

That's how they were on my SHO a few years back. Never really bothered me, but yeah the slots+holes will create more noise
Current:
2013 Ruby Red Flex Limited EcoBoost, Unleashed Tuned, drop in filter

Gone but not forgotten: 2011 SHO Non-PP in Black Tuxedo Metallic - Catback, DPs, Stoptech Z23s, MDesign CAI, LMS Tune

SuperPete

I can live with that, it's just when I am with people in the car, hitting brakes, everyone like, WTH?? is this normal?

2014 SHO, GearHead TUNNED /Powered by Matt Robinson
PPE Downpipes, GearHead Intercooler, AirAid Intake
XDI-35 HPFP @ E40,   MSD Coilpacks
MUSTANG DYNO: 426/446
Continental Extreme Contact 06 & Powerstop Z23 all 4 corners

Blackhawk

The fix on my 2011 was to replace them with solid rotors and Akebono pads :(  A couple decent brakes at highway speed and they got loud and felt like s***.

SuperPete

Has anyone with PowerStop setup tried using stock SHO pads?
I don't care about dust, I was car once a week, no issue there, I am just wondering if stock pads can better performance of current rotors
2014 SHO, GearHead TUNNED /Powered by Matt Robinson
PPE Downpipes, GearHead Intercooler, AirAid Intake
XDI-35 HPFP @ E40,   MSD Coilpacks
MUSTANG DYNO: 426/446
Continental Extreme Contact 06 & Powerstop Z23 all 4 corners

SHOdded

Imagine driving over a pothole with no spring-rebound suspension.  Same thing is happening when the pad is passing over the slot.  Slots have air, air carries sound.  The rotor is only 13 inches.  Imagine how many times this event occurs while you are driving.

Yes, my Power Stops make sound, but I have gotten used to it.  Much better than using, say, Hawk HPS on a blank rotor :D
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

SM105K

My powerstops are quiet during braking. However they have the regular slotted and drilled sound at low speeds.

I don't care for the Z23 ceramic pads honestly.  I am going to swap them out with a stock PP pad soon. 
"M" 2013 SHO PP | AJPTurbo E30 Tune | FS HPFP | Stock IC with Ice Water DIY Sprayer | PPE Downpipes | Custom Magnaflow Resonator | 3rd Cat Delete | Derale Upgraded Trans Cooler | Dicunzolo Gen2 Trans Mounts| EPP Noisemaker Eliminator | MSD Coil Over Plugs | SP-542's | UPR Dual Valve Catch Can | K&N Drop In | Power Stop Slotted and Drilled Rotors with Stock PP Pads | H&R Springs  | AVS Flush Deflector | 802SHO Custom Splitter | Duraflex Chin Spoiler | Curva Concept C7's | Continental DWS06 Extreme Contact Rubber | 411 HP and 546 TQ |

"The Fukus" 2013 Focus ST | Boomba BOV | FSWerks Short Shifter | Power Stop Brakes | Continental DWS06 Extreme Contact Rubber |

SHOdded

#7
yeah the Z37 is a much better fit if you can find it.

From RockAuto
POWER STOP Z371612 {#DG1Z2200B, DG1Z2200C} Z37 Top Cop; Carbon-Fiber Ceramic REAR
POWER STOP Z371611 {Click Info Button for Alternate/OEM Part Numbers} Z37 Top Cop; Carbon-Fiber Ceramic FRONT
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!