Hey guys (and gals)!
Over the last several weeks I've noticed that my brakes pulsate quite bad. I've got nearly 41k on the (2011) SHO, so I'm uncertain if it's worthy of turning the rotors or just getting something new.
I have to be honest, I haven't had a chance to see how much life is left on my pads, and I'm honestly not sure what to expect out of factory brakes. I know my G8 is near end of life on the pads at 26k, so I'm clueless here.
So the question is, is it worth turning the rotors, or should I invest into something new? I know a warped rotor is always warped (at least I hope it's the rotor and not the caliper) and the pulsating can come back, which brings me to the "Is it worth turning 41k rotors?" question. I honestly am somewhat hard on my brakes from time-to-time, so I would need something that's actually quality. I drive 20 miles on 65MPH roads, and with the idiots on the road sudden stops on the freeway are common. I <3 rollercoaster rides on my way home!! LOL! Not to mention, some off ramps are rather short.
If you recommend new brakes, I'd rather not invest into something super expensive, but quite honestly, brakes and tires are an item that I will NOT cheap out on... it's for my safety (and others around me) for Pete's sake!
Thanks!!
-Brian
I replaced rotors and pads on mine at around 50K. Anything that is not stock is a huge upgrade. I would just buy new, and not try turning the old ones.
There are a ton of discussions on here about brakes. Probably about 100 different combinations!!
I heard power stop were ok, cheap, look ok, and perform ok...TSE big brake kit outrageous at almost 5k
Quote from: elund126 on July 31, 2014, 04:35:08 PM
I replaced rotors and pads on mine at around 50K. Anything that is not stock is a huge upgrade. I would just buy new, and not try turning the old ones.
There are a ton of discussions on here about brakes. Probably about 100 different combinations!!
I kind of figured it wouldn't be worth it, but I had to get opinions before making that decision. I'll definitely be reading the threads more closely soon. It drives me nuts when they pulsate at high speeds, but they're fine under like 45mph. (Fine as in I hardly even feel any pulsing).
Quote from: SHOnUup on July 31, 2014, 04:39:06 PM
I heard power stop were ok, cheap, look ok, and perform ok...TSE big brake kit outrageous at almost 5k
Oh I definitely wouldn't want to drop $5k on brakes. I'd rather invest that sort of cash into a maggie for the G8. LOL!
I bought Hawk pads. They were great for about a year, then i got some squeaking. I took them off to clean and found that the pad was actually about 1mm bigger than the rotor. There is a lip on the top of the pad now, so they are ruined and I have to buy some new pads.
EBC is another brand many are happy with...
EBC red stuff pads and EBC slotted rotors here. Love the setup.
Neglected proper wheel balance can add additional issues with the brakes pulsating and wear out your front end down the road.
Pulsation is the result of improperly and/or over torqued wheel lugs.
I say just replace the rotors, make certain to torque to spec, seat the new pads and be done with it. Never been a big fan of turning rotors.
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Ordered all of my EBC parts last week, finally! I couldn't fathom spending $600 on brakes immediately, but I had to bite the bullet before it gets too cold outside. I grabbed the EBC sport slotted rotors and redstuff pads.
Quick question regarding the caliper. In terms of pushing in the piston, do these just compress right back in, or are they the kind that need to twist to compress? I've got a C-Clamp if it's just the ones that push in, but I'll have to rent the tool if it's the other type. Or is it a mix of both?
Regarding painting, I'll probably look at doing that next spring/summer while it is warm enough outside. I have to find a color that matches Kona Blue well. Perhaps black will be it?
If i'm not mistaken, the back set needs the twist/compress where as the front is just compress w/ c-clamp
Peppelepugh you are correct. Only the rears need to be turned as you compress the piston
Thanks guys! I had to be sure that I had the right set of tools before I start ripping the brakes apart. :)
http://www.amazon.com/Dupli-Color-BCP402-Racing-Black-Caliper/dp/B000B6DG4U/ref=sr_1_2?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1413241540&sr=1-2&keywords=caliper+paint+black (http://www.amazon.com/Dupli-Color-BCP402-Racing-Black-Caliper/dp/B000B6DG4U/ref=sr_1_2?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1413241540&sr=1-2&keywords=caliper+paint+black) ,you mentioned caliper paint,used this on a couple cars of mine and was really happy of the outcome,very durable and dries really fast and looks great in satin black.
It better be good, using BAER brakes as a model ;) Pretty decent range available too.
Quote from: ZSHO on October 13, 2014, 07:15:26 PM
http://www.amazon.com/Dupli-Color-BCP402-Racing-Black-Caliper/dp/B000B6DG4U/ref=sr_1_2?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1413241540&sr=1-2&keywords=caliper+paint+black (http://www.amazon.com/Dupli-Color-BCP402-Racing-Black-Caliper/dp/B000B6DG4U/ref=sr_1_2?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1413241540&sr=1-2&keywords=caliper+paint+black) ,you mentioned caliper paint,used this on a couple cars of mine and was really happy of the outcome,very durable and dries really fast and looks great in satin black.
Sweet! Thanks! $20 isn't bad at all. Will you have more than enough for the 4 calipers like they claim? My reason for not doing it now is just because it's too cool out. Our highs in WI have been only hitting in the mid to upper 50s or the rare 60. I'd absolutely love to do this, though, because the stock look is trash.
Quote from: NAiLs on October 13, 2014, 11:31:08 PM
Quote from: ZSHO on October 13, 2014, 07:15:26 PM
http://www.amazon.com/Dupli-Color-BCP402-Racing-Black-Caliper/dp/B000B6DG4U/ref=sr_1_2?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1413241540&sr=1-2&keywords=caliper+paint+black (http://www.amazon.com/Dupli-Color-BCP402-Racing-Black-Caliper/dp/B000B6DG4U/ref=sr_1_2?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1413241540&sr=1-2&keywords=caliper+paint+black) ,you mentioned caliper paint,used this on a couple cars of mine and was really happy of the outcome,very durable and dries really fast and looks great in satin black.
Sweet! Thanks! $20 isn't bad at all. Will you have more than enough for the 4 calipers like they claim? My reason for not doing it now is just because it's too cool out. Our highs in WI have been only hitting in the mid to upper 50s or the rare 60. I'd absolutely love to do this, though, because the stock look is trash.
You will have enough to do two cars like i did and still have some leftover,just make sure to clean the calipers good,then apply the paint,good luck.
Mmmm.... freshly arrived yesterday and they look so nice! I ordered from a 3rd party on Amazon and they came from EBC themselves. Saved a TON of cash going this route.
Quote from: NAiLs on October 16, 2014, 11:56:40 AM
Mmmm.... freshly arrived yesterday and they look so nice! I ordered from a 3rd party on Amazon and they came from EBC themselves. Saved a TON of cash going this route.
Those look like some heavy duty rotors dude,make sure to follow the bedding procedure so they break in gradually for first couple of hunded miles and good luck.
ZSHO is correct. Follow the bedding process to the T.
Also there will be ALOT of break dust until the break in coating wears off.
Quote from: NAiLs on October 16, 2014, 11:56:40 AM
Mmmm.... freshly arrived yesterday and they look so nice! I ordered from a 3rd party on Amazon and they came from EBC themselves. Saved a TON of cash going this route.
those look beautiful!!! I have the same set, took almost 50 days for the backs to arrive due to the rear set pad was on back order from the UK. I'll be installing mine sunday from the looks of things! GOOD LUCK!
Mighty purrrrrdy! I think peppe got the production line started for you ;)
Quote from: ZSHO on October 16, 2014, 12:01:35 PM
Quote from: NAiLs on October 16, 2014, 11:56:40 AM
Mmmm.... freshly arrived yesterday and they look so nice! I ordered from a 3rd party on Amazon and they came from EBC themselves. Saved a TON of cash going this route.
Those look like some heavy duty rotors dude,make sure to follow the bedding procedure so they break in gradually for first couple of hunded miles and good luck.
I think I saw a procedure in/on the packaging, but I did also see another thread here that gave the rundown. I'm definitely going to be careful with breaking these in and I might have to take side roads to work in effort to A. Use them more, and B. Not have to stop from 70MPH when I hit heavy traffic.
Quote from: glock-coma on October 16, 2014, 12:11:09 PM
ZSHO is correct. Follow the bedding process to the T.
Also there will be ALOT of break dust until the break in coating wears off.
Yay, dust! I am glad that I waxed my wheels recently to make cleaning a piece of cake. If you're wondering, I waxed them only because I had (yes had) to get them powder coated.
Quote from: peppelepugh on October 16, 2014, 12:11:56 PM
Quote from: NAiLs on October 16, 2014, 11:56:40 AM
Mmmm.... freshly arrived yesterday and they look so nice! I ordered from a 3rd party on Amazon and they came from EBC themselves. Saved a TON of cash going this route.
those look beautiful!!! I have the same set, took almost 50 days for the backs to arrive due to the rear set pad was on back order from the UK. I'll be installing mine sunday from the looks of things! GOOD LUCK!
Holy moly! 50 days!? Mine took a week! I'll be installing mine on Saturday if time permits. I already picked up the tools from Advance Auto because I want to get these done. I guess the whole break-in procedure and not wanting to hop on the highway just yet, means I have to drive my car more this weekend. Oh shucks!
Quote from: SHOdded on October 16, 2014, 02:55:39 PM
Mighty purrrrrdy! I think peppe got the production line started for you ;)
LOL! Wouldn't that be funny?? Thank you Peppe!!
I can almost guarantee it is.... SHO-TYM ordered his set like 2 days before i did. I ordered mine.... SURPRISE!!!!! Back Pads are on back order....Go figure!
GOOD LUCK!!!! I'll be getting mine installed Sunday Morning, hang over permitting due to a friend getting married Saturday night...
I'm hoping to have mine broken in within a week. I already drive about 200 miles a week for my commute to/from work. Whats another 50-250 miles in a week? psh!!!! haha.
Well, I got mine all installed and so far so good. I'll get 200 miles in this week as well. I'm actually going to go do a little driving now just to get a feel for 'em. Everything went very well with the install and no hiccups.
All this and no pix :( Well, hope your break-in goes very smoothly!
Quote from: SHOdded on October 18, 2014, 09:00:11 PM
All this and no pix :( Well, hope your break-in goes very smoothly!
LOL! Yeah! The sun was just starting to set by the time I finished cleaning up. If the weather cooperates tomorrow, I'll try to snap a couple in the sun. I did drive on 'em about 30 miles tonight and they're a night and day difference! I'm glad the pulsating is gone! That was driving me absolutely nuts! I gotta say, the stock crap that was on there was in really good shape and had a lot of life left. Makes me wonder if the brakes were serviced before I bought my car or if they were originals. I did buy my car with 23k on it, so who knows.
I had zero energy to do anything yesterday, so I didn't snap anything... but this morning I did. Behold my dirty SHO with brand new EBC brakes! I did snap a picture right after installing them, and didn't think it turned out (thought it was too dark), but it isn't bad.
I've got about 55 miles on them now and I can't get over how much better they are than stock... plus no more pulsating! :dude:
Yep, center cap is missing thanks to Goodyear breaking two of them. I'll be replacing that soon enough.
Understated yet elegant :) Need a YAMAHA centercap ;)
Like it!
Going old school with the "Yamaha"... I like it too
Rich
Looks great,did you ever get a chance to paint the calipers?
I don't think I'll go with a Yamaha one, but that's funny. I'd love to get an SHO cap, though. In the end, I know I'll be picking up some used Ford ones on eBay.
Quote from: ZSHO on October 20, 2014, 12:44:13 PM
Looks great,did you ever get a chance to paint the calipers?
Unfortunately not. I'll be looking to do that in spring when I have more time, and a higher temperature, though. It was only about 50 degrees out when I did my brakes.