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Which rotors or pads to buy? #540423 02/05/03 05:07 AM
Joined: Feb 2003 Posts: 17 C caholland OP New CEG\'er
OP caholland New CEG\'er C Joined: Feb 2003 Posts: 17	Hey Guys, I'm thinking about improving my braking system. I have been contemplating just buying new low fade/low dust pads or buying pads and slotted rotors. I really just want to decrease the annoying black dust on my rims. I reseached EBC, Mintex, and KVR pads. Also do SS brake lines really help? Any suggestions? What are you guys using and how well do you like them? Thanks Courtney

Re: Which rotors or pads to buy? #540424 02/05/03 06:00 AM
Joined: Sep 2000 Posts: 4,693 Thousand Oaks, California, USA B Big Jim_dup1 Hard-core CEG'er
Big Jim_dup1 Hard-core CEG'er B Joined: Sep 2000 Posts: 4,693 Thousand Oaks, California, USA	Probably the lowest dusting brake pads commonly available at the moment are the Raybestos Quiet Stops. These are the ceramic based pads. NAPA and Car Quest also sell the same pads with their own label on them. From what I have read, they do not stop quite as well as semi metalic pads, but for most drivers the difference seems to be more theoretical than actual. Personally, I don't think much of either slotted or drilled rotors. Don't do it to imporve braking, they really don't. They cause other problems though as the holes or slots are stress risers that are the originating points for cracking. They also make it more difficult to machine when the time comes. If you feel that you must have them for looks, just be aware of their limitations. You may want to check out the rotors (pads too if you are looking for semi metalic) at BAT. www.batinc.net Someone that posts here frequently can help you with Bendix, which is an exceptional street brake pad. Neither Mintex or EBC pads are particularly low dust, but each has their loyal following for their performance. Jim Johnson 98 SVT 03 Escape Limited

Re: Which rotors or pads to buy? #540425 02/05/03 06:22 AM
Joined: Aug 2002 Posts: 1,210 Ottawa, Ontario 9 96BlackSE Hard-core CEG\'er
96BlackSE Hard-core CEG\'er 9 Joined: Aug 2002 Posts: 1,210 Ottawa, Ontario	Don't get KVR pads thats all I can say... They are not low dust at all (this might be because I have slotted rotors I donno) but they don't perform that well either they easly fade 3.0 14.392@97.237 2.302 60ft OEM 4-bolt LCA's $105 each Watch me go

Re: Which rotors or pads to buy? #540426 02/05/03 01:42 PM
Joined: Nov 2000 Posts: 10,015 The land of Vegemite and Foste... S Stazi Hard-core CEG'er
Stazi Hard-core CEG'er S Joined: Nov 2000 Posts: 10,015 The land of Vegemite and Foste...	Originally posted by caholland: Hey Guys, I'm thinking about improving my braking system. I have been contemplating just buying new low fade/low dust pads or buying pads and slotted rotors. I really just want to decrease the annoying black dust on my rims. I reseached EBC, Mintex, and KVR pads. Also do SS brake lines really help? Any suggestions? What are you guys using and how well do you like them? Thanks Courtney It's all here and at a good price! Bendix Titanium / Autospecialty Group Buy 2000 SVT Turbo 295hp/269ftlb@12psi #1 for Bendix Brakes Kits! Knuckles rebuilt w/new bearings $55 AUSSIE ENDLINKS $70 Gutted pre-cats $80/set A lack of planning on your part does not constitute an emergency on mine!

Re: Which rotors or pads to buy? #540427 02/05/03 06:03 PM
Joined: Oct 2000 Posts: 3,867 Wichita, KS R RogerB_dup1 Hard-core CEG'er
RogerB_dup1 Hard-core CEG'er R Joined: Oct 2000 Posts: 3,867 Wichita, KS	Originally posted by caholland: Hey Guys, ...do SS brake lines really help? The SS lines reduce compliance in your brakes' hydraulic system, transferring more of your pedal force to the caliper. Your braking can be more precisely controlled, and your pedal will feel less spongy. Function before fashion. '96 Contour SE "Toss the Contour into a corner, and it's as easy to catch as a softball thrown by a preschooler." -Edmunds, 1998

Re: Which rotors or pads to buy? #540428 02/07/03 05:39 PM
Joined: Aug 2002 Posts: 506 L LI-SVT Veteran CEG\'er
LI-SVT Veteran CEG\'er L Joined: Aug 2002 Posts: 506	I have the NAPA pads on the front. There is almost no dust, even if you are hard on the brakes. As mentioned above they do not stop as well as stock. When it is raining or temps lower than 30ish there is a pause before the car begins to slow. This happens no matter how hard you stomp on the pedal. '98.5 SVT E1 T-Red, Midnight Blue All stock

Re: Which rotors or pads to buy? #540429 02/07/03 06:02 PM
Joined: Nov 2000 Posts: 10,015 The land of Vegemite and Foste... S Stazi Hard-core CEG'er
Stazi Hard-core CEG'er S Joined: Nov 2000 Posts: 10,015 The land of Vegemite and Foste...	cough Bendix Titaniums available from me cough 2000 SVT Turbo 295hp/269ftlb@12psi #1 for Bendix Brakes Kits! Knuckles rebuilt w/new bearings $55 AUSSIE ENDLINKS $70 Gutted pre-cats $80/set A lack of planning on your part does not constitute an emergency on mine!

Re: Which rotors or pads to buy? #540430 02/11/03 01:20 AM
Joined: May 2000 Posts: 635 Lucas,Ohio F F111D F_dup1 Veteran CEG\'er
F111D F_dup1 Veteran CEG\'er F Joined: May 2000 Posts: 635 Lucas,Ohio	Quote: When it is raining or temps lower than 30ish there is a pause before the car begins to slow. Exactly why I went with the Bendix Pads. Carbon metallic PFC's have the same problem. And from what those that have had some time on there Bendix pads, low dusting. Paul Stazi's AOK to deal with also!!!!!!!!!! Paul 98 Mystique LS 2ea (07/97)(08/98)

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