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Bones
Dodge Dakota
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2/10/2004
12:01:55
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I just dropped my 2002 Dak sport over to the dealer for some service. They call me back and try and suck me into changing my rotors and break pads. They said it's going to cost something like $430. WHAT??? I could do it for less than half the price myself. Anyway, I've been thinking about changing my rotors and pads anyway so now's a better time then any. I wanna get something good but I don't want to spend an arm and a leg (like over $200)? Any suggestions? I know alot of people like Powerslot. There's Raybestos, Aimco (Autozone), Napa....any advice on some good parts that won't break my pocket? Thanks!!!
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CThomp
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2/10/2004
12:03:40
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They are over $200 but check out Stainless Steel Brakes at their web page. You can get both pads and rotors for the from for $220. I have this kit but haven't put it on yet.
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DSW
Dodge Dakota
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2/10/2004
13:53:21
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I replaced the warped rotors at 60K with some el'cheapo ones from Autozone, $90 for pads and rotors. They lasted 50K because I adjusted the rear brakes every 6K during the oil change. At 110K I replaced the rotors and pads again with the AZ stuff since it was only $90 (no money for the good stuff). Plus, it's nice to have a spare set of rotors that can be turned for the next brake job.
I put on a lot of freeway miles which might account for the long life of the cheap rotors. But then again, I also tow a 3000# boat a couple of times a month which does heat up the brakes even with engine braking.
Get the Powerslot's or crossdrilled rotors if you don't want to worry the front's warping, but it's going to be $200-250 for the pads and rotors. Hope I am not broke the next time so I can get the rotors upgraded.
00 CC 4.7 2WD
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Philthy
Dodge Dakota
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2/10/2004
14:45:12
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What about going to Pep Boys and picking up some Raybestos Professional grade rotors and the PG Plus break pads? This alone should be an improvement over the stock, right?
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.boB
Dodge Dakota
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2/10/2004
19:58:28
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If you do a lot of towing and/or heavy braking, do not get slotted or cross drilled rotors. Braking effciency is primarily a function of rotor surface area and pad contact area. That's why bigger brake discs work better. When you drill holes or cut slots, you are decreasing the effective surface area. Who , in their right mind, would say, "I need better brakes, so I better install smaller discs"? Doesn't make sense, does it?
If you feel that your brakes are overheating, then you need to work on cooling them better. Get some 2" ducting and run it from the front of the truck to the center of the brake discs.
Check out the FAQ's from Wilwood, see what they say about slotting and cross drilling.
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The Dog
Dodge Dakota
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2/11/2004
10:41:29
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I have found that if you resurface the rotors with a on car lathe the rotors will last alittle longer.I think the problem on my R/T with the rotors warping was a combo of the 17 inch wheels and the rears getting out of adjustment.Two years ago I tried the on car lathe when my second pair of rotors warped and that lasted about a year.Last summer I gave in and installed the powerslots along with the hawk pads that were recommended by powerslot and it has made a big difference.It is expensive but I would like to keep on liven instead of dying alittle.The idea of adjusting the rears every 6000mi is a good thought but I would also clean them suckers too cause it will them last twice as long.
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