Brake question
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Brake question
I have a 2010 Vert base and it's time for new brakes. I'm thinking about replacing the rotors, calipers, and pads with something a little better than stock. I daily drive mine and don't track it.
I've looked at Powerstop and Wildwood so far. Most of what I see online says they are not for the magride setup (Which I have)
Have any of you guys replaced all 4 corners with aftermarket setups you would recommend?
Thanks in advance.
I've looked at Powerstop and Wildwood so far. Most of what I see online says they are not for the magride setup (Which I have)
Have any of you guys replaced all 4 corners with aftermarket setups you would recommend?
Thanks in advance.
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If you have the base JL9 brakes the simplest and cheapest upgrade is to convert to J55 brakes. J55 use the same calipers and pads but have larger rotors.
You will need J55 rotors ($180) and caliper brakets ($300) to make the conversion. Upgrade to a quality brake pad.
You will need J55 rotors ($180) and caliper brakets ($300) to make the conversion. Upgrade to a quality brake pad.
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I have a 2010 Vert base and it's time for new brakes. I'm thinking about replacing the rotors, calipers, and pads with something a little better than stock. I daily drive mine and don't track it.
I've looked at Powerstop and Wildwood so far. Most of what I see online says they are not for the magride setup (Which I have)
Have any of you guys replaced all 4 corners with aftermarket setups you would recommend?
Thanks in advance.
I've looked at Powerstop and Wildwood so far. Most of what I see online says they are not for the magride setup (Which I have)
Have any of you guys replaced all 4 corners with aftermarket setups you would recommend?
Thanks in advance.
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Any rotor with slots will be superior. They are all constructed of basic iron. Drilled tends to crack over time. Pads is mostly a matter of dust. Proper bedding of new iron is required.
There are some fancy options with aluminum hubs. I like my Baer's, they are alarming in the garage as all those screws crackle all night during cooldown.
There are some fancy options with aluminum hubs. I like my Baer's, they are alarming in the garage as all those screws crackle all night during cooldown.
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I'm going with Powerstop Z23-731 , Z23-732 pads on my 08 Z51. They also have the rotors if you need them. They even sell powder coated calipers if you lean that way. Best Bang for the buck. Carbon Fiber/Ceramic pads #1 choice for me. 
