[Gov Holmes]

After over 22 . 23. years My F350 Deservs the upgraded brake rotors for the front and rear . Have the rear pads shown to be a needed upgrade for the system ? The truck has 180 000 on and the rotors have been replaced years ago . Let us know your thoughts and what has worked well for you . What did not work ? Thanks in advance .. Gov Holmes

 

[Jax]

I put Powerstop on mine. Brake Upgrade Kits for Sport, Utility & Daily Driving | PowerStop Brakes

 

[1970something]

i use NAPA premium.

 

[Gov Holmes]

My build date listed on the door. 4 99 My friend likes his brakes on his chivvy truck and looks like i will also .. The build date i made by a week , just send money ? Gov Holmes

 

[Gov Holmes]

Jax I am leaning towards the power stop as well . I made the build date by a week . My chivy friend used the kit containing the complete front and back components and he likes them . The package label for towing etc , It has been several years since he went with the power stop brand and no problems with them Thanks again Jax . Gov Holmes

 

[Jax]

You're welcome! Just don't drop the caliper on your leg while trying to mount it.

 

[1970something]

or the rotor on you foot.

 

[PowerStrokeMeF450]

I've used powerstop a lot on past vehicles. They have a nice look with the plated rotors staying shiny and the drilled/slotted look if you want. But they are on the cheap side of "performance" brake companies and tend to be noisy and squeaky. They use low quality iron that warp and pulstate easily. I'm a fan of Centric's posi-quiet line. They are the longest lasting, lowest dusting, quietest brakes we can give customers and I use them on my vehicles when I can. They bite and perform very well too. In fact they are the only known company to complete their rotors in the USA. (All rotors are made in China), however Centric does final machining in house and commissions a higher quality iron. Makes for long life without warpage. Not as sexy as drilled/slotted set... but those who know quality know.

 

[1970something]

drilled/slotted rotors look pretty, and give better stopping power, but they eat brake pads.
that is why i use the napa premium solid rotors. i am not driving a race car.
and i get on average 65-75k miles out of rotors and pads.

 

[Sixgear]

drilled/slotted rotors look pretty, and give better stopping power, but they eat brake pads.
that is why i use the napa premium solid rotors. i am not driving a race car.
and i get on average 65-75k miles out of rotors and pads.

"drilled/slotted rotors look pretty, and give better stopping power, " not under normal conditions, pulling heavy load through the mountains and/or very hilly country then yes.

 

[Sixgear]

Raybestos rotors and pads

 

[Gov Holmes]

Found on inspection bad wheel bearing on front spindle . Have not pulled the spindle or bearings off yet . What wheel high temp grease in a tube should i look for ? there has to be many brands out there are of quality . Used C R C on my ball joints , high temp of course . Jax you home ? CRC is not available also will use to lube for wheel bearings and ball joints as well . GOV HOLMES

 

[Gov Holmes]

Now I know why some posts go lame , I foregot ? Woundup with a complete unit as that is how they do things these days for the front 4x4 spindle . The brakes all the way around have been replaced with the power stop package . Added rebuilt brake calipers and the fancy pads included with the drilled and slotted rotors . Ben driving it for a month or so , just to day set the pads as instructed by heating them with frequent stops to seat the pads. In case your into that procedure it takes a long lonely road . Many more later . Gov Holmes