Choices for Brakes
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Choices for Brakes
Hello again Im in the process of overhauling the brakes on my 08 ls460. I need a new set of front pads and rotors and I was wondering if these were a good choice(links below). Any other suggestions or ideas are welcome and appreciated. Thanks, Mike
Rotors:http://www.partsgeek.com/catalog/200...ake_rotor.html
Pads:http://www.autoanything.com/brakes/61A3070A0A0.aspx
Rotors:http://www.partsgeek.com/catalog/200...ake_rotor.html
Pads:http://www.autoanything.com/brakes/61A3070A0A0.aspx
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Also a different option I was considering for pads:http://www.autoanything.com/brakes/61A4364A0A0.aspx
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Definitely go with ceramic pads. I am very happy with the Akebono pads.
I think a couple members here have been happy with Brembo rotors. You might try doing a search of this forum.
I think a couple members here have been happy with Brembo rotors. You might try doing a search of this forum.
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Can't say enough good things about Akebono ceramic pads!
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...ght=oil+change
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...ght=oil+change
I note when buying Lexus OEM pads they recommend also buying shim kits and installation kits.....which run up the price.
Don't know if really necessary
Do not see same 'recommendation ' for akebono.....are they available...necessary?
Have 2009 AWD.....an different parts for AWD?
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Mike
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After numerous attempts to remedy brake shimmy, I went with these Bendix branded ones:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Disc-Brake-Rotor-Premium-Brake-Rotor-Front-Bendix-PRT5929-fits-10-13-Lexus-LS460-/171321881269?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Make%3ALexus%7CModel%3ALS460&hash=item27e39472b5&vxp=mtr
Lexus OEM are crap and are notorious for warping. My vehicle had been dealt with several times to remedy it with no success. Yes, the price above is correct - 29 dollars with free shipping! I've had them for 4 months and 10k miles so far. Smooooth!!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Disc-Brake-Rotor-Premium-Brake-Rotor-Front-Bendix-PRT5929-fits-10-13-Lexus-LS460-/171321881269?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Make%3ALexus%7CModel%3ALS460&hash=item27e39472b5&vxp=mtr
Lexus OEM are crap and are notorious for warping. My vehicle had been dealt with several times to remedy it with no success. Yes, the price above is correct - 29 dollars with free shipping! I've had them for 4 months and 10k miles so far. Smooooth!!
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What pads did you use with the Bendix rotors?
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Charles
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After numerous attempts to remedy brake shimmy, I went with these Bendix branded ones:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Disc-Brake-R...9472b5&vxp=mtr
Lexus OEM are crap and are notorious for warping. My vehicle had been dealt with several times to remedy it with no success. Yes, the price above is correct - 29 dollars with free shipping! I've had them for 4 months and 10k miles so far. Smooooth!!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Disc-Brake-R...9472b5&vxp=mtr
Lexus OEM are crap and are notorious for warping. My vehicle had been dealt with several times to remedy it with no success. Yes, the price above is correct - 29 dollars with free shipping! I've had them for 4 months and 10k miles so far. Smooooth!!
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For the pads the ultra quite ones linked in the second post said they had built in shims is this better than the other ones. Also should I replace the shims or reuse the current ones. I live in the desert so there shouldn't be much corrosion on them.
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I changed to Akebono ceramics and Centric/Stoptech slotted rotors about 9K-10k mi ago and have been fine. Loving the minimal brake dust, esp. since I have 22" aftermarket wheels
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Ended up going with the bendix rotors with the akebono pads. Once I get them and put them on I'll be sure to report how they do. Thank you to everyone for the help made the choices much clearer. Thanks,Mike
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I've only had the Akebono ceramic brake pads for 5k miles, but it's been great. Low brake dust. Great braking. I kept the original Lexus rotors and resurfaced. So far, it's been great.