What's up with my Brakes...
03-09-06, 06:27 PM
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What's up with my Brakes...
Or is it all in my head?
I recently joined the family coming from a problematic VW Passat. I noticed that I have to apply a decent amount of pressure on my brake pedal to come to a complete stop. I figure it was my break pads, but they seem to be in decent shape as well as the rotors. I thought it might be getting used to a heavier car, but my wife's mini-van doesn't do this...
I also checked the brake fluid level, and that also looks fine.
Any ideas?
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I recently joined the family coming from a problematic VW Passat. I noticed that I have to apply a decent amount of pressure on my brake pedal to come to a complete stop. I figure it was my break pads, but they seem to be in decent shape as well as the rotors. I thought it might be getting used to a heavier car, but my wife's mini-van doesn't do this...
I also checked the brake fluid level, and that also looks fine.
Any ideas?
Thanks Guys! I love this site!
03-09-06, 06:38 PM
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its time to upgrade to a BIG BRAKE KIT. 
But if you're on a budget like i am, i just purchased goodridge stainless steel braided brake lines along with OEM slotted brembo rotors and decent semi-metallic brake pads from PBR/AXXIS. Throw in some DOT4 Motul brake fluid and i think your brake feel will be much better than it is now. If you're not in a rush and have time to look around (especially in the classifieds here on CL), you'll find some great deals. I put my package together (front and rear) for under $400 w/ labor cost to install.
But if you're on a budget like i am, i just purchased goodridge stainless steel braided brake lines along with OEM slotted brembo rotors and decent semi-metallic brake pads from PBR/AXXIS. Throw in some DOT4 Motul brake fluid and i think your brake feel will be much better than it is now. If you're not in a rush and have time to look around (especially in the classifieds here on CL), you'll find some great deals. I put my package together (front and rear) for under $400 w/ labor cost to install.
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03-09-06, 06:42 PM
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Originally Posted by GS3.0
its time to upgrade to a BIG BRAKE KIT.
But if you're on a budget like i am, i just purchased goodridge stainless steel braided brake lines along with OEM slotted brembo rotors and decent semi-mettalic brake pads from PBR/AXXIS. Throw in some DOT4 Motul brake fluid and i think your brake feel will be much better than it is now. If you're not in a rush and have time to look around (especially in the classifieds here on CL), you'll find some great deals. I put my package together (front and rear) for under $400 w/ labor cost to install.
But if you're on a budget like i am, i just purchased goodridge stainless steel braided brake lines along with OEM slotted brembo rotors and decent semi-mettalic brake pads from PBR/AXXIS. Throw in some DOT4 Motul brake fluid and i think your brake feel will be much better than it is now. If you're not in a rush and have time to look around (especially in the classifieds here on CL), you'll find some great deals. I put my package together (front and rear) for under $400 w/ labor cost to install.
. The OEM GS pedal feel is awful and nonlinear... BUT they will stop your car like nobody's business if you hit them hard.
03-16-06, 07:13 AM
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Originally Posted by JCW
Do you think I will feel a difference if I bleed the brakes?
03-16-06, 07:16 AM
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Originally Posted by GS3.0
I believe you should bleed your brakes atleast once a year. I usually bleed mine after the winter season, during the first few weeks of spring.
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03-16-06, 09:30 AM
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Originally Posted by JCW
I just bought my car and noticed the mushy feel of the brakes...so I guess this would help?
03-16-06, 10:01 AM
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Originally Posted by DaveGS4
The OEM GS pedal feel is awful and nonlinear... BUT they will stop your car like nobody's business if you hit them hard.
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