Suggestions wanted: pads and rotors for the “everyday” driver
08-11-18, 04:49 AM
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Suggestions wanted: pads and rotors for the “everyday” driver
Hoping for some suggestions here for my 2008 IS250 AWD. Here’s a bit about me and my needs:
- I’m super easy on my brakes and they tend to last for YEARS (current fronts have been on for 8yrs/40K miles)
- currently have lexus parts only (and I’ve been using the low friction pads, though I’m open to anything else going forward)
- I’m not into low end stuff at all, and also don’t want anything more than what lexus parts would cost.
- I don’t DIY my brake jobs so want something that will have similar longevity to what I have so I’m not paying for more frequent brake jobs
- quality is super important as is having similar or better braking performance to what I currently have
- FYI Lexus parts quote I’ve been given for pads and rotors (front and rear) is $460 USD so it would have to come in a fair bit less than that to be worthwhile
Any suggestions?
- I’m super easy on my brakes and they tend to last for YEARS (current fronts have been on for 8yrs/40K miles)
- currently have lexus parts only (and I’ve been using the low friction pads, though I’m open to anything else going forward)
- I’m not into low end stuff at all, and also don’t want anything more than what lexus parts would cost.
- I don’t DIY my brake jobs so want something that will have similar longevity to what I have so I’m not paying for more frequent brake jobs
- quality is super important as is having similar or better braking performance to what I currently have
- FYI Lexus parts quote I’ve been given for pads and rotors (front and rear) is $460 USD so it would have to come in a fair bit less than that to be worthwhile
Any suggestions?
08-14-18, 07:37 PM
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^ thanks. This works out to roughly $80 cheaper for me than buying Lexus parts. Can you tell me, would these parts be considered an upgrade from the lexus parts and would they be equal in terms of longevity/reliability?
08-28-18, 08:07 PM
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Another for Akebono ceramic pads. I use them on all of my cars. They're cheap and last 100k+ miles. I would go with OEM rotors. You can usually get OEM rotors for ~$75 each if you shop around. I always go with OEM rotors because they will have a superior zinc coating which keeps them from rusting in a few years.
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Super helpful, thanks!
09-10-18, 11:51 AM
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what what be the solid reason to change rotors if they look OK/minor wear present?
i assume after putting new pads (without changing rotors) there would be squeaks for a (10 miles?) bit of time and then it would fill in uneven spots with the brake pad material and go away?
i assume after putting new pads (without changing rotors) there would be squeaks for a (10 miles?) bit of time and then it would fill in uneven spots with the brake pad material and go away?
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A follow-on question. I’ve gone with the Akebono pads and Centric rotors, just getting them installed as I type this.
I’m wondering - is there any recommended break-in process or do I just go about things as normal?
I’m actually super easy on my brakes and rarely apply strong pressure (which I know has some drawbacks). Thanks.
I’m wondering - is there any recommended break-in process or do I just go about things as normal?
I’m actually super easy on my brakes and rarely apply strong pressure (which I know has some drawbacks). Thanks.
12-04-18, 08:55 AM
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A follow-on question. I’ve gone with the Akebono pads and Centric rotors, just getting them installed as I type this.
I’m wondering - is there any recommended break-in process or do I just go about things as normal?
I’m actually super easy on my brakes and rarely apply strong pressure (which I know has some drawbacks). Thanks.
I’m wondering - is there any recommended break-in process or do I just go about things as normal?
I’m actually super easy on my brakes and rarely apply strong pressure (which I know has some drawbacks). Thanks.