Break Pads and Rotors Best Option

[Panzer07]

I look around for a break and rotor thread didn't find one I figure is start one so we all can pitch in and share your comments and thought about your break pads and rotors. I'm come close to needing new break pads and rotors so this should be good.
Share what brands you guys have used and what worked and what didn't.

I'm currently looking at these break kits. Is any of you guys familiar with any of them.
As well what's better just Drilled Rotor or Drilled Rotor W/Slots.

Torres

 

[adventr]

Good timing on this thread. I literally just ordered a brake kit this morning for my H3.



I ordered this kit:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/290972959499?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT



Don't let the price fool ya, I've used a brake kit from those guys on almost every vehicle I've built in the past 5 years or so, and have never had a single issue. Even used them for brakes on mine and my wife's daily drivers.

Was originally recommended to them several years back on another forum. I was skeptical because the price was so cheap, but I continue to be impressed with the product every time I purchase for another vehicle.
Also, free shipping that arrives at my doorstep 2 days after ordering is nice as well!


I'll update in my build thread on Thursday after I receive my kit for the H3.

 

[Panzer07]

Good timing on this thread. I literally just ordered a brake kit this morning for my H3.



I ordered this kit:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/290972959499?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT



Don't let the price fool ya, I've used a brake kit from those guys on almost every vehicle I've built in the past 5 years or so, and have never had a single issue. Even used them for brakes on mine and my wife's daily drivers.

Was originally recommended to them several years back on another forum. I was skeptical because the price was so cheap, but I continue to be impressed with the product every time I purchase for another vehicle.
Also, free shipping that arrives at my doorstep 2 days after ordering is nice as well!


I'll update in my build thread on Thursday after I receive my kit for the H3.

Cool thank you for your input. I plan on getting my break kit busy the end of the month or next I want to make sure I get the best in quality and price.


Torres

 

[digglesworth]

I went with OE service ac delco rotors and hawk LTS pads at all 4 corners. Do great for me. Whatever kit you get, be sure to take the rotors to a shop and have em checked for runout. My brand new rotors had to be taken down a few thousandths to get em true.

 

[rascole]

I look around for a break and rotor thread didn't find one I figure is start one so we all can pitch in and share your comments and thought about your break pads and rotors. I'm come close to needing new break pads and rotors so this should be good.
Share what brands you guys have used and what worked and what didn't.

I'm currently looking at these break kits. Is any of you guys familiar with any of them.
As well what's better just Drilled Rotor or Drilled Rotor W/Slots.

Torres

These are the exact same ones I bought. Going to install mine hopefully in a couple of weeks.

 

[Panzer07]

These are the exact same ones I bought. Going to install mine hopefully in a couple of weeks.

Which ones the first 2 or the 3rd one ?


Torres

 

[rascole]

Which ones the first 2 or the 3rd one ?


Torres

Sorry, I only paid attention to the Power Stop. Those are the ones I got.

 

[Panzer07]

Sorry, I only paid attention to the Power Stop. Those are the ones I got.

Oh ok. Yeah I first took a look at those, but then came across the other ones but are more expensive too so idk I need new research on this lol. If I haven't made up my mind by when u install yours then let me know what you think about the power stop.


Torres

 

[Best4x4]

Power Stop stuff has been on my Alpha a good while now. Still stops excellent, very quiet, and almost no brake dust! Will be installing that setup on my wife's 07 when the time comes.

 

[08H3]

Anything but NAPA. I've never had a set of quiet NAPA pads.

 

[4speedfunk]

Pads?...EBC Greenies. Quiet, no dust, great stopping power, worth every penny.
Rotors?...anything round and shiny. I've tried several, don't notice any difference between $60 rotors and $160 rotors.

 

[K0PIR]

I think one of the things GM got right on the h3 is the brakes. Mine have always worked extremely well, so I'm not changing brands. I got ACDelco pads (front and rear) for $67. That's hard to beat.

ACDelco 17D1119CH Professional Durastop Ceramic Front Disc Brake Pad Set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000S2PISE/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_H26uvb0B47F49

ACDelco 17D1120CH Professional Durastop Ceramic Rear Disc Brake Pad Set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000S2O4KM/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_i56uvb06FMDM4

 

[Ghostbuster]

I think one of the things GM got right on the h3 is the brakes. Mine have always worked extremely well, so I'm not changing brands. I got ACDelco pads (front and rear) for $67. That's hard to beat.

Yeah I went ahead a changed my front rotors and pads and I used acdelco OE which is supposed to be the same thing that they came with from the factory. But acdelco also has lower levels of products like Professional and advantage. But I'm pretty sure their OE is the best/most expensive option.

 

[08H3]

Kind of a side topic, but does anyone have any experience with the Delco Advantage line and how it stacks up? I just put Advantage shoes on the Jeep because of price.

 

[amrg]

Yeah I went ahead a changed my front rotors and pads and I used acdelco OE which is supposed to be the same thing that they came with from the factory. But acdelco also has lower levels of products like Professional and advantage. But I'm pretty sure their OE is the best/most expensive option.

Im running the oe ones and they do great! Cant complain about them!

 

[Panzer07]

Yeah so far I ran the OEM pads with the OEM rotors and it was good then I replace the pads and it was better. I just want to see if there's something better out there than OEM price wise I ain't concerned as long as it's quality is up there with the price. Anyways as well I read articles about drilled and slot rotors being better and handling more heat and what not than the other. In short I want sod thing that can handle abuse when out on the trails. I use the brakes a lot when coming down hill out in the trails as well down hill, yes I do downshift gear in such condition but sometimes there's traffic and you are force to break and what not. So far the set up I have hasn't fail yet if there's something better that can take more abuse them in all up for it.

Thank you all for the good inputs keep coming. If you have links part number and what not share it as well for future reference for everyone else.

Torres

 

[K0PIR]

I'd be concerned about mud and grit build up and it getting into drilled and slotted rotors. I'm sticking with solid ones.

 

[alrock]

Been happy sticking with OEM products

 

[Best4x4]

I have never had mud/rocks or anything ever get into any of my slotted/cross drilled rotors, on Jeeps, Land Rover's, or my H3. Heck the front rotors are still vented, and if you went thru nasty enough mud you could certainly clog those up just as easy IMHO. I always wash down my rotors after wheeling and so far I've never had an issue. Heck my Alpha doesn't even have front brake shields.

 

[adventr]

Good timing on this thread. I literally just ordered a brake kit this morning for my H3.



I ordered this kit:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/290972959499?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT



Don't let the price fool ya, I've used a brake kit from those guys on almost every vehicle I've built in the past 5 years or so, and have never had a single issue. Even used them for brakes on mine and my wife's daily drivers.

Was originally recommended to them several years back on another forum. I was skeptical because the price was so cheap, but I continue to be impressed with the product every time I purchase for another vehicle.
Also, free shipping that arrives at my doorstep 2 days after ordering is nice as well!


I'll update in my build thread on Thursday after I receive my kit for the H3.

Got the brakes in yesterday. 2 day free shipping.
And remember how I said don't let the $200 price tag fool ya?

Well... Just read the brake pads.

 

[chaos254]

Wow thats a great deal. I just did an oil change and rotate and my rear brakes are done. I went with ac delco 20k ago and the rotors are so rusted and the rotor surface is completely destroyed( I should have taken a picture) So needless to say I'm not using ac delco anymore

 

[RamRod]

I just placed an order, best price I have seen so far