Rotor and Pad Upgrade...Let's see what you think of this setup!
 

Hey All,

So with the 22's coming I think I'll need more stopping power and I'll definitely need to get rid of the horrid brake dust.

Since I can't afford a new setup by Brembo or any of the other big names (don't want to spend 2 grand on brakes). I did some research on the boards and found a couple guys who have done this.

I wanted to run it by you fellas though.

New Rotors:
Front and rear Slotted and Cross drilled rotors with zinc plating (for rust) for 4WD 05 F150
Sold by R1 Concepts on EBay
$250 plus $30 shipping

http://www.r1concepts.com/images/54029.jpg

Pads:
Set of 4 Potorfield Ceramic Pads

Calipers:
I would keep the stock ones and then paint them red.


Tell me what you think,

Duke

how much total is all this?? thanks...going to be great

If you wanna be a bit of poser you could get some caliper covers
--->http://cgi.ebay.com/Brembo-DC5-Front...QQcmdZViewItem
I might pick these up or the carbonfiber ones

cheers john

Looks like a nice set up Duke. I am debating the Powerslot's but this is a nice option for less coin.

they look good and seem like a good deal. Although I have heard of cheap rotors on ebay before so I would be careful but these look good:thumbsup:

I don't really think cross drilling is worth the effort on a street vehicle, especially cross drilled rotors that don't have names like "Wilwood" or "Brembo" on them. Cheap (poor quality) drilled rotors crack easily, and drilled rotors cannot be resurfaced, at least to the best of my knowledge they can't be. Tread carefully; if it were my truck, I'd just get some good pads, and some good fluid and call it a day.

What have you heard about rotors on ebay? They don't look bad, of course, I don't know that much about rotors.

It just seems like Brembos have a HUGE mark-up which makes them so expensive.

Duke

What about PowerSlot rotors? I was looking for increased stopping power, would ceramic pads and better brake fluid really do it? Do you have a suggested type of fluid in mind?

Duke

Powerslots are supposed to be pretty good rotors.

I dunno about ceramic pads, since I don't run 'em, but I know fresh fluid goes a long way towards pedal feel and brake performance. Any DOT 3 or better fluid will do fine - Motul makes a DOT 4 that's supposed to be pretty popular amongst the autocross/racer type crowd. I think the important thing is to keep it serviced regularly. Brake fluid absorbs moisture like gangbusters. Moisture lowers the fluid's boiling point, and boiling brake fluid doesn't stop worth a flip. I flush mine every 30K with BG Products DOT 3 brake fluid.

I'll be going with Powerslot rotors and Porterfield when the time comes, and bigger tires. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Does anyone know of the best place to purchase both? Thanks! :D

Well I'm only at 18,000 miles so I guess I should be alright on the brake fluid for right now. About how much is a flush and fill of BG Prodcuts DOT3?

I wish there was a way of telling the quality metal that goes into these rotors. There is a member who has a 03 F150 and bought his rotors from R1 Concepts and hasn't had a problem, but it'd still be comforting to know more.

R1 Concepts ebay site says:
"Our rotors are approved by ISO9002/QS9000/VDA6.1 What does this mean? It means our rotors are approve to be safe to drive. We spent numerous hours on research on how to drill, slot, zinc plate, balance, and inspect our rotors so that our customers are getting high quality rotors. Now ask yourself: "Are other sellers on ebay can offer all this for you?" Our answer to you is "NO." Rest assure that you are getting high quality rotors at an unbelievable price. The appearance and stopping power will be beyond your expectations."

But then again, previous experience says anything that sounds too good to be true, probably is.

Duke

I dunno if I'd trust R1 with all those spelling and grammar issues (they should pay me to proofread), and I hope they are not sending you the ones in the picture (2wd non F150)!

Yeah that picture is just a general picture they put on their site.

I think I'm just going to keep the stock rotors, paint the calipers red and then have ceramic brake pads put on. That should cut down on brake dust, help a little on stopping power (very very little) and the red calipers will give it an aftermarket flavor.

Duke

Man... You're really going gung-ho lately with mods... :) Send me some $$$... you're rolling in it apparently! LOL!