Upgrading brakes
#11
I did a lot of research on slotted/drilled rotors before I upgraded, so that's the only reason I know this. Plus, you are already grown up, and already a bad-a$$. I'm just trying to be more like you.
Last edited by Silver_Dodge; 04-11-2011 at 02:27 PM.
#12
Flattery will get you everywhere
Like you pointed out in your post, the composition of the metal in the rotor makes all the difference in the world as well as the drilling pattern. Like you, I've read a lot about the various procedures of cooling brakes, and it seems that cracking of drilled rotors is common. I know of two recommendations for those who want to get serious about their brakes. One is to go with slotted rotors, and the second (and most pricey) is to go with rotors that have been cryogenically frozen.
#13
For most of us, a cheap and potentially very effective solution to front disk high temperature brake fade is to creatively duct some cooling air over the rotors. There are already holes in the front bumper where a ram air intake can be fashioned.
Off-roading with drilled rotors? Not something I'd do.
So, the rotors were hot enough to boil water on contact? I don't know how you know that, but I do know that because you've said it I don't want to ride in your truck!
Off-roading with drilled rotors? Not something I'd do.
So, the rotors were hot enough to boil water on contact? I don't know how you know that, but I do know that because you've said it I don't want to ride in your truck!
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#17
Well, I am rather torn on the topic of rear disk conversion. The rear brakes on my truck are already seriously over-powered for day to day use. (I have a 3/4 ton, but, it is rarely loaded up....) So, upgrading for better braking performance would be silly. Now, upgrading for ease of maintenance is an entirely separate subject..... Disks are a hell of a lot easier to work on than drums...... and that would be about the only reason I could see to convince me to swap mine out.
#19
if i am not mistaken, in theory drum brakes that are properly adjusted are supposed to be better than disc brakes for stopping. Although rotors look nicer and are easier to service. (i cant remember if i seen this on a hotrod show, truck show, or read it somewhere but i remember coming across it)
#20