New Pads and Rotors for the Grand

[WK2008]

Hey guys,

I need some feedback on pads and rotors. I have heard great things about EBC and I'm thinking about pulling the trigger on a set for the front and rear. Does anyone run these and can they give me some feedback?

Thanks,

John

[NUXJR]

I've got the powerslot rotors with hawk pads on the Rango and like em

[WK2008]

Rob,

Did you use the hawk ceramics or metallic pads?

[NUXJR]

Definately not ceramics!!!!!!!!  Metallic but not the 'wizzy' ones

[tubby]

I run EBC brake pads in my Mustang 5.0 and was amazed at how well my braking was at the track. Stock calipers and rotors, but I was amazed at how much my braking improved with just a pad change. My brakes didn't fade after numerous laps over 140 kms/hr . I used EBC yellows up front and greens in the back. They bite hard for the first lil while but improve once they heat-up or after proper bedding.

I put HAWK pads(purple) in my XJ and was also impressed with the results. They don't offer the best modulation on cold mornings or winters and will squeal for a bit, but after a few brake applications it is a marked improvement over OEM stuff.

I would personally avoid slotted or drilled brakes for a vehicle that sees offroad use. I used Brembo cross-drilled and slotted rotors on one of my Bronco's and found that small rocks would get stuck in them and leave huge grooves in my expensive rotors. Some guys I wheeled with found ice would build up in the holes as well. A good quality solid surface rotor is your best bet. I would go aftermarket pads, good fluid, and stainless steel lines.

[FirstTimer]

Tubby,

Good feedback on slotted or drilled rotors.  I am getting close to needing to replace the rotors and bads upfront on my TJ and was going to get slotted rotors but not anymore!