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Old 09-26-2004, 07:56 PM
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Stainless Brake lines and Pads

which are the best stainless steel brake lines and racing pads? I have stock rotors and want to improve my braking. any ideas?
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Old 09-27-2004, 12:29 AM
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I got some generic SS lines and raebestos pads with brembo slotted/drilled rotors and first week was whiny after doing the brake in process but now it is really great braking power....I would go with any SS lines and the raebestos pads.
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Old 09-27-2004, 02:50 AM
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brake pads >> http://maxmods.dyndns.org/index.php?MaximaBrakePads
brake rotors >> http://maxmods.dyndns.org/index.php?MaximaBrakeRotors
brake lines >> http://maxmods.dyndns.org/index.php?MaximaBrakeLines
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Old 09-27-2004, 08:20 AM
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what is Nissan Key Value Brake Pads?
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Old 09-27-2004, 09:47 AM
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Key Value is something to stay away from. Always.
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Old 09-27-2004, 11:46 AM
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ok, but what is it? and how do i know? where do they sell it so i can stay way from it?
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Old 09-27-2004, 11:58 AM
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I replaced all of my lines with goodridge SS lines. I also used sythentic DOT approved fluid and flushed out my old fluid. While I was at it I replaced my front rotors with brembo OEM blanks. I use the performance pads from autozone.

Im wondering if this did too much, because now I have issues. Not really alot to complain about just seems too responsive and touchy. I have to be really light on the pedal.
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Old 09-27-2004, 12:23 PM
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Originally Posted by VQvroom
I replaced all of my lines with goodridge SS lines. I also used sythentic DOT approved fluid and flushed out my old fluid. While I was at it I replaced my front rotors with brembo OEM blanks. I use the performance pads from autozone.

Im wondering if this did too much, because now I have issues. Not really alot to complain about just seems too responsive and touchy. I have to be really light on the pedal.

heh... I have exactly the same stuff in the mail right now, except I got Raybestos pads. I am curious to see if I will have the same results.
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Old 09-28-2004, 07:50 AM
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i just ordered a set of Stillen's Goodridge SS brake lines last night. Ill post once they are and let you guys know if i feel any results.

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Old 09-28-2004, 11:02 AM
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key value is something a nissan dealer may try to sell you as a "more reasonably priced" option but the quality is known to be horrible. They carry more regular maintenance stuff like brake pads, clutches, etc. Just don't buy it if it says key value, or tell them you don't want it in the first place.
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Old 09-28-2004, 11:11 AM
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Originally Posted by slammed95
You can just buy a kit that has everything you need: http://www.villagephotos.com/viewpub...sp?id_=9194357

Another option would be to get Raybestos Quiet Stop pads from autozone, and Top Element Tuning can get you the SS lines.
why pay thousands when you can pay $800 for the blehmco?
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Old 09-28-2004, 11:24 AM
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Because they're not nearly the same!

Just giving him some better options in case he decided to go beyond the simple hose and stock rotor route.
well duh... but for $800 is the blehmco worth it? over some powerslots & pads?

is the ap kit worth what you paid?
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Old 09-28-2004, 07:03 PM
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my cross/slotted drilled rotors are coming this week. do i really need SS brake lines?
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Old 09-28-2004, 07:17 PM
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Originally Posted by xCarreraGTx
my cross/slotted drilled rotors are coming this week. do i really need SS brake lines?
no of course you dont NEED upgrades lines, but they would be more proficient!
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Old 09-28-2004, 07:33 PM
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thanx maybe i'll get them when i'm not tight on budget
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