I've never broken in new rotors and new pads, so I could use some advice on the proper procedure. I'll be doing the work this evening or tomorrow.

I did a search and couldn't find any information on this except "I broke in my rotors properly, so I don't know why they're fading" style posts. I got results with the keywords, but no detailed procedures that I could find.

 

I will say it again, don't get new rotors unless you really need them. Replacing working rotors will not improve your braking performance.

If you are getting Porterfields, follow the recommendations on their website (racebrakes.com). If you are getting any other type of brake pad, just go easy on the brakes on your first tank of gas after the brake job, to allow the pads to seat with the rotors.

 

This is a definite "must." If I could keep from doing this, believe you me, I would.

So seating pads (just getting something at Autozone or Pep Boys) is as simple as going easy on them? This will help to prevent glazing, right?

 

everyone has their own method of breaking in new brakes. I prefer just to do 5-6 40/50 mph to 5 mph stops, braking moderately, until I can smell the brake pad, then let it sit for an hour to cool down. Don't use the parking brake; leave it in gear and block the wheels so it doesn't go anywhere. Once cooled, drive normal for the next 100-200 miles and try avoiding hard stops.

 

sorry this is kinda off the topic, but what would u guys suggest for brake pads that would have a longer life span? Porterfield? or Nissan OEM pads? Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks guys.