I've got a '96 GXE that was previously owned by my Grandpa. I think he took it to Big-O and had P.O.S. rotors and pads put on, because they are all rusted and let out an ear-piercing squeal everytime I hit the brakes. I can't handle it any longer so I'm probably going to get new pads and rotors. Since I'm going to replace them, I figured I might as well get some slotted rotors and nice pads. Anyone have any suggestions of what I should go with? I don't really want to spend more than around $500. Thanks in advance for any feedback!

 

i want to know as well i have a 97 and want some good rotors, i have axis pads already.. just looking at the rotors.

i heard diff't stories bout brembo oe blanks, some say they are good but i had 1 guy tell me from experience they rust...

 

It depends if you get them plated or not. If you get plated (usally zinc) rotors then they will only rust where the pad contacts the rotor and only if the car is left sitting for a long time. Once you start driving it again the rust goes away. The rest of the rotor stays nice and shiny/new looking.

Check in the Group Deals forum for Automax_95 (i think) He has a group deal on rotors/pads.

lata,
drew

 

so brembos have an option of zine plated? so i should avoid getting them plated?

 

NO, I would go ahead and get the plating if you can, unless you LIKE rust... There are plated rotors on most higher end vehicles from the factory (ex. lexus, mercedes, etc.)

 

oh i see, gotcha..

 

Check out www.irotors.com. They also sell kits on ebay (pads, rotors, ss lines) for all 4 wheels. Zinc plating is also available, as well as drill/slotting.

 

yes i just ordered mine from them, came out to 320

 

You could always read the stickies for this information or check the group deal section for good deals.

Proph