Brake Pads

[Napalm]

Personally, I am a fan of ATE rotors. They've got their unique slot pattern and a nice coating. Wish they made rotors for the GT. DBA is WAY overpriced and I will never pay for that. It's downright insulting.

actually DBA rotors hold up really well and their iron alloy I think is better. They certainly can't be compared to CENTRIC cheap rotors. Just my 0.03. I like slotted for agressive use, but honstly when I put new ones on gertrude, I think I will get their street series. I have been told it is the same alloy as used in the 4K with normal vanes instead of the Kangroo paw design of the 4 K series.

for the minor difference, I'll try em.

I love my set up, stock rotors(DBA's would be good too) the new EBC REDSTUFF pads, Russel ss brake lines, dot 4 synthetic fluid, flushed x2. Cant imagine any better without spending an arm and a leg.....

Bolded the part that I think is very very inportant. If you have never flushed your G8, then do so. that fluid is old and has seriously depressed its boiling point Thus the mushy feel. also there are better fluids out there. For DD use, I like the cheaper Valvoline Synthetic Dot 4. Nothing wrong with ATE superblue.

[dandragonrage]

actually DBA rotors hold up really well and their iron alloy I think is better. They certainly can't be compared to CENTRIC cheap rotors.

While I have no doubt that DBA are better made than Centric, I don't believe that the difference is going to show in daily driving whatsoever. Rotors will not last forever, no matter who makes them. DBA rotors will need to be replaced down the line, just as Centric will. I've never claimed DBA to be bad in any way, but they are absolutely not worth the money to 95% of us.


Edit to note: ATE Superblue is actually often not recommended for a daily driver. It is meant to be a high performing fluid, but it is not meant to last for a long time. If you want to use it, then make sure you continue to flush it every 1 to 2 years. Granted, you should be replacing brake fluid every couple of years, anyway, but I've read that it's even more important with Super blue. That said, I put Super blue in my last 3 vehicles...

[Napalm]

exactly. I started using valvoline for my DD use, and Super blue for track events. and it worked out very well. lot cheaper too. and yes I was really just saying, I don't trust rotors that cost less than 100 for a car when the OEM part is over 100.

knowing what iron actually costs per lbs refined. cheap rotors are cheap for a reason.

DBA does use a different alloy and there are differences between brands. my only real point.

[fixem2]

Very surprised only 1 person in this thread is using or recommending EBC Red or Yellow pads. I understand the DBA and EBC combo issue, but on stock rotors they should work fine. Am I missing something, as I am looking at EBC red/yellow pads to replace my stock fronts.

[Napalm]

for the money I have gotten to where I use other pads. I like the carbotech's, porterfield's, axxiss, etc. but its like anything really, personal preference.

I really got great DD stopping and performance out of the last set of Carbotech's I had. I will try to use them on the G8.

[fixem2]

I really wanted Axxis pads, but they aren't made anymore, I don't believe. Where you using Bobcats for the Carbotechs or AX6's?

[dandragonrage]

Napalm, it seems to me like you just like to buy expensive stuff.

[Napalm]

LOL, no. I also only buy carbotech base pads not their av6 or whatever race compound. too rich for my tires. usually.

I have also used performace friction, and wagner gold, etc. I found that using a nicer pad, worked better in the long run. Also in memphis BS and traffic, you have to rely on your brakes. HAVE TOO. These people invented the 3 lane change and turn with no signal.

[JonnyG2132]

just made my decision and ordered DBA slotted rotors and AC Delco ceramic pads

These are ok together, correct? I was going to put them on Saturday

[AVIDMOTION]

I have the stock rotor New Formulation EBC REDSTUFF, Speedyracerx has aftermarket rotors and EBC new formulation Yellowstuff...we both love them! I also have the SS russel brake lines and dot 4 synthetic fluid. I also flushed 2 or 3 times in order to get it clear again.