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I just got my front brakes replace on my GS350 F Sport. I notice that my rotors has a lip at the end and after the shop resurface my rotors the lip was gone. I didn't want to spent an extra $600 for the pair of front rotors and I wanted my rotors to be resurface. Is this normal to have a lip or not?
600 for rotors? Are you doing the work or is a shop?
when I had my 07 GS, I used Centric Rotors with Akebono pads. . I believe Centric manufacture rotors for Lexus. They only different between buying it at Lexus and buying it online is the one online has a protection sealant around the inner ring of the rotor (usually black). Akebono pads were great. If you go to the third gen GS threads, you can read more about these two brands.
The two links below are for the 2015 GS base model. I can't find any for the F sport yet. Hopefully they will have them by the time I need it.
600 for rotors? Are you doing the work or is a shop?
when I had my 07 GS, I used Centric Rotors with Akebono pads. . I believe Centric manufacture rotors for Lexus. They only different between buying it at Lexus and buying it online is the one online has a protection sealant around the inner ring of the rotor (usually black). Akebono pads were great. If you go to the third gen GS threads, you can read more about these two brands.
The two links below are for the 2015 GS base model. I can't find any for the F sport yet. Hopefully they will have them by the time I need it.
I had a private local mechanic shop do the work for me. I only paid for labor. I order the OEM brakes online for $75 and have the mechanic installed them for me. I was told by the Lexus stealership that I needed to replace my brakes and rotors but I decided to only replace my brakes. Each rotor cost $279. If I was to buy a pair its almost $600 extra. I was told GS F Sport front brakes and rotors cost more because its bigger than the normal one.
I had a private local mechanic shop do the work for me. I only paid for labor. I order the OEM brakes online for $75 and have the mechanic installed them for me. I was told by the Lexus stealership that I needed to replace my brakes and rotors but I decided to only replace my brakes. Each rotor cost $279. If I was to buy a pair its almost $600 extra. I was told GS F Sport front brakes and rotors cost more because its bigger than the normal one.
Check out RockAuto. Below is the link to the 2015 GS350 Rotors
I am talking about OEM rotors for that price. I know that aftermarket rotors are cheaper but I don't want to take a chance putting nothing but OEM parts on my car. Thanks for your info tho.
I would not recommend Ceramic, for the following reasons:
Do not produce as much cold bite as semi-metallic pads – may not be ideal in extremely cold climates
Do not absorb heat as well as semi-metallic pads which can increase brake system temperatures
Good all-around braking characteristics but were never designed as heavy duty/racing brake pads
If you had a Honda Civic or a car that is lighter in weight, then it be great! If you do not have the F-sport version or do not care too much about braking power (i.g. heavy braking/racing), then ceramic could be fine, but is not recommended due to the weight and the point of F-Sport suspension (Lexus design recommendation).
If you care more about the brake dust then ok, but if you want more braking power, it is recommended to use semi-metallic or the organic.
OE is organic ones... but wears fast.
Semi-metallic would be the most versatile as Semi-metallic will provide the best over Organic and Semi-metallic:
Dramatically increased braking performance over organic pads
Have a much higher thermal threshold due to metallic content
Still provide good cold bite
Have a much wider operating range (temperature)
Low compressibility – will provide a firmer brake pedal feel
Much more resistant to brake fade than organic pads
Numerous compounds available – suitable for anything from daily street driving to extreme track use
If you are just concerned mainly due to noise... there are many semi-metallic that are minimal in noise. However, it is more about the install of the shims, grease, and rotors at this point.
I.g. Wagner Thermoquiet, and use the grease vicariously
I just resurfaced my front rotors this week and the rotors where not budging from the wheel bearing. I had to use this method to pop them off.
With the caliper removed, you should be able to pull the rotor off. If it's stuck, you'll need at least one M8-1.25 bolt. On the rotor you'll see two threaded holes close to the center hub on either side of it. It is recommended to fit the bolt into the hole to make sure it threads properly, as the threading and size may slightly vary with the brand of rotor. Slowly thread the bolt into the hole; if you only have one, you'll need to alternate the sides to do it evenly. Eventually, the rotor will pop free and you'll be able to remove it.
My cousin works for Lexus corp. And according to him. No need to turn rotors, if you haven't started grinding...
$200 to spend anyway I want.
Thanks for the detailed write up
01-21-16, 11:05 AM
