Need Opinions on what brakes to get
09-26-05, 07:48 AM
#16
Originally Posted by lexforlife
be cautious using the ebc greenstuff pads.. the overheat easily and leaves sploaches on the rotors.. they were never really designed for such a heavy car .. use the redstuff ceramics instead with a good quality brembo sport slotted rotor and stainless lines .. this only applies if you dont drive very aggressively and dont plan on upping to 19-20 in wheels , if so all bets are off you will need the supra tt or better yet ls430 4piston fronts with ls430 larger 2 piston rears to make for a decent and effective upgrade
If so wouldnt the fact that an aftertmarket wheel will most likely be lighter counteract that issue?
Also as an FYI I am running ceramic pads with brembo OEM slotted rotors up front and have been doing okay. I got everythying from Tire rack. Oh and I have 19" Iforged wheels.
09-26-05, 09:58 AM
#17
Originally Posted by morris
Why do you say all bets arfe off if you upgrade to 19's or 20's, is it because of increase rotational mass?
If so wouldnt the fact that an aftertmarket wheel will most likely be lighter counteract that issue?
Also as an FYI I am running ceramic pads with brembo OEM slotted rotors up front and have been doing okay. I got everythying from Tire rack. Oh and I have 19" Iforged wheels.
If so wouldnt the fact that an aftertmarket wheel will most likely be lighter counteract that issue?
Also as an FYI I am running ceramic pads with brembo OEM slotted rotors up front and have been doing okay. I got everythying from Tire rack. Oh and I have 19" Iforged wheels.
the weight of the wheel is one thing , the overall mass (diameter has alot to do with stopping power, fatigue,and failure
if running boost big brakes imo is a must have , run fast stop even faster (these are words i live by)
if running 19-20 in wheels and drive agressively , try hitting the brakes from 100 or so and see if you have any brakes to speak of after.. i drive like a indy car driver (no joke , i have fried my stock brakes from way back when i first installed 19in wheels
is it a must have no , is it a should have 150%.. you can never have enough control
09-27-05, 02:42 PM
#21
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Thread Starter
as far as upgrading to TT brakes, will rotors off the gs still work? what would need to be changed/switched around to make these work?? ill probably end up with brembos/sslines/axxis pads but the TT combo seems good too
09-27-05, 04:03 PM
#22
Lexus Champion
Go with the TT combo. Cheap and effective. Thats what I ended up doing. You will need the calipers/rotors/pads/shims. The TT calipers are larger than the GS ones. Contact Carson Toyota if you want the parts or check the classifieds.
09-29-05, 10:01 AM
#23
Since no one mentioned it, but from what I read here, LS 400 brake calipers are as effective and even more cheaper than the supras.
PM "aliga" and he can get you a front set for somewhere in the $200 something price range
I've been thinking about going this route
PM "aliga" and he can get you a front set for somewhere in the $200 something price range
I've been thinking about going this route
09-29-05, 01:27 PM
#25
Lexus Champion
i have brembo cross-drileld and, stainless teel lines, Motul, and EBC.
Love the set-up (especially for the $$) and no brake dust whatsoever.
BTW, i will need to change my pads soon, do I have to replace the Motul or can I just leave it alone? Its been in there for 3 years?
Ted
Love the set-up (especially for the $$) and no brake dust whatsoever.
BTW, i will need to change my pads soon, do I have to replace the Motul or can I just leave it alone? Its been in there for 3 years?
Ted
09-29-05, 01:29 PM
#26
Originally Posted by ted920
i have brembo cross-drileld and, stainless teel lines, Motul, and EBC.
Love the set-up (especially for the $$) and no brake dust whatsoever.
BTW, i will need to change my pads soon, do I have to replace the Motul or can I just leave it alone? Its been in there for 3 years?
Ted
Love the set-up (especially for the $$) and no brake dust whatsoever.
BTW, i will need to change my pads soon, do I have to replace the Motul or can I just leave it alone? Its been in there for 3 years?
Ted
motul has a high moisture absorbtion rate , it should be changed once min every 2 years or less .. i have ate super blue and i change mine once a year
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