Best "Drop In" Replacement Disc/Pads?

[nsm484]

Thoughts and Links to the best "Drop in" replacements. I would like to hear from people who have them, and respond to their thoughts on how they feel, etc.

Only one request, i do NOT want Cross-Drilled Roters, I like Slotted, Dimpled, or both.

Your Thoughts Requested

[Wikedjuggalo]

Originally Posted by nsm484

Thoughts and Links to the best "Drop in" replacements. I would like to hear from people who have them, and respond to their thoughts on how they feel, etc.

Only one request, i do NOT want Cross-Drilled Roters, I like Slotted, Dimpled, or both.

Your Thoughts Requested

SVXfiles brake kit.

[ridered777]

Originally Posted by Wikedjuggalo

SVXfiles brake kit.

+1. The second best money I've spend upgrading my Subie. (HID's take first )

[SVXRide]

+1 for SVXFiles' kit. My only addition would be to go with Hawk pads once you're done with the original pads if you autoX your car. Note: the Hawk pads will not work with brand new dimpled/slotted rotors, as they are too thick by ~1/16 of an inch per pad.
-Bill

[nsm484]

Honestly, I am going for More responce from the brakes in the 96, and something that looks better with these rims. I would also take the time to paint the Calipers as well, but I want a subtle color, maybe a gray.

But, Functionaly is my goal, and looking at SVXFiles' Kit, nicely priced with everything for front and rear...... looking mighty tempting

[It's Just Eric]

don't seccond guess it even once. The "zzzzzzezezezezwzwzwzw" noise when you brake is worth at least half the money the kit costs. The firm pedal and lack of fade just seal the deal

[nsm484]

Originally Posted by It's Just Eric

"zzzzzzezezezezwzwzwzw"

ok, making a TTS program read that is funny

[svxfiles]

I'd have to recommend svxfiles brake kit.
Dimpled, plated, slotted rotors, stainless steel lines, and ceramic pads, front and rear for only $375.00 USD plus shipping is cheaper than just rotors from Autozone!

[aust92pearl]

thats weird when i put my brakes on its visa versa the "zzzzzzezezezezwzwzwzw" noise thats coming from the front stops and when i let the brakes off it comes back that cant be a good thing can it ? i think i need new front bearings

[nsm484]

Originally Posted by svxfiles

I'd have to recommend svxfiles brake kit.

you should be getting a order in the next month or so, if nothing unforeseen comes up

[Wikedjuggalo]

Originally Posted by nsm484

you should be getting a order in the next month or so, if nothing unforeseen comes up

You wont regret it ! just make sure to Nag OT about it everyday

[Seraphinwolf]

Anyone have an issue of the rotor seating a little wrong. One of my rears is grinding that little lip that is just around the ebrake mounting. I know there's the resess in the rotor for it but the one is grinding into the metal in the resess. Driving me nuts cause after I get off the highway it starts throwing grinding noises at me. The pads are still good but the outer pad is a little more worn than the inner one. I may switch either the pads or the rotors from side to side and see if it's somehow the combination. I may have put the rotors on the wrong side but still.
-Gaddis

[svxfiles]

Originally Posted by Seraphinwolf

Anyone have an issue of the rotor seating a little wrong. One of my rears is grinding that little lip that is just around the ebrake mounting. I know there's the resess in the rotor for it but the one is grinding into the metal in the resess. Driving me nuts cause after I get off the highway it starts throwing grinding noises at me. The pads are still good but the outer pad is a little more worn than the inner one. I may switch either the pads or the rotors from side to side and see if it's somehow the combination. I may have put the rotors on the wrong side but still.
-Gaddis

As our cars age the rear backing plates will rust.
As they rust theu seem to swell, being pushed out by the degrading metal.
As they do this, they can push into the rear rotors just like you described.
As I remember svxcess (John Hoffman) had an issue with this a few years back, and we ground doen the offending material.
I just had to do this the other day, but I have no recollection of who's it was.

We've been REAL busy lately....................

[Seraphinwolf]

Originally Posted by svxfiles

As our cars age the rear backing plates will rust.
As they rust theu seem to swell, being pushed out by the degrading metal.
As they do this, they can push into the rear rotors just like you described.
As I remember svxcess (John Hoffman) had an issue with this a few years back, and we ground doen the offending material.
I just had to do this the other day, but I have no recollection of who's it was.

We've been REAL busy lately....................

Thanks for teh responce OTom. I think I may have found a second culprite to this. It seems I had some time before the rust expantion issue would have been the full on cause. In stead it was a symptom or a different problem. Either my spring or strut needs to get replaced on the offending side. the sag caused a change in geometry angles and placement pushing the lip into the rotor. I had ground this section down some too when i get in there last. Not enough as the grinder i was using is battery powered and the batteries aren't holding a charge. I may be contacting you soon about dealing with said suspension issue if you have stuff in inventory. I was thinking of going with YTom and All We'll Drive's preslapped together Koni/GC combo. A+++++ on the brakes still.
-Gaddis

[Hondasucks]

Originally Posted by svxfiles

I'd have to recommend svxfiles brake kit.
Dimpled, plated, slotted rotors, stainless steel lines, and ceramic pads, front and rear for only $375.00 USD plus shipping is cheaper than just rotors from Autozone!

I think I'm gonna start savin money for this, since my SVX is going to need brakes in probably the next year or so.... also needs some lowering springs and some wheels that show off the brakes better