Brakes

[firstson]

I just did a search on squeaky brakes and came to the general concensus that i may need new brake pads, I'm only just past 33,000 miles though. Also, sometimes its when I'm accelerating or just randomly througout the ride, i've wondered bout the brakes because ever since i got the car i can tell that discs are warped, they grab every time i brake. So am i looking at replacing at least pads and possibly discs as well?

Peace

Discs are probably warped, too. Replace em with aftermarkets. My dad's saturn has warped rotors on all 4 wheels at 24k miles.

[AJules]

either that or get used to replacin em every year

[steve-o]

If you want your rotors to stop warping, don't be so hard on the brakes, allow yourself more time to slow down, expescially with a full load, don't just push harder on the brake pedal.

I haul a 600lb ATV with my ho' and have no problems with warped rotors or short pad life, so if you have a problem with warping rotors and short pad life, ease up on the brake pedal.

[firstson]

Well the warped rotors have been a problem ever since i got the car and i think it may be because they sat in a parking lot all winter and for a good time of summer with no one driving it, they were horribly rusted when i started driving the car, the problem didn't occur over time, that was only the squeak. I'm not trying to break the bank on brakes cuz i don't plan on any major engine modifications in the future so would the stop tech or power slot rotos suffice for my car because i can't go any bigger than stock at this point either and don't plan to for a while.

Peace

[steve-o]

Still rust isn't going to cause your rotors to warp, it will cause you pads to seize to the rotor, but still wont worp them. warping is caused be heating and cooling, and when your hard on the breaks, it causes them to heat up.

If you want "performance" rotors, then check out http://www.r1concepts.com/ they seem to be pretty good, They are also on ebay.

[firstson]

Well I'd never say i didn't drive my car hard from time to time so chances are i contributed, I just know i've had the problem for a while and need to fix it, who doesn't like to have fun with their car every now and then . Any way thanks for the link, i'm likin the full package deal for $400 and i got a friend whos done this b4. Appriciate the help steve-0, hopefully I'll have em soon.

Peace

[steve-o]

No problem, glad I could help.

PS: I got the R1 rotors and pads, although I didn't notice much change in braking, they look good.

[firstson]

Well considering my circumstances I'm sure i'll notice lol.

Peace

[Redog]

Judging by the sqeak that you are talking about, it's probably the wear warning on the pads

I just bought a combo on Summit Racing. Summit brand X driiled rotors and a set of pads that were $54.99. GREAT COMBO!!

[firstson]

Well I've been tryin to listen to it the last couple days and consider what other people have said. I'm startin to notice its more than just during braking so it may be the struts too.

Peace

[firstson]

Ok I'm about to make my purchase and I'm kind of restrained when it comes to money. I've looked at the Summit Performance and they seem decent at 220 for the whole set, the only thing is i've heard that drilled rotors not done right are prone to cracking, has anyone used them or see anything that may be a problem in the future. Then I'm goin with Raysbestos or Powerstop pads.

Peace

[Spilner521]

Originally Posted by firstson

the only thing is i've heard that drilled rotors not done right are prone to cracking

They are prone to cracking...when they see extremely high temps like those associated with repeated heavy braking at the track. Using them on your daily driver you'll never have a problem. My drilled and slotted rotors are worn right down just about as far as they can go (I've had them for a very long time) plus I've abused them from time to time and they've never cracked on me.

[Cliff8928]

I haven't had a problem with my drilled (Baer) rotors. I've only had stock rotors crack, not on the Alero though.