brakes

[riptricket]

I need new brakes, and was wondering what the best would be?
money really isn't an option...

 

[riptricket]

no not that... got some free amazon money ~200 and would like to get new brakes!

 

[jeepkj02]

powerslot rotors and ebc ceramic pads....its on my wishlist after my front brakes wear out.

 

[DryBones]

Powerslot rotors and ceramic pads, just did mine a few weeks ago. Put them through the test today going up and down the mountain along Skyline Drive and that nice little climb and descent on Rte.33 between Virginia and West Virginia.

 

[AlexKJ]

Sorry I cannot help you out, over here we are stuck to mopar and they want $600 for pads and rotors..

Here they want US$170 for each rotor and US$150 for each kit of pads (Mopar)

If you replace all... you have to spend like US$980

 

[tjkj2002]

Napa Ultra Premuim rotors and Ceramic pads are one of the best options,about $150 for both front rotors and pads.

 

[liv42dy]

Nappa all the way , just did mine last week, 173.50 to exact.

 

[tjkj2002]

Nappa all the way , just did mine last week, 173.50 to exact.

Don't you love the price differences between the different parts of the country?

I did my buddies fronts about 2 months ago and I walked out of Napa with both front rotors and pads(Ultra Premuim rotor,ceramic pads) for $154.55 with tax included.

 

[flair1111]

i must be lucky but i had our 02 rotors turned for $8 each and front pads and rear were a total of $40 at auto zone. so $72 plus $3 for new fluid and i bleed them myself.

 

[tjkj2002]

i must be lucky but i had our 02 rotors turned for $8 each and front pads and rear were a total of $40 at auto zone. so $72 plus $3 for new fluid and i bleed them myself.

That's a good deal but I'd never turn rotors for my personal vehicle since it leads to faster brake fade and causes to many headaches and can be very unsafe.I'd also never,never,never,never put anything to do with something as important as brakes on my KJ that was bought at autozone,pepboys,advance auto parts,or checkers.Just cheap china junk parts that do not last and are of extreme poor quality.

 

[liv42dy]

Amen!

 

[jsc7002]

what about NAPA?

 

[tjkj2002]

what about NAPA?

Napa and CarQuest are the only places I buy parts like brakes and balljoints.

 

[offrovering]

took suggestion from here and used napa premium rotors and ceramic pads, all around. i got the whole kit for 250 out the door. didnt think that was too bad for 4 rotors and 2 sets of pads

havent had any issues, comes with all parts needed

 

[jsc7002]

what parts do i need for my rear drum brakes and how hard is it to replace them?

 

[sleeve]

Drums are fun. If you haven't ever done them before, you'll want someone with you who has or you might consider taking it to a shop.

You'll need:
1) Shoes [napa]
2) Spring Pack [napa]
3) Drum (if it's bad)

Do one side at a time so you can use the other side as reference when you get lost with all the spings. I'm still on my original drums and shoes.

 

[cdh1125]

I would also recommend a set of brake spring pliers, an adjusting spoon, and a retaining clip remover. Usually you can get all 3 in one package at any auto parts store. And yes if you havent had the pleasure of drum brakes yet, you might want some help that has.

 

[seriouse]

I would also recommend a set of brake spring pliers, an adjusting spoon, and a retaining clip remover. Usually you can get all 3 in one package at any auto parts store. And yes if you havent had the pleasure of drum brakes yet, you might want some help that has.

Agree with the above. I did mine abouth a month ago including wheel cylinders and spring kit an it was a bit "hard"

 

[BluPhant]

Drums != fun. I'm still on originals....

 

[jsc7002]

Im still on my my OEM brakes on front and rear and I have 73,400 miles but Im thinking it gotta be real close to be needing changed