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Turbofreak
Dodge Dakota
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7/02/2002
23:47:59
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 Subject: Brake upgrades available??
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I love my new truck!!!
'02 RC Sport Atlantic Blue Pearl-4.7L/5spd 3.92/lsd with HD package and Tire and handling upgrade.
However, I have one thing that I wish was a little better... THE BRAKES!!!!
I have read about the powerslot rotors that some have spoken of, and I would like to know if these shorten the distance to stop from say 60 or higher, because that is where I need better brakes. Plus, just replacing the rotors wouldn't seem to be an incredibly expensive swap. Cheap is good!!
I read a post earlier about the Raybestos Ceramic pads for our trucks and that they don't throw a lot of dust and stop well; this would be what I would want in a good brake pad replacement. Also, does anyone offer a better caliper that is affordable? I have seen the new Stillen calipers for the full size DODGE trucks, but not a listing for our Dakotas.
So, powerslot rotors and Raybestos Ceramic pads would be a good combination for the front brakes if not wanting/available/affordable to upgrade the calipers?? Are these quiet like stock, or do they squeek badly?? Any extra noise using these non-stock parts??
I have also read that the rear drums are pretty lacking on our trucks, is this true?
Is a better drum available? what about a disc brake upgrade for the rear? Do any Durangos come with rear discs? Possible swap here? I dunno, but I know that the brakes leave a little to be desired when pressed at higher speeds(50+), requiring that engine-braking by down-shifting be used to stop decently at all times.
BTW- the new Hot Rod has the new HEMI RAM in it and guess what? They busted the rearend in it.... and they replaced it with a brand new similar unit.... DURHHH!!! Why not use a good-ole Dana 60 under it and be done with all the BS?
Thanks for any tips and all the help!!!
Later,
Ryan
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Hersbird
Dodge Dakota
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7/03/2002
00:57:44
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Wait ans see what the new 2003 Dakotas get for an option, four wheel disc with I beleive a bigger front rotor. I don't know how well they will swap onto an older truck and how it will effect the abs system but they look promising.
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Turbofreak
Dodge Dakota
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7/03/2002
20:21:06
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Ok, thanks for the word Man!!!
Factory is good sometimes, huh?
I just hope they keep the same spindles or at least some of the parts will interchange without a complete swapout from the control arms out...
Thanks!
Ryan
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