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Travs4X4Dak
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8/27/2007
00:59:48

Subject: Brake rotors 01' 4.7L
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My truck is at 109K miles and I want to change my rotors. I have looked at the slotted rotors from Summit Racing but Im not sure whether or not I should go with them or just put oem style back on them. The last time I changed my pads I put Bendix pads on. Would they work with slotted rotors? What are the advantages of slotted over original. Are there any disadvantages. I drive my truck daily under normal conditions and it is pretty much stock. But, I do take care of it and I want keep it as long as I can because I LOVE IT? Any suggestions of what I should do? Dont mind spending money to make sure it lasts but I dont want to go overboard. Thanks!

01' QC 4.7L 4X4

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8/29/2007
10:22:03

RE: Brake rotors 01' 4.7L
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You won't see any differance between fancy slotted rotors and stock replacements.

As for pads, Bendix is a brand name not a pad type. Stock replacement pads will work with just about any rotor. If you want to make an improvement in braking, change to a differant pad - like Hawk or Performance Friction.



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8/29/2007
10:49:29

RE: Brake rotors 01' 4.7L
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also, if you want those new pads and rotors to last, 2 things you should do. "bedding in" the new pads and rotors and keep those rear drums adjusted. you'll notice a big difference in braking if you do this. i could only afford the cheapest pads i could find on my brake job for my dak. i followed the instructions on the webpage below and these cheap pads stop as good if not better than the factory pads.

here is the site:

http://www.stoptech.com/tech_info/wp_warped_brakedisk.shtml



Travs4X4Dak
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8/29/2007
11:05:35

RE: Brake rotors 01' 4.7L
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Thanks for the replies! I will probably just stick with the stock replacements.

01' QC SLT 4.7L 4X4

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8/29/2007
16:12:08

RE: Brake rotors 01' 4.7L
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Go aftermarket - basic Bendix stuff was all I went with; and it stops better than stock.

Lead, follow, or get out of the way

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8/29/2007
17:57:25

RE: Brake rotors 01' 4.7L
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01, 4.7, heavy Quad Cab, manual tranny, LSD, 2 WD,

124,000 miles, and ORIGINAL pads, rotors, fluids, etc.

Stops great, no noise or squeal.



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