Recommend front rotors please
I am in need of new front brake rotors on my ‘03 XJ8.... Several brands available, what would anyone recommend if I don’t want to break the bank? Thank you and Happy New Year! |
3timeJag,
There are many brands out there, and personally I don't think any of them are bad, and I am amazed how cheap most of them are. I have used Brakemotive products on my Corvette as well as my wife's Honda CRV, and never had any complaints. I personally don't think you are achieving anything by paying premium prices, I think the quality for normal driving is fine with most suppliers out there plain, drilled, drilled and slotted etc. etc. The only thing I would recommend is buying the Akebono ceramic brake pads, they are top quality, have a great progressive feel to them, as well as almost zero brake dust. . |
Excellent. Thank you SO much, and have a safe and prosperous 2019!
Scott |
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This site looks as good as any. Choice of plain rotors, slotted, slotted and drilled, slotted and dimple drilled. Good prices, and Free shipping. https://brakeperformance.com/brake-rotors/ And Akebonos here............................. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Akebono-Brake-Pad-Sets-2-Wheel-Set-Front-Driver-Passenger-Side-New-LH-EUR394A/122530840395?epid=76757983&hash=item1c87683f4b%3Ag %3A0XwAAOSwhY9cLFAh&fits=Year%3A2003%7CModel%3AXJ8 %7CSubmodel%3ABase%7CEngine+-+Liter_Display%3A4.0L%7CMake%3AJaguar%7CTrim%3ABas e+Sedan+4-Door%7CEngine%3A4.0L+3996CC+244Cu.+In.+V8+GAS+DOHC +Naturally+Aspirated . |
Thank you so much! I see you have installed the TransGo valve upgrade...I bought it but have yet to have it installed. Highly recommend this? What did it cost you to install? many thanks again! |
Originally Posted by 3timejag
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Thank you so much! I see you have installed the TransGo valve upgrade...I bought it but have yet to have it installed. Highly recommend this? What did it cost you to install? many thanks again! If you are handy you can do it yourself, but I always leave transmission stuff to the experts, plus it's a PITA without a lift. . |
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Yep, I was thinking it is a must-do on my list. My tyranny guy, who is also excellent, says he’ll do it for me for around $300. We JUST serviced the tranny with new fluid and filter, says he can reclaim at least 90% of it. Thankfully, the fluid he originally removed was clear as a bell, according to him, so I should be good to go after the TransGo operation. Tranny was rebuilt about two years ago as well. Tensioners upgraded, new shocks and bushings/shock mounts all around too. I’m wanting to keep this one a long time. many thanks! |
Thank you sir! These aren’t drilled or cross hatched, or whatever,....no need for that type of rotors? Ceramic or metallic pads? |
Originally Posted by 3timejag
(Post 2008457)
Tranny was rebuilt about two years ago as well. Tensioners upgraded, new shocks and bushings/shock mounts all around too. I’m wanting to keep this one a long time.
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Originally Posted by 3timejag
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Thank you sir! These aren’t drilled or cross hatched, or whatever,....no need for that type of rotors? Ceramic or metallic pads? |
Originally Posted by 3timejag
(Post 2008460)
Thank you sir! These aren’t drilled or cross hatched, or whatever,....no need for that type of rotors? Ceramic or metallic pads? As for the pads, personally I would go with the Akebono Ceramics, as stated previously. . |
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Oooh, excellent! Love the color, love the tints, love the pinstripe, has the quality steering wheel.......................all you need now is: https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.jag...19d4442c55.jpg |
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.jag...def9edc06.jpegDone! Didn’t realize that was a little older pic! |
Originally Posted by 3timejag
(Post 2008486)
done! Didn’t realize that was a little older pic!
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LOVE my Jag man, took me four tries to get a good one (long term keeper) 88, 91 and two 98’s...now the ‘03.... but it was so worth the journey! I try to improve it in some way every week, even if it doesn’t need it....Love that red one of yours too! Keep it cruising! Scott |
Eline drilled nickel plated from ebay. I have had good luck with them. brake them in slow.
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Originally Posted by Zues
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Eline drilled nickel plated from ebay. I have had good luck with them. brake them in slow.
I made the purchase, did the installs myself and followed their break-in instructions to a tea. (break in hard is their method) I believe it's partly because their rotors are nickel plated. I bought the drilled & slotted rotors and their ceramic pads. They look amazing and perform very well! I am very impressed with their products. However, in the future I will probably try their rotors again, but will probably go with the Akebono Euro ceramic pads! https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.jag...c734514652.jpg |
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