Brake rotor and pad recomendations

6 lug wheels here.

 

OK, thanks. I may have to go with Porterfield pads. More money than Hawks, but I hear great things about them.

 

Anybody have a good totorial on changing out the rotors? I did this once about 15 years ago, helping a buddy out, but don't remember the details.

Thanks~

 

bear rotors and hawk pads.

 

I did something a little different. A few threads said the slotted rotors could be noisy when the brakes are applied so I bought PowerStop drilled rotors and PosiQuiet pads from AutoAnything. I also installed G-Stop SS brake lines...finished with DOT 4 synth brake fluid and moly grease on the spindles when the original rotors came off. With the brake upgrade and new XLT rubber all the way around, this monster will stop on a dime.

You're right about the shims. If the Hawks have shims glued to the back of the pad, you don't need the stock shims in addition. Any reputable garage will be able to turn the stock rotors. It's worth having them done even if you're not sure the rotors are warped. Shaving 5 or 10 mils will remove the glaze left from the old pads and true both inside & outside surfaces. Your new pads will last longer and grip better too.