Brembo brakes replacement parts
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Hi all,
I've been hunting around for parts to do a brake job on my 03 XJR-R (X308 US model). So I have the Brembo cross drilled rotors and fixed calipers. Just kind of looking for advice and recommendations on what works and what doesn't.
Thinking of going to EBC Redstuff all the way around with Eurospare rotors.
My question is this. Does anyone have experience with this combination? How do the Eurospare rotors (and EBC Redstuff pads) perform compared to the nearly 4x more expensive OEM parts?
I generally believe you get what you pay for... BUT... I'm having trouble with that concept given the extreme differences in price in this case.
What about the green or yellow stuff? Any reason I should look at them more closely? I don't drive like a madman [normally
] but it is nice to be able to.
Any and all stories and experiences are greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
I've been hunting around for parts to do a brake job on my 03 XJR-R (X308 US model). So I have the Brembo cross drilled rotors and fixed calipers. Just kind of looking for advice and recommendations on what works and what doesn't.
Thinking of going to EBC Redstuff all the way around with Eurospare rotors.
My question is this. Does anyone have experience with this combination? How do the Eurospare rotors (and EBC Redstuff pads) perform compared to the nearly 4x more expensive OEM parts?
I generally believe you get what you pay for... BUT... I'm having trouble with that concept given the extreme differences in price in this case.
What about the green or yellow stuff? Any reason I should look at them more closely? I don't drive like a madman [normally
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Any and all stories and experiences are greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
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Brembo brakes work very well and look good on the car, but when it comes to parts, the prices will make your eyes water ! I would say if you can buy compatible rotors rather than Brembo originals,you won't notice much difference, pads the same, but they need to be described as Brembo-compatible on the sales description.
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The RedStuff pads went in with very little problem. I did have to scuff some of the lovely red paint off the edges to get them to fit into the calipers. Not really a big deal but I don't think it should be necessary. Anyway... While I had my head in the fenderwell, I discovered that the differential was leaking from the front. My local mechanic says that he can't get his hands on the parts or the Shell Spirax Super TS 90 differential lube. So I guess I'm back to the dealer.
The new brakes aren't bedded in yet. Didn't have any bad noises but stopping distance is long and they are a little grabby at very low speeds. I expect that this will improve as the pads get aquainted with the rotors.
Teddy, I did manage to find a source for Eurospare rotors for the front. About $230.00 for a pair without the shipping. I was lucky and didn't need rotors this time around.
I'll keep you posted.
The new brakes aren't bedded in yet. Didn't have any bad noises but stopping distance is long and they are a little grabby at very low speeds. I expect that this will improve as the pads get aquainted with the rotors.
Teddy, I did manage to find a source for Eurospare rotors for the front. About $230.00 for a pair without the shipping. I was lucky and didn't need rotors this time around.
I'll keep you posted.
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