Front break pads/rotors $700.25 at stealer vs $450 non OEM somewhere else? - Page 2

Aug 27, 2012 | 08:43 PM

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dgghostkilla

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yeah akebono pads. but im still looking the rotors like an idiot!!!!!?
http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/brake...65&PID=4178170

http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/brake...ar=Sport+Sedan

Aug 27, 2012 | 08:44 PM

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If they have the Akebono EUR pads, that would simplify it for you.....I did not check them for pads.

I just went to look and you are correct...same part numbers as on my C300 rwd. I realize funds may be tight now, but I would consider doing all four wheels. If that's what the fronts look like, the rears may not be too far behind (bad joke...sorry!). It is good to try to maintain balanced stopping capability on all four wheels, and the new rotors/pads up front will be performing very well for you!

Aug 27, 2012 | 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by dgghostkilla

yeah akebono pads. but im still looking the rotors like an idiot!!!!!?
http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/brake...65&PID=4178170

http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/brake...ar=Sport+Sedan

These are similar and either will work. The difference for the higher price is that they treat the metal differently for a supposedly longer life. If dollars are tight, you can take the $86 set and be confident for a long time. You could spend more for the others and probably have them last longer. It's an economic decision for you now...technically, either is fine.

Aug 27, 2012 | 08:50 PM

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Ok, what about the real rotors, in my car they dont have the drilled holes?

http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/brake...ar=Sport+Sedan

http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/brake...ar=Sport+Sedan

Aug 27, 2012 | 08:56 PM

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Ok, what about the real rotors, in my car they dont have the drilled holes?

http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/brake...ar=Sport+Sedan

http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/brake...ar=Sport+Sedan

Those have the same difference as above...the additional cryogenic treatment for the metal at higher cost for longer life...again, economics. Just because your OE rotors were not cross drilled doesn't mean they cannot be. The matching rear rotors for the fronts you are looking at are cross-drilled. They would be fine, but the plain Centrics can save you another $20/wheel. Again, once you i.d. what you want, you can call Luke to order and have a confirming conversation with him just to reassure you all is well. Actually, just about any of their customer service folks are great if he is not there.....

Aug 27, 2012 | 09:05 PM

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what is the difference between Drilled Rotor and non drilled? my 2010 c300 4matic does not have drill rotors on the rear only on the front? This is the last question :-)

so its 521 before tax for all 4 drilled rotors http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/brake...led+Cryo+Rotor
, and brake pads http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/brake...o+Ceramic+Pads
from tirerack.com

Im going to call a bunch independent shop tomm to see how much they will charge for install.

I would like to thank everybody for great feedback.

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Aug 27, 2012 | 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by dgghostkilla

In reality, drilling is to help cool the rotor when it is working hard and getting very hot. In most street applications, it is not needed and has become somewhat of a "sporty" cue....like putting a rear spoiler on the car...helpful on the track at speed, but mostly visual in day to day driving. I think (and someone please correct me if I am wrong), the Luxury C300 has solid front rotors. You could go either way, but someone who knows the car well would realize it's been "cheapened" a bit with solid front rotors. But, if you are keeping the car for a long time, you could save some bucks with solid rotors now, and then go back to drilled fronts in the future when $$$ are a bit looser.

You are willing to put your life on the line for the country. This thread is the least we could do.

Aug 27, 2012 | 09:28 PM

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I know you are quite knowledgeable and experienced, but there is something quite funny about putting advice on brakes right above the photo of your red car!!

I didn't think of that when I posted. The red car was not my fault though.

I order my Akebono pads from Advance with the coupon codes they have. I also use Ebates and get cash back from them. Cheapest way I have found to order them.

My rotors came from R1 Concepts. Probably a bit extreme for what you need but I would def. change yours.

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Aug 27, 2012 | 09:36 PM

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I didn't think of that when I posted. The red car was not my fault though.

I completely understand....and we all are sorry for what happened to you and your car. But, it's just a funny juxtaposition and sometimes I guess I may tease too much, but I did laugh when I read that post and saw the car right under it!

Aug 27, 2012 | 09:38 PM

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thanks

Aug 28, 2012 | 05:55 PM

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What do you know, I got a call from tire rack, they are no longer carrying the stoptech Cryo-SportStop Drilled Rotors. http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/brake...ar=Sport+Sedan

I purchased the brake pads at amazon since i got amazon prime (free shipping) and no taxes.
I just canceld the rotors order until i find new rotors.

from tire rack my options are

http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/brake...ar=Sport+Sedan the non Cryogenic finish and
the http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/brake...ar=Sport+Sedan that have no drilled holes.

What are the recommendations and if you have links to other websites and similarly good rotors that would be awesome as well.

Aug 28, 2012 | 08:36 PM

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I would feel very comfortable with the rotors Tire Rack does have. As we discussed before, you can choose the drilled or not as you wish, but your functional experience in daily driving should not vary, as you are not racing on a track. Part of the comfort comes from dealing with such an established, good customer service organization as Tire Rack. I have found them very helpful if and when needed.