Brakes and Rotors
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Brakes and Rotors
It is time to replace brake and rotors on my 00 CLK430. Doing some research and getting some estimates, auto shops recommended to only go with Mercedes parts.
I was told to do not use another brands because it will make noise. I was told this but not only the dealer but also some other shops.
Any input on this? Did anybody experienced noise by using another brands?
Have a nice day,
I was told to do not use another brands because it will make noise. I was told this but not only the dealer but also some other shops.
Any input on this? Did anybody experienced noise by using another brands?
Have a nice day,
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From: West Palm Beach, Florida
CLK430, CLK320 Cabriolet, ML350
I just ordered R1 Concepts slotted and drilled rotors for less than OEM costs. I read goood things about them here and other car forums. I am awaiting shipment but feedback from the various car boards was positive.
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From: Baltimore, Md
2016 C450 AMG
Stock Mercedes brake parts are usually pretty good, but stock doesnt mean you have to buy rotors and pads that say Mercedes on the box. Several companies provide these parts to Mercedes and its always cheaper to buy from them instead of the dealer.
I used OEM Brembo rotors and OEM Pagid pads.... so far they have been excellent. No noise....smooth as glass...
I used OEM Brembo rotors and OEM Pagid pads.... so far they have been excellent. No noise....smooth as glass...
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From: Central Coast, California
2016 Mercedes C300 RWD Gas, 4cyl Turbo, Lunar Blue
Ceramic brake pad option
FWIW, I have just replaced pads & rotors ('99 CLK320) all around with aftermarket "posi-quiet" brand ceramic pads and solid rotors. Parts cost $350 for both front and rear. After 1k miles, they seem to live up to their billing. Good stopping power, less dust, no break-in period and, best of all, no squeaks.
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From: Los Angeles
2005 CLK 500 Coupe
Quick question, when I went to dealer to replace the brakes, they ask me to replace the rotors as well. Is it necessary, is there any good after market rotors that last longer? Thanks in advanced.
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From: Chicago
90 300e and B5 S4
Oem brakes can make noises also. My brother just bought a CLK 430 a couple of weeks ago and the brakes were just done at a MB dealer (verified by reciept & me). The brakes were squealing under low load long braking. I took them apart and put sil-glyde were needed to fix the problem. As long as you don't buy the cheap China junk you should be fine.
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CLK320, Honda Ruckus, pinto & BMX
lets hear more feedback! i m due for rotors and pads.. R1 rotors ok? Brembo? slotted and cross drill is alright? won't cause any cracking? or just cross drilled? want to hear W208 owners with aftermarket rotors
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From: Orange County, CA
CLK 430
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From: NYC
2000 clk430
I just replaced rotors and brakes on my 03 range w r1 concepepts drilled slotted rotors and brake pads off ebay.. Excelent product and the price is outrageous!!! Beautiful looking product also makes the car look like money.. When my clk comes up to needing brakes next, im definitely goin back to r1 concepts..
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R1 Concepts
So what is the real deal with R1 Concepts? I have been contemplating between buying R1 concepts or plain Brembo rotors with Akebono Ultra Euro pads.
Has anyone had any experiences with R1 Concepts with respect to cracking / warping? I'm just a little hesitant and wonder if their rotors are reliable.
Has anyone had any experiences with R1 Concepts with respect to cracking / warping? I'm just a little hesitant and wonder if their rotors are reliable.
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R1 Concepts
Ok, so I decided to call R1 Concepts and was suprised by their good customer service. Very nice people. They hooked me up with a discount (no tax) so I'll let you guys know how they are once I get them on.
They also told me to let all of you know they will give you guys a discount too. Ask for Long!
They also told me to let all of you know they will give you guys a discount too. Ask for Long!
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2002 clk 430
as long as you get a decent set of pads and rotors you shouldnt have a problem, all that money for mercedes brakes are bull****..... there usually made my brembo anywayss with a mercedes logo the box
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1999 CLK 320 Convertible
Brake Noise
Brake noise is caused by a harmonic vibration set up between the pad and the brake rotor. This can usually be effectiviely eliminated by applying anti-squeal compound which bsically just interupts that harmonic. Now if that doesn't work ( or you want to take steps to ensure that it will not be an issue ) you can put a 45 deg bevel on the leading edge of the brake pad. Many performance brake pad manufactures will ship their pads with this bevel already there. This is ( of course ) different from the low-tech wear indicator which is a bent piece of metal that eventually will contact the rotor when the pad wears away. What an AWFUL sound!
