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Old Oct 7, 2003 | 08:13 AM
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Front brakes

I need to replace the front pads and I'm thinking of replacing with a set of Ceramic pads. The only thing I've heard is that you have to replace the rotors. I was just going to have them turned unless I have to use a different type of rotor. Also, what brands are everyone using. I've looked at the raybestos but what else is there.

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Old Oct 7, 2003 | 09:25 AM
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I know NAPA has ceramic pads. I don't know about having to change rotors or not. I'm thinking you don't have to, but I've never looked into ceramic pads because of their price, so I don't know for sure.
 
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Old Oct 7, 2003 | 11:25 PM
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You shouldn't have to change rotors, but you have to check with the manufacturer reccomendation first. I know some people that have had good success with Hawk pads on the street. They LOVE them. Cheers.
 
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Old Oct 8, 2003 | 12:36 AM
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I only use organic pads and shoes, they're much easier on the rotors. Lifetime pads ruin rotors in short order.
 
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