ljun

.... since I'm getting the pads changed, are there any other components in there that I should change (that's relatively cheap)?

If not at 40k, are there things I should consider for the future? (next time when the rotors are swapped out)?

I've been reading in the archives about brake fluids, and lines, but not 100% sure when they should be changed, and what exactly they even are :P

InTTruder

OEM 'stage 2' kits a bound. You can also get a BBK to stop a Mack truck, or Airbus E380, for about a grand. The more you spend, the more fun you 'can' have.

I have StopTech Stage 2: IBK (oem diameter, proprietary scroll), SSL from Goodridge, and Axxis PBR paads. I track and DD the car.

ljun

I won't be racing/tracking my car if that makes a difference .... I'm more interested in small tweaks that'll help with handling/safety/braking ...

As for the OEM rotors.... I'm contemplating about swapping them out now (or later at 80k), but still can't decide between the plain OEM ESC rotors or the ESC slotted rotors ($70 difference) ...

David_TT225QC

unless you did it very recently. You could replace it with a high performance fluid and get a bit better pedal feel and less fade under spirited driving. If you are not tracking then there really is no reason to upgrade the rotors. Slotted rotors may help performance in the rain if you do a lot of rainy highway driving otherwise not necessary in normal use.
Check your rotor depth and if you are close to replacement time then might as well do it now so that you are set for another 20K.

bubba j

Just get your rotors turned (if still in spec) and change your fluid.

ljun

Will the slotted rotors help significantly in the rain? If so, I don't mind the $70/rotor premium over the regular ones ....

Are there other components I should consider other than the brake fluid?

Also, in terms of the rotor depth, is that something that I can measure myself (with a ruler)? Or do I need that professionally checked?

Thanks for the great info

David_TT225QC

Brake fluid choice is like a religious choice Search the forum and make your decision. A lot of folks like to run Motul - it's expensive but good stuff. Is it really necessary for every day driving? Absolutely not.

If you tend to drive close behind others and have gotten that pucker feeling when having to brake in the rain waiting for the brakes to grip then you will feel some benefit from slotted rotors as they tend to have a squeegee effect that could dry your brakes more quickly than a stock setup.

Some folks maight suggest upgrading your brake lines but for normal driving, it's not necessary unless yours are worn.

You should have your brake guy do the rotor check and then have them show you the result and what the limit is.

good luck!

ljun

great great great, thanks! pointed me in the right direction....!

ljun

on ecstuning.com there's a "brake rotor screws" ... do I need this to go along with the rotors? Or should the current ones work still when I change to the slotted rotors?

do the slotted rotors have any different life expectancy from the plain jane ones?

thanks again david

David_TT225QC

wheel and caliper are off. It's not big and sometimes they get messed up pretty easily. It's a cheap part to replace so I'd do it. If these are something special to an ECS Design I would ask them as they are the designers

I don't use slotted rotors and never have so I can't attest to the longevity of them (sorry!)