It's time for new pads and rotors on the XTerra and I'm planning to do the job myself to save a bit of cash.
Before I just run down to NAPA and buy whatever is on the shelf, I thought I would tap into the FinalGear hive mind - because frankly, there are a dizzying number of options out there.
Use:
The XTerra is my daily driver, but it also spends a lot of time out in the dirt. Dust, gravel, rocks, water crossings, mud, etc. will all be standard fare.
Stopping Power:
I'm about 1,000# heavier than stock. I also tow a small motorcycle trailer from time to time and load up on camping gear, food, water, fuel, etc.
Fancy shit:
I have heard that slotted and drilled rotors are prone to uneven and early pad wear, uneven rotor wear, and rotor cracks. That's not what I need three days from the nearest paved road. I also worry about those slots and holes trapping stones, mud, and other crap that will screw up the pads or rotors.
So, I'm open to suggestions. What should I look at, what should I avoid? What would be the best pad/rotor combo?
Before I just run down to NAPA and buy whatever is on the shelf, I thought I would tap into the FinalGear hive mind - because frankly, there are a dizzying number of options out there.
Use:
The XTerra is my daily driver, but it also spends a lot of time out in the dirt. Dust, gravel, rocks, water crossings, mud, etc. will all be standard fare.
Stopping Power:
I'm about 1,000# heavier than stock. I also tow a small motorcycle trailer from time to time and load up on camping gear, food, water, fuel, etc.
Fancy shit:
I have heard that slotted and drilled rotors are prone to uneven and early pad wear, uneven rotor wear, and rotor cracks. That's not what I need three days from the nearest paved road. I also worry about those slots and holes trapping stones, mud, and other crap that will screw up the pads or rotors.
So, I'm open to suggestions. What should I look at, what should I avoid? What would be the best pad/rotor combo?