thetopdog

My pads and rotors on my 2006 base coupe both need replacing. Last time I got it done at the dealership and it came out to something like $1000, which wouldn't have been too bad, but the brakes didn't last that long before they started giving me problems again

This time I'd like to try ordering brakes online and seeing if I can not only save a little cash, but maybe get increased performance out of them too. Any suggestions on what specific brakes to look for and where to buy them from? The Tire Rack has a few different sets of rotors and pads for sale, does anybody have any feedback on those?

I don't really track or autocross, so I'm just looking for brakes with decent stopping power for the street, low noise/squealing and good longevity

Thanks in advance

SinisterC6

i think a set of z51 rotors or dba slotted rotors would be a good choice. add that to some low dust cobalt pads and ss lines and you should see a nice increase in pedal feel as well as stopping power.

when purchasing rotors try to find the unit that weighs the least, cheaper rotors are usually heavier and will make your car feel slower, i believe the dba units are a bit lighter than the stock z51s, just something to consider

thetopdog

Thanks for the advice, any links to places I can buy the Z51 or dba rotors online?

SinisterC6

you may want to also talk to LG, they are racers with tons of experience,

heres what they have for rotors:

http://www.lgmotorsports.com/catalog...oducts_id=1542

Gravy

I found this article very helpful for brake upgrades.

http://www.vetteweb.com/tech/vemp_09...ade/index.html