2011 brakes suck! Options?
Apr 19, 2012 | 10:00 PM
#15
Apr 20, 2012 | 01:38 AM
#16
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So your issue with them has nothing to do with function, just opinion? The GMT900 brakes are the best yet. My 6.2 truck has rear disc and I dont think the pedal feel is as good as an equivalent 5.3 truck with drums.
GM had a bunch of issues with drums on the older 800 trucks. They went back to drums in '05, and haven't had any issues since. They work, require less maintenance, and are less expensive.
If you're not doing 100mph+ runs on the freeway with heavy braking, the stock brakes are fine. I do prefer pads that are a bit more agressive, however. Also, you won't gain anything by installing stock replacement slotted/drilled rotors on the front. They just reduce pad contact area.
GM had a bunch of issues with drums on the older 800 trucks. They went back to drums in '05, and haven't had any issues since. They work, require less maintenance, and are less expensive.
If you're not doing 100mph+ runs on the freeway with heavy braking, the stock brakes are fine. I do prefer pads that are a bit more agressive, however. Also, you won't gain anything by installing stock replacement slotted/drilled rotors on the front. They just reduce pad contact area.
Apr 20, 2012 | 05:50 AM
#17
mine are stock replacement rotors, and the braking is a ton better than a stock rotor. ive had plenty of 110mph to 10mph slow downs at the track with these things. no warping or anything and i have 10k on them *abusive 10k at that* my stock rotors showed signed of warp within 8k and was complete crap!
