Big Brakes on a not-so-big Budget? YEP

[a_d_a_m]

Figured I would drop a line regarding Raybestos R-300 brake rotors. For this application, the part number is 680497PER. I liked 'em because the hats and cooling vanes are coated and will be more rust resistant. Also liked the price ($49/ea) and that they were Raybestos, which I've always had good luck with.

Unfortunately, I'd missed the part where it said they were slotted, and was surprised to see a design like this when I opened the box:

So, just as a heads-up...that's what the R-300s look like.

I ain't sendin' 'em back, they're here, may as well use 'em.

 

[ledzilla]

Figured I would drop a line regarding Raybestos R-300 brake rotors. For this application, the part number is 680497PER. I liked 'em because the hats and cooling vanes are coated and will be more rust resistant. Also liked the price ($49/ea) and that they were Raybestos, which I've always had good luck with.

Unfortunately, I'd missed the part where it said they were slotted, and was surprised to see a design like this when I opened the box:

So, just as a heads-up...that's what the R-300s look like.

I ain't sendin' 'em back, they're here, may as well use 'em.

I was actually considering these rotors. I passed on them because I wanted to have matching rotors all the way around and couldn't seem to find any for the rear for some reason. Maybe I didn't look hard enough.

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[Serge]

Hey Zack, ever thought about doing a kit for the rear?

 

[a_d_a_m]

I was actually considering these rotors. I passed on them because I wanted to have matching rotors all the way around and couldn't seem to find any for the rear for some reason. Maybe I didn't look hard enough.

http://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=2768618&cc=1434300&jsn=523

680129PER is the RockAuto number. Oddly enough, they're more expensive than the GT500 rotors which are way bigger. I found one on Amazon for $38 with Prime, so I snagged that, and then went on eBay and bought one for $76 shipped.

At least they'll match.

 

[Zack]

Hey Zack, ever thought about doing a kit for the rear?

No because everyone would cry because the parking brake needs to get deleted

 

[ledzilla]

No because everyone would cry because the parking brake needs to get deleted

Mine already fell apart, so what do I care.

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[a_d_a_m]

No because everyone would cry because the parking brake needs to get deleted

I don’t have a working parking brake on any of my cars, including the stickshift.

 

[tbone]

No one cares about a parking brake until they park on s steep hill and the shift pawl gets stuck or bent....

You need a working parking brake.

 

[fastblackmerc]

No one cares about a parking brake until they park on s steep hill and the shift pawl gets stuck or bent....

You need a working parking brake.

Or if you lose your main brakes.

 

[therealrogers]

No because everyone would cry because the parking brake needs to get deleted

I promise not to cry.


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[a_d_a_m]

I promise not to cry.

 

[Zack]

I can promise all of you I'm not attempting a rear brake kit

 

[Serge]

No because everyone would cry because the parking brake needs to get deleted

Is there no way to fab something up?

 

[Taemian]

These are the part numbers I use. Comes with everything you need.

Rock auto
$105 18-B4703 caliper
$105 18-B4702 caliper

Could I please have the year for the rotors? I'm in Canada, so the core charge with shipping makes this all a no go. I'll source it out locally.

Thanks, got the brackets so I'm almost ready to go!!

 

[03MERCMARAUDER]

Are brackets still available?

 

[a_d_a_m]

Are brackets still available?

Best to PM lji372 direct as he may not see this post.

 

[Taemian]

Best to PM lji372 direct as he may not see this post.

Will do, thanks!

 

[Curless]

Curious, do you guys that already have the big brake upgrade with braided lines have a better pedal feel than before? I've spent a considerable amount of time and effort to get my brake pedal to feel right and so far nothing... its a sponge compared to before the install. I've bled, re bled, computer bled, replaced the master cylinder, on and on... the pedal feels like crap...

 

[ChiTownMaraud3r]

Curious, do you guys that already have the big brake upgrade with braided lines have a better pedal feel than before? I've spent a considerable amount of time and effort to get my brake pedal to feel right and so far nothing... its a sponge compared to before the install. I've bled, re bled, computer bled, replaced the master cylinder, on and on... the pedal feels like crap...

I'm in the same boat after installing mine. The shop bled the ABS and said the brakes felt great, when I drove it with him, I was disappointed. He said it felt better than most taxi crown vics he's done, but I am not impressed. I want to modify the brake booster/master cylinder next if possible. \

I just want there to be minimal brake pedal travel as I feel there is way too m uch compared to other modern cars.

 

[justbob]

This is why rear drum brakes suddenly isn’t such a bad thing.. Just adjust them better and instant high pedal! I never saw a better advantage of having rear disc personally. If shoes are good enough for semi’s and trains.. [emoji6]


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