Brake upgrades (stock replacement)

[clrussell]

The lbz is about due for new brakes, I have zero complaints with the stock system and will go back to the same unless it’s worth it.

Are the stock replacement options worth the extra $? I’ll eventually be stepping up to 37s.

Drilled and slotted rotors, and better pads such as ebc. Not debating ceramic vs organic. Also is the life span as good as oe?

 

[lutzjk913]

I’m OEM all the way here Corbin.

my stock fronts have 135k on them with over half pad left

rears went around 80k due to a stuck caliper slide

 

[2004LB7]

I think you want the orange pads or OEM. OEM will last the longest. Also, I wouldn't run drilled rotors on our trucks. Crack too easy

 

[monster50iii]

Another thing you can do while you do brakes, is suck your reservoir almost dry. Get all the old fluid out. Refill, and bleed each corner to get all the old fluid out. Brake fluid attracts moisture, which gives you a softer pedal.

 

[clrussell]

Another thing you can do while you do brakes, is suck your reservoir almost dry. Get all the old fluid out. Refill, and bleed each corner to get all the old fluid out. Brake fluid attracts moisture, which gives you a softer pedal.

good point, I have a brake flush machine so it’ll get this treatment when it gets new brakes.

 

[clrussell]

I’m OEM all the way here Corbin.

my stock fronts have 135k on them with over half pad left

rears went around 80k due to a stuck caliper slide

ive always went straight oe when I’ve done my previous trucks.It’s never been an issue. And mileage is insane on these trucks brakes unless towing constantly

 

[clrussell]

Also thanks for the move, I had no idea where to post this

 

[TheBac]

NP. This section really should be called "brakes and suspension". As for brakes, just use quality parts. Id probably shy away from drilled/slotted for a daily.

 

[BoiseRob]

Upgrade to Delco "Severe Duty" pads...

 

[Chevy1925]

@gmduramax was just talking to me about doing this on my old truck.

i wouldnt do drilled rotors but slotted would be ok. Drilled makes them crack. Then add either hawk or EBC severe pads and should make a difference. if you want the same life span, id keep stock stuff. The other pads will wear much quicker and be dirtier.

NP. This section really should be called "brakes and suspension". As for brakes, just use quality parts. Id probably shy away from drilled/slotted for a daily.

Updated

 

[Dozerboy]

One of our members use an kit to up grade to a stock 14” rotor up front. Let me see if I can find the thread.

 

[Dozerboy]

14" Rotors with stock calipers

Finally got a pair of 14.25" rotors and caliper relocating brackets to try. Going to test them on my dads LMM because he is running 34" tall tires and his brakes could use a little help. Couldn't justify spending $3000+ for bigger calipers. Hopefully these are up to the task. I'm going to start...

www.duramaxdiesels.com

 

[clrussell]

One of our members use an kit to up grade to a stock 14” rotor up front. Let me see if I can find the thread.

thanks, but I’m running 17s. Maybe someone will need that though!

 

[zakkb787]

Man, I put Raybestos Element3 pads and rotors on my truck over the summer and they are amazing. Best brakes I’ve ever had on any of my trucks. Not expensive and they look great with the coating too. The pads are a hybrid.

 

[fl0w3n]

What about the LML hydroboost mentioned in that thread?

 

[2004LB7]

I think I remember that. Didn't they put kodiak parts on it?

One of our members use an kit to up grade to a stock 14” rotor up front. Let me see if I can find the thread.

 

[clrussell]

What about the LML hydroboost mentioned in that thread?

what about it? It’s a super common upgrade

 

[fl0w3n]

what about it? It’s a super common upgrade

Just wondering if you've done it and your thoughts on it if so

 

[clrussell]

Just wondering if you've done it and your thoughts on it if so

yeah I have, this truck I didn’t see a huge improvement but I have on other trucks

 

[Bdsankey]

I agree with others, drilled rotors are not great on these trucks if your goal is longevity. My truck has EBC slotted/dimpled GD3 rotors and their orange pads and you'd think it stops like a Corvette, especially once I added the LML hydroboost. I cannot comment on lifespan as the truck spun a main not shortly after and has been sitting since. I'm hoping to get it out and finished here shortly (hoping late April/early May).