msilin Posted May 5, 2011 Share Posted May 5, 2011 Need some help picking out new pads / rotors, I sw on http://www.knsbrakes.com/searchResults.php?car_id=155 they had Centric Premiums with StopTech pads for 310, which is cheap, or Centric Standards with Hawk pads. Which would be a better deal? I'm trying to stay around / under 300. Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soloz2 Posted May 5, 2011 Share Posted May 5, 2011 I just ordered Centric Premiums and Stoptech pads for my Legacy. I wanted the Premium rotors since they are coated. If you live where they salt the roads you'll probably want the premium/coated rotors so the top hats don't rust so bad. Otherwise you can get the standard rotors. Current: 16 Crosstrek Premium w/ Eyesight & 05 Outback XT 5MT Past Subies: 14 FXT Premium, 14 WRX hatch, 06 Legacy 2.5i SE 5MT, 98 Outback wagon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted May 5, 2011 Share Posted May 5, 2011 FredBeans has a 20% deal on Hawk Pads going on http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/hawk-brake-pad-promo-20-off-free-sti-travel-mug-159772.html?t=159772 It doesnt help you with the rotors, but you save a few bucks on the pads. Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msilin Posted May 5, 2011 Author Share Posted May 5, 2011 I found a good deal on rockauto.com . 55 for centric premium fronts 40 for centric premium rears plus shipping. I just couldn't figure out what pads to buy from this site. So maybe it was meant to be for me to purchase separately. Would you guys recommend this site? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted May 5, 2011 Share Posted May 5, 2011 I just got Hawk HPS pads from Mike at AZPinstalls. $95.00 shipped. I'll put them on this weekend. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZP Installs Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 I would get the Hawks over the Stoptech. I've been very unimpressed with the sets of stoptechs we've installed for clients. We even changed a set of those out shortly after the initial install for HPS pads. Thanks for the plug Max! -mike http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/91072632.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/133406601.jpg AIM: AZP Installs | E-mail: paisan@azpinstalls.com | 725 Fairfield Ave | Kenilworth, NJ 07033 | T-1 Certified Amsoil Dealer "Race Tested, Enthusiast Approved!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soloz2 Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 I'm planning on installing the centric premium rotors and Stoptech street performance pads on Saturday. I read lots of posts and it seems to me that some people love hawks and hate Stoptech and then there's about as many who love Stoptech and hate hawk. I haven't used both so I can't compare. I opted for Stoptech because from my research they may be better on cold stops than hawk HPS and they are cheaper. Current: 16 Crosstrek Premium w/ Eyesight & 05 Outback XT 5MT Past Subies: 14 FXT Premium, 14 WRX hatch, 06 Legacy 2.5i SE 5MT, 98 Outback wagon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rs6er Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 Very happy with the Centric Premiums I got from Rockauto and the Hawk HPS. Bed properly-- makes as big difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoopMan Posted July 7, 2011 Share Posted July 7, 2011 Anyone know how good other make rotors are? Rockauto also sells Beck Arnley, Raybestos, and Wagner. Partstrain sells EBC, Brembos, DBA's, and others. The Raybestos 'advanced technology' rotors have a 3 year warranty, the Centrics only 90 days, and they are about the same price. Rockauto also lists the Raybestos in a higher performance category than the Cenrtic Premiums. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saul_Good Posted July 8, 2011 Share Posted July 8, 2011 Anything from brakeswap.com is legit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darkside Posted July 8, 2011 Share Posted July 8, 2011 I recommend centric and Stoptech pads , I wasn't impressed with the hps, Stoptech are dustier but get better with time, hps just were as good as factory with more pad deposits, just my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelvrick Posted July 14, 2011 Share Posted July 14, 2011 I got my centric premiums from amazon. Front and rear sets shipped separately, both 2-day with prime. Shipping 2-day from anywhere else would have cost me just as much as the rotors. My Outback Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 I know it comes down to dollars and cents, but you guy's should really buy from the guy's who support the forums and give out free advice here. http://www.azpinstalls.com/ 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnp Posted July 22, 2011 Share Posted July 22, 2011 hi everyone, not really a regular user here but i was hoping to get some advice. my 05 LGT, stock everything except for a relatively new ACT clutch, recently started to get this vibration at about 50mph...felt like i had a flat. here's a video i tried to shoot and you can tell just a bit [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vmOO2Csck4]Subie noise - YouTube[/ame] i took it to a shop, and they think it is because one of the front left brake caliper pistons is not decompressing, so a part of my pad is up against the rotor. wheel appears hotter than others. i've got 90k miles, and they quoted me $1,050 for a complete change up of calipers, pads, rotors for both fronts and a brake flush. they're obviously quoting Monroe types, nothing great, so i'm balking at the cost. any thoughts as to what i should do? if i need to spend this much, can i get something more of an upgrade? these guys are charging me $850 in just parts. i don't track or race (spirited driving at best), and have taken my car across the country. oh, and the new stuff has to work with temp range starting at -20 degrees F (that's right, negative 20). thanks for your feedback, and sorry if i've posted in the wrong thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZP Installs Posted July 22, 2011 Share Posted July 22, 2011 That is crazy to do that. Have them replace the one sticking caliper. Where are you located? If you are anywhere near NY/NJ we can help you out and for a TON less than that. -mike http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/91072632.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/133406601.jpg AIM: AZP Installs | E-mail: paisan@azpinstalls.com | 725 Fairfield Ave | Kenilworth, NJ 07033 | T-1 Certified Amsoil Direct Dealer "Race Tested, Enthusiast Approved!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnp Posted July 22, 2011 Share Posted July 22, 2011 thanks Mike. i was at work when they took it apart and looked at it, but apparently this action has worn my pads/rotors. they're saying i should replace both fronts, which i get, but still. i'm in IA, and unfortunately, there arent that many experts around here. specifically on that line item, they're quoting me $360 for a pair of front calipers before install labor. i'm just thinking that if i'm gonna replace it, i should do it right. given wore pads/rotors, do you think i should still just replace the one caliper? got any recommendations on what you would (besides what you already said) if it was a replacement? thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soloz2 Posted July 22, 2011 Share Posted July 22, 2011 You only need to replace the bad caliper, but replace rotors and pads in sets. It's not difficult to do. Do you have a spot at home you can work on your car? A new (refurbished) caliper should be well under $150 after core fee (return of your bad caliper to be rebuilt). Plan on about $300 for all 4 corners to get Centeic Premium rotors and Stoptech pads. Add about $50-75 if you go with hawk pads. Find someone local to teach you how to install and pay them with food and drink. Now you know how to do brakes and are out less than half what the shop is quoting you and you have better parts to boot! Current: 16 Crosstrek Premium w/ Eyesight & 05 Outback XT 5MT Past Subies: 14 FXT Premium, 14 WRX hatch, 06 Legacy 2.5i SE 5MT, 98 Outback wagon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnp Posted July 22, 2011 Share Posted July 22, 2011 i have a garage, but not a lot of free time unfortunately. would love to learn. any step-by-step links? where can i find calipers? most sites seem to sell pads & rotors only. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tito_b0y Posted July 23, 2011 Share Posted July 23, 2011 Order from AZPinstalls, or any other vendors on here. Just a couple vendor classifieds: http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/subaru-brakes-hawk-dba-stoptech-pads-centric-rotors-lines-fluid-129526.html http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/legacy-brake-sale-dba-stoptech-hawk-136564.html And, FWIW, I got all four corners of Centric Premium rotors, Hawk HPS pads and Goodridge SS lines with flush done and installed by AZP for well under $1k 2006 SWP 3.0R 5EAT VDC BBQ 2008 OBP 2.5i 4EAT BBQ [RIP] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soloz2 Posted July 23, 2011 Share Posted July 23, 2011 Good info here on how to replace your brakes. http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/install-racing-brake-one-piece-rotors-26028.html?t=26028&highlight=brake http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/good-brembo-swap-brake-maintanence-vids-104611.html?t=104611&highlight=brake Current: 16 Crosstrek Premium w/ Eyesight & 05 Outback XT 5MT Past Subies: 14 FXT Premium, 14 WRX hatch, 06 Legacy 2.5i SE 5MT, 98 Outback wagon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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