Brakes

[Steve Dionne]

My '98 SHO is in need of brakes. I bought it used in September 2002 with 28k. Now with 33k the brakes make my steering wheel shake like J Lo's a$$. I'm sure they just shaved them to put the car out on the lot. Even Ford makes brakes that last for more than 5k. Anyway, should I replace them with OE parts or are there other options. Also, what about pads?

 

[f150fan]

The agreement on the Pads are the FORD OE Pads are the best, not the motorcraft. And in terms of Rotors, it seems that autozones are the cheapest and last for some people a real long time, but warp for others real quick....

 

[SHOZ123]

I agree with f150fan. The Ford pads aren't the cheapest but are very good pads and few will surpass them. Autozone rotors too are what I have on mine now.

 

[RStalveyARFF]

The general consensus is that over-torquing the wheels leads to the warpage. I've had good luck with torquing the wheels between 90 and 95 ft-lbs. I agree with the pads and rotor recommendation, I'm running 95 rotors right now (for my drag radials) and OE ford pads. Stops excellent.

 

[MilTownSHO]

I replaced the front brakes with OEM Ford Pads. A little more than the Motorcraft, but well worth it!

 

[SHO FLY]

Go with the KVR pads and Powerslot rotors!!

KVR Carbon Fiber Pads - an integrally-molded custom design made of graphite-impregnated metal. These are excellent street pads and will also withstand the rigors of the occasional autocross. After being properly bedded with new rotors, these pads have excellent bite and wear characteristics. They are low-dust, fade-resistant, noise-free, and rotor-friendly.


Front:
86-92 Non-SHO (636-M7308) .... $59.95 set
89-93 SHO (636-M7308A) .... $59.95 set
93 Non-SHO (636-M7308A) .... $59.95 set
94-95 SHO (636-M7479) .... $59.95 set
94-01 Non-SHO (636-M7479) .... $59.95 set
96-99 SHO (636-M7476) .... $59.95 set

Rear:
89-92 SHO & Non-SHO (636-M7239A) .... $64.95 set
93-99 SHO & Non-SHO (636-M7489A) .... $59.95 set



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[Wess]

I read on V8sho.com that some people use Mark VIII rotors, anyone else know anything about the advantages they offer?

<small>[ April 17, 2003, 09:20 PM: Message edited by: Wess ]</small>

 

[Todd TCE]

FYI, the new SHO Stopper Jr. will fit the 3G SHO.

BUT, I need a local with a wheel to do the test fit on before confirming wheel issurs. If anyone knows of a Phoenix area owner please pass this along.