Post a PIC of your latest purchase.

[Cossey]

@Yetti VR

Yea COSSEY relax don’t try to educate up in here… My forum boys said this shit is cool so its cool…

DAMN

My bad.

@votblindub

yea, ive been reading about this. its called “dragging brakes”, right?

I think the more specific and scientific term is called “driving like a pussy.”

[Mk4_30R_Ban]

Mr. Cossey :

hi, i purchased some OEM replacement ATE rotors and some whatever mintex pads for my daily driver 130hp VW TDI, that see’s mostly highway driving and light stop and go, would you recommend i purchase a 14inch Stoptech BBK?

thanks,

a concerned motorist that loves to stop efficiently.

[Cossey]

@Mk4 30R

Mr. Cossey :

hi, i purchased some OEM replacement ATE rotors and some whatever mintex pads for my daily driver 130hp VW TDI, that see’s mostly highway driving and light stop and go, would you recommend i purchase a 14inch Stoptech BBK?

thanks,

a concerned motorist that loves to stop efficiently.

No, that brake setup is not sufficient. I recommend ordering a set of 8-pot calipers and 16" rotors, especially for the rear.

-Brake expert

[Mark355]

[Alpine]

:rofl

[Boost_Creep]

omg

[Murrdog9000]

:rofl

[88slowmarro]

@Cossey

Ok.

Ok.

Because me having a BMW has ANYTHING to do with this? Sounds like someone got their panties in a bunch because someone was trying to educate them. The OEM rotors would have been more capable whether you or your buddies think so or not. It’s pads that make the biggest difference. Due to your new rotors, you’ll just be eating through pads quicker. I don’t think anyone on this forum needs a BBK unless it’s a full race car. There’s no big deal, you’re just making it out to be one by attempting to justify your need for your drilled/slotted rotors by talking about your spirited driving or how they don’t warp like the OEM rotors and such. At least do some research on them, and don’t just follow the boy scouts over on your M forums. About the only real benefits of a slotted or drilled rotor is (this can also be a disadvantage) the increased pad wear because the pad surface is being ‘refreshed’ (cleaned) when the brakes are applied.

im sorry man , rotors do warp .thats why lug nut trq is important along with a proper functioning brake system . i dont wanna get into a huge argument on it just sayin heat warps things why and or how are rotors any differant ? i tottally agree that drilled/slotted rotors are a waste on the street etc etc

[Mk4_30R_Ban]

@Cossey

No, that brake setup is not sufficient. I recommend ordering a set of 8-pot calipers and 16" rotors, especially for the rear.

-Brake expert

thanks for the advice, just ordered these

[Murrdog9000]

:rofl

[Cossey]

@88slowmarro

im sorry man , rotors do warp .thats why lug nut trq is important along with a proper functioning brake system . i dont wanna get into a huge argument on it just sayin heat warps things why and or how are rotors any differant ? i tottally agree that drilled/slotted rotors are a waste on the street etc etc

Oh I’m not saying rotors don’t warp, but when most people think they’re warped, they’re usually not. Most people feel the slight shake in the steering wheel under braking and automatically assume it’s warped rotors.

[6SPD_S4]

LMAOOOOOO @ Mark. Oh and my rotors are most deff warped. I assure you of this.

[Alpine]

@6SPD EG

They warp because the wheels were probably never torqued properly when re-installed.

Fixed?
Ziiing.

Replace the brakes with OE replacement parts, or upgrade the whole thing. That’s like changing a clutch and re-using the old stock pressure plate. Waste.

[Cossey]

@Mk4 30R

thanks for the advice, just ordered these
http://c1552172.cdn.cloudfiles.rackspacecloud.com/4949_x600.jpg

You’re on the right track.

Serious question about the TDIs: Do they make jake brake setups?

[freakLS7]

@Cossey

You’re on the right track.

Serious question about the TDIs: Do they make jake brake setups?

i just had my tuner build me a turbo brake tune thing is amazing! cant wait to try it towing something heavy!

[Cossey]

@freakLS7

i just had my tuner build me a turbo brake tune thing is amazing! cant wait to try it towing something heavy!

Like an M3 from VA? :ninja

[tdi_logik]

@Cossey

You’re on the right track.

Serious question about the TDIs: Do they make jake brake setups?

no, and no exhaust brakes

[Vovchandr]

@ninety1two40

How do you clean the deposit off the rotors?

You could get them turned just a hair to get them “flat” again by getting rid of all deposit bumps. Same principle as getting them turned when they are “warped” when in reality you just got rid of high spots.

IIRC.

Edit: People getting LOUD up in here :ahh

[DeathbyRT]

My rotors are fucked. Stallmer saw them glowing bright orange over the winter.

[Wayne64SS]

@Cossey

You’re on the right track.

Serious question about the TDIs: Do they make jake brake setups?

fuuuuuck no. the jacobs ENGINE brake is only used in heavy trucks, can’t even get them for a 5.9 cummins. You’re thinking of an exhaust brake, and although not specific to your vehicle im sure you could make something work.

@freakLS7

i just had my tuner build me a turbo brake tune thing is amazing! cant wait to try it towing something heavy!

best thing i’ve ever done to 'ol stroke was the exhaust brake. i literally NEVER use service brakes.