Brake Upgrades

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What front brake upgrades are available that are not going to equal the cost of buying a new truck? In the last issue, Second time around, mentioned of some expensive sounding pads, rotors, and calibers, are these worth looking into? The 2000 and newer models have from what I understand, two piston calibers. If so, is it possible to adapt them to my '96? I am tired of chewing u7p pads, lubing the pins, replacing calibers, and unpredictable brake pull. This is the only real problem I have had since new and have had little help from the dealership in finding a cure, need help, thanks. Additionally, what causes road feel/wander to be transmitted to the steering wheel (no real play in the steering just the wheel is moved by the road imperfections. I am leaning towards the stabilizer being worn but not certain. Truck has just been lined up, properly, and reshoed with Michelin 265 75 16 LTX A/S.

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david b kriebel, 1996 Ext. Cab 4x4, 2500, SLT, Cummins, Garnet red, Loaded, now I am not.

1970 Hemi Cuda
1970 440+6 GTX
1967 440 GTX
1966 Hemi Satellite
And no spare time!!!

 

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On my 95, I had good luck with Performance Friction pads, and a change to AP550 racing brake fluid. No problems with this truck.

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97 2500 CC 4x4 3. 54 5spd, Green, #12 plate slid all the way forward, 4inch open exhaust, 235/85 Michelins, RS 9000's, PrimeLoc, Red Tops, TDR cloisonae grill badge!

 

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I use a semi-metalic brake pad sold by O'Rielly's Auto parts (use to be Hi-Low Auto Parts)sell for about $20. 00 a set and get about 25000-30000 miles out of em,but one thing I do when I change pads is work the piston in and out of the caliper, being very careful no to damage the piston boot. Have not had proble with brake grab since truck was new. Hope this helps.


96,2500,SLT,CC,4X2,Red,Auto,Longbed,3. 54Rear,TST#8,Trans. Temp,Booste,Post EGT,Pillar mount gauges,Air Shocks,Trailer Tow,Over Size Camper Cap.