I didn't know which brake rotors to go with, I finally decided to go with the Raybestos element 3 and now Rock Auto doesn't have them!! And they don't know when they're going to get them in. Other companies that do have them, want to much for shipping!! I'm glad I didn't wait till the last minute, and I have plenty of time.
Brake rotor decision "RANT"
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There are probably other good options. Look at Amazon too!
Amazon sells Raybestos Element 3 rotors, and often at a lower price than rockauto.
I just bought some plain-jane Durago rotors and Bendix pads w/hardware. $110 for front brakes.
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I hear there is some sort of "pandemic" which has caused labor and supply chain issues, resulting in higher prices, longer lead times, and many items out of stock...
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I quit checking Amazon for brake parts as Rockauto was consistently lower priced and by a lot in most cases, even when adding in shipping. Will have to remember to check them next time I need some.
www.brembostoreusa.com
Depending on the make and model, Brembo have direct factory replacement brakes kits that are competitively priced. Hope this helps.
Depending on the make and model, Brembo have direct factory replacement brakes kits that are competitively priced. Hope this helps.
****. Your post reminded me I needed to order some rotors. Three weeks ago I had a choice of 8 different types of rear rotors. Fast forward to today and I only had one choice and had gone up by close to 25% since early October. This will be the first time I’ve ever done a four corner rotor and pad change for over $200. Historically, I’ve always been able to keep this type of job around $130.
If you get 5 years out of rotors and pads, is that considered good?.,,,
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Yes, very.
Unless your rotors are rusted or out of spec.. maybe think about having them turned?
Depends how much you drive. for me that would be terrible, as I am easy on brakes, and usually only go 5000 per year.
Honestly I think replacement is cheaper...
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Does anyone besides maybe NAPA even do that anymore?
Sadly, stock replacement-grade brake rotors are so inexpensive now it's not even worth having them cut anyway.
They are out of spec. When checked. When I bought the 2013 Ford Edge 5 years ago the dealer pad slapped it and put it on the lot, rotors squeal like hell in the rain till they get warm.
Thanks but a little pricey..
SammyChevelleTypeS3
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NAPA sells quality parts. Yes , brake parts prices have dropped the last several years.
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2013 Ford Edge SEL 3.5
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2013 Ford Edge SEL 3.5
Bad thing about them, is you don't know if you're getting a true product or a knock off .
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