Okay, so I was talking today to my friend about getting some new pads+rotors for the truck. I was saying that what I would like to do is get Brembo Rotors, Hawk Performance pads.
He then asked me a question: "If the stock braking system is capable of locking the tires, what is the point of getting pads and rotors that say, for example. "Over 50% improvement over stock!" Do they really make that much of a difference? If so, how? It doesn't make sense. The quickest way to stop is by locking all four tires, but you'll powerslide, a.k.a. lose steering control. ABS lengthens your stopping distance, but leaves you in control. How does paying so much more for "good" pads and rotors stop you quicker?"
I have to admit, this kind of stumped me. I'd like to see what you all think of this. Maybe there's something the both of us are missing. I thought maybe running 20's would justify it, but then again, it may not be worth the price.
Have at it!
He then asked me a question: "If the stock braking system is capable of locking the tires, what is the point of getting pads and rotors that say, for example. "Over 50% improvement over stock!" Do they really make that much of a difference? If so, how? It doesn't make sense. The quickest way to stop is by locking all four tires, but you'll powerslide, a.k.a. lose steering control. ABS lengthens your stopping distance, but leaves you in control. How does paying so much more for "good" pads and rotors stop you quicker?"
I have to admit, this kind of stumped me. I'd like to see what you all think of this. Maybe there's something the both of us are missing. I thought maybe running 20's would justify it, but then again, it may not be worth the price.
Have at it!