Brakes need to be done

[MSHardeman]

I know traditionally most of the braking load is handled by the front wheels, but it seems like most VX's have some kind of proportioning problem. When I replaced my stock original pads at 80k miles, or so, the front pads looked almost brand new, whereas the rear pads where pretty worn.

I know they're expensive, but I would say OEM pads all around.

[Ldub]

I know traditionally most of the braking load is handled by the front wheels, but it seems like most VX's have some kind of proportioning problem. When I replaced my stock original pads at 80k miles, or so, the front pads looked almost brand new, whereas the rear pads where pretty worn.

I know they're expensive, but I would say OEM pads all around.

DITTO...

[Mile High VX]

So I'm going to go with OEM pads...any thoughts on the rotors. I know many have gone with the drilled R1 or other brands. I'd be interested in hearing some thoughts on this.

And also, should I just go ahead and put new bearings in or repack the ones I have. New bearings will add about $300 to the damage...

THanks for the help and support. I love this place...

[MSHardeman]

I think all the previous owners of your VX took pretty good care of it, so unless you're feeling or hearing some strange noises coming from the front end I'm sure you could get away with just repacking your old bearings.

When I replaced my rotors I went with SP Performance drilled and slotted rotors and haven't had any problems with them. I don't have any experience with the R1's, but I've heard good things from everyone here. I don't think any of us will push the brakes to the point of actually needing drilled and/or slotted rotors so it's mostly an aesthetic choice. Since you've decided to spend the money on stock pads, could you just have your stock rotors turned to save a few bucks there?

[Mile High VX]

The dealership said that they were rusting pretty bad and needed to be replaced.... He told me that Isuzu didn't do a great job of using any protectant to keep them from this...

[Mile High VX]

Took her in for a second opinion today and a completely different story. Guy said I have plenty of pad left and he wouldn't do anything until the end of summer in preparation for the winter here is CO.

He said the rotors had some surface rust, but nothing to warrant replacing them.

I guess whoever coined the phrase on the forum of "stealership" wasn't too far off in this case.

Thanks for all of the helpful suggestions and encouragement.

MSHardeman you can still come on over the we'll get the CO VXers together this summer.

[circmand]

Took her in for a second opinion today and a completely different story. Guy said I have plenty of pad left and he wouldn't do anything until the end of summer in preparation for the winter here is CO.

He said the rotors had some surface rust, but nothing to warrant replacing them.

I guess whoever coined the phrase on the forum of "stealership" wasn't too far off in this case.

Thanks for all of the helpful suggestions and encouragement.

MSHardeman you can still come on over the we'll get the CO VXers together this summer.

Dealership for parts, private mechanic for service.