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    I think it depends on the condition of the pads. My Vx is at 36k and I'm still running the original pads but I've noticed a lack in the braking abilities- it was definately better before. I'll get a new set on soon.

    I should note that I've been towing my jetboat for a few seasons now
    That has taken a alot of life out of the brake pads.
    Last edited by AndyC : 11/28/2006 at 05:57 AM
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    im at 49k and thought the brakes feel awesome compared to the 05 civic i was driving before the VX.. maybe my pads were replaced though im thinking they are oem because i have zero brake dust and thats what lots of vxers report from their oems, didnt really look that close, i did just do a brake flush around 45k though

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    i think all 3 pretty much felt the same, which tells me it's probably typical.
    i didn't even ask the simple question of if they were orig pads...kind of assume they are, there's (only) 40k miles on it.

    any of you know what kind of replacement pads work good?
    just oem or some type of aftermarket?

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    Heavy pressure on the brakes in mine makes them feel like they are grinding...
    basically that is the isuzu antilock system.. it does work though if you apply them ontime.. in a panic stop... just keep the pressure applied and dont let up even though they feel wierd... they do work...

    FYI Isuzu did a tech bulletin on the rodeo and recalled them... guess there was more then 4100 on the road so it was more important to recall the rodeo then the vehicross

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