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Brake rotors and pad kits

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Hello anyone have any direction for aftermarket rotors and pads what brand is good?
 
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I put in a complete set of Maxx Brakes a few years ago. I was working on the front end a few months ago and they still looked really good.
Except.... my only complaint is the carbon metallic pads, they are holding up well, and are VERY clean, but require more pressure than I like. Someone said they had Wagners, and it's like towing a trailer even without one. That's the best analogy I have heard to describe it.
I have been looking to replace them even though they are still good because they drive me nuts. Akebono, Powerstop, and Bosch are at RA for good prices. All on my list to research further.
 
#11 ·
If you have a Gen 2 with a V6, you can upgrade to 08-12 V8 Pathfinder front brakes which have a 1" larger diameter rotor. All you need is the calipers, pads and rotors; it's a bolt-on upgrade. You can get regular parts from Rockauto or your local auto parts store. I went with PowerStop calipers, EBC yellow stuff pads and EBD dimpled and slotted rotors. You can use the stock V6 brake hoses or upgrade to SS hoses, like I did. They stop great, but the yellow stuff pads do create a lot of dust.

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#12 ·
If you have a Gen 2 with a V6, you can upgrade to 08-12 V8 Pathfinder front brakes which have a 1" larger diameter rotor. All you need is the calipers, pads and rotors; it's a bolt-on upgrade. You can get regular parts from Rockauto or your local auto parts store. I went with PowerStop calipers, EBC yellow stuff pads and EBD dimpled and slotted rotors. You can use the stock V6 brake hoses or upgrade to SS hoses, like I did. They stop great, but the yellow stuff pads do create a lot of dust.

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IIRC, doesn't one need larger than 16" wheels for this mod??