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Thanks! Yeah, after much research it seems that the 5.0's should be just aggressive enough for daily "spirited" driving. I've been racking my brain on a good place to bed the pads... the recommended method that I've read in various threads on this forum is a little more aggressive (series of 60-10 w/o stopping) than what Hawk lists (series of moderate 35-0, then a series of harder 45-0). Either way accomplishing this, w/o attracting too much attention or being dangerous to other drivers is my concern. Might have to go out early morning tomorrow.
If you have an open road (2 or more lanes each way) w/ a nice shoulder that's typically the best option.
I just go down the road as normal until there's no cars then bump up to 60 and a quick slow down and ride the shoulder at 10mph for a while if there's cars coming, then rinse & repeat for another 6-8 passes. I'm going by Stoptech & Wilwood procedures though. And if you must come to a full stop just ease into it w/ the parking brake if possible.
If you have an open road (2 or more lanes each way) w/ a nice shoulder that's typically the best option.
I just go down the road as normal until there's no cars then bump up to 60 and a quick slow down and ride the shoulder at 10mph for a while if there's cars coming, then rinse & repeat for another 6-8 passes. I'm going by Stoptech & Wilwood procedures though. And if you must come to a full stop just ease into it w/ the parking brake if possible.
Thanks Brad! I actually decided on a industrial road that loops behind my house, its about 2 mile stretch that is ultra wide, recently paved, and rarely used at this time of morning. I was able to get up to speed easily and slowed and the road was wide enough I could u-turn with ease w/o stopping. Amazing how the pedal feel changes from start to finish.
Originally Posted by kennyz424
Jai I know you're loving those rotors as much as I did when I installed mine. They make the biggest difference! Great choice man!
Thanks Kenny! Yeah I've always liked stoptech rotors, I ran them on my TL and enjoyed the look and performance.
Made an observation while doing this. That there's really no reason to screw the grille back in. The clips and friction are enough to hold it in place. This way you can just pull the grille out from the front next time instead of having to take the radiator cover off. On that note...you only have to finger tighten the screws to the radiator cover when installing it back in. That way you don't need a wrench next time to take it off.
your car looks awesome
