2000 C4 brake pads & rotors

[Carrera]

I have a 2000 C4 Cab with cross drilled rotors that I need to do rotors, pads and sensors for. I have heard that 996's have a potential problem for squealing and rattling. Also, I am looking for a brake pad that doesn't leave a lot of dust and absolutely NO squealing. My questions are:

What type of pads and rotors do you recommend and where should I purchase them?

Do you recommend anti squeal liners?

Can any shop put them on or is there something technical about P brakes that they won't know?

I live in San Diego if anyone has recommendations.

Thank you for your help.

Edited August 8, 2007 by Carrera

[tac27]

I recently did the brakes on my car following the instructions posted under the "DIY" section; after the first wheel, the following three were a breeze. Not only was it fun to do, but I saved myself a few dollars.

I didn't replace the rotors (I had an indie mechanic check them); I've heard from some that they can be turned, and from others that they cannot recondition drilled slotted rotors. One of the more experienced members will have to post about replacing/reconditioning the rotors.

The parts I purchased from www.pelicanparts.com; I purchased pads, sensors, vibration dampeners, and the fasteners. I also purchased a medium sized channel lock and four jackstands (Crafstman 2 1/4 ton, Sears product number 50182-I think they came in sets of two). I opted for the 'most economical' (read as 'cheapest') pads, Mintex. There was a slight squeal for about 500 miles, but since then they don't squeal, rattle, hum or otherwise make a nuisance of themselves. Make sure you order the correct number of vibration dampners; I got a bit confused when I ordered mine as to how many were in a 'set' vs. 'each.' Nothing like putting everything back together and then waiting for the extra parts to arrive.

Edited August 8, 2007 by tac27

[Lee Quave]

As suggested above if you follow the DIY and bed in the pads your brakes will work great and shouldn’t squeal. I would use OEM pads. The cost difference between the bargain pads and OEM isn’t much IMO.

Check the thickness of the rotors and make sure there aren’t any cracks from hole to hole or to the edge. Minimum thickness is 26 mm for the front and 22 mm for the rear.

[phillipj]

I have a 2000 C4 Cab with cross drilled rotors that I need to do rotors, pads and sensors for. I have heard that 996's have a potential problem for squealing and rattling. Also, I am looking for a brake pad that doesn't leave a lot of dust and absolutely NO squealing. My questions are:

What type of pads and rotors do you recommend and where should I purchase them?

Do you recommend anti squeal liners?

Can any shop put them on or is there something technical about P brakes that they won't know?

I live in San Diego if anyone has recommendations.

Thank you for your help.

I recently did my fronts on my 996. I bought OEM everything, Rotors, Pads. Make sure to order the brake damper plates (no squeaking) tension spring kit and new caliper bolts. (These are inexpensive but important.) Total online came to around $450.

I asked a lot of people on this site about aftermarket rotors (Zimmerman) and aftermarket pads. Everyone convinced me to just go with the OEM. Very happy I did.

Mechanic installed them for me as a favor. They work awesome. Absolutely no squeaking. Brake dust is minimal. I'm so anal I clean my wheels after driving the car.

Good luck with your car!!

Phillipj

Edited August 10, 2007 by phillipj