Rear Rotor and Brake Wear

[Cueyo]

Hey brother, I replaced mine at around 10k or 15k—I honestly can’t remember. My rotors were still within spec, but I swapped them out anyway to add the bronze rear caliper guides, or whatever they’re called, the ones from Wunderladen. My pads were wearing unevenly, so I switched to Akebono ACT1001 for the front and ACT1878 for the rear since I daily my car.

Next, I’m planning to go with either Girodisc 2-piece rotors or Paragon, depending on which has the better price. I mainly wanted to get rid of the horrible brake dust on my wheels, and these pads really solved that problem. I’ll stick with the same setup next time, just with the 2-piece rotors. I also upgraded the brake lines and fluid, but I haven’t tested everything yet because I’m still waiting on my wheels.

Have you tried the paragon p3s for the rear? I was looking on the unity performance website and there's one particularly scalding review on the p3s that mentions switching to the akebono's. I can handle brake nosie, but also won't know until I try

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[HondaHoon]

For the rear I use Girodisc rotors and Paragon PBP1557 Brake Pads. No brake noise. Amazing performance. For the front, I use Essex AP Racing CP9660 with Ferodo DS3.12. Some noise, but if you keep them clean, you are fine.

 

[Evox787]

Have you tried the paragon p3s for the rear? I was looking on the unity performance website and there's one particularly scalding review on the p3s that mentions switching to the akebono's. I can handle brake nosie, but also won't know until I try

No, I haven’t. I’m going to stick with Akebono because it fits my daily driving style, doesn’t leave messy dust on the wheels, and isn’t very expensive. Plus, I don’t have to worry about paying the JDM tax just because!

 

[Chilly613]

I just ordered a set of Akebono ACT1878 ceramic pads for the rear to try since they've been highly recommended on a few forums and FB groups, surprised how low the price is for them.

I'm currently using Dixcel M pads, but I got brake squeal at low speeds and its coming from the rear. I took the pads out to inspect the other day, pads seem to be wearing fine with a lot of pad left, but I saw the coating on the shims that come with the pads just shredded. Should've taken a picture.

Rock Auto has them for $44
https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=9895476&cc=0&pt=1684&jsn=466

 

[qingcong]

For the rear I use Girodisc rotors and Paragon PBP1557 Brake Pads. No brake noise. Amazing performance. For the front, I use Essex AP Racing CP9660 with Ferodo DS3.12. Some noise, but if you keep them clean, you are fine.

How long have you had the Girodisc rotors and how are they holding up as far as corrosion goes on the non-swept parts?

 

[HondaHoon]

How long have you had the Girodisc rotors and how are they holding up as far as corrosion goes on the non-swept parts?

Holding up great. No corrosion.

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