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Tomsusername · 05-06-2020, 05:14 PM

I toasted 2 sets of OEM pads and rotors in 37,000 miles, and just installed my 3rd a few weeks ago. However the car is a daily that sees track and auto-x, so I wouldn't call this kind of ware "normal".

Both sets of front rotors warped. And while my rear's still had life left in them, they were starting to dish.

This time, I went with DBA 4000's for the front, and added the Z/28 brake ducts for good measure. Rears are still OEM. I figure if an AC Delco part is working well, don't mess with it. lol

exothermic · 05-20-2020, 06:48 AM

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Originally Posted by VR Baron

Got about 53000 miles on my original rotors. Definitely were under spec. Includes seven years of 10-12 autocross events per each of those years. As to Pads , on third set.

I'll have the thickness measured next time I have to change pads. So far I haven't felt any fade or generated excessive heat so I just deal with it then. I'd love to autocross it but I think the wifey would take issue with the extra tubing I'd have to have...

exothermic · 05-20-2020, 07:05 AM

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Originally Posted by theragtopguy

Depends how you drive. I have 46K on the original pads and rotors and as of last inspection still have plenty of meat left on the pads. Rotors are smooth also.

I'll call it a spirited type of driving. I may not be able to get on the track but can still use the turn in and stopping capability of the car without breaking the law. Well, usually anyway. Your car looks great! I don't think I've ever seen that color.

RedTexasSS · 05-20-2020, 08:59 PM

I also partake in spirited driving. I modded it to drive it. I changed my OEM brakes last week, they were very low at 39.000 miles. I was able to resurface the rotors but will need new rotors next time.

exothermic · 05-28-2020, 07:00 AM

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Originally Posted by RedTexasSS

I also partake in spirited driving. I modded it to drive it. I changed my OEM brakes last week, they were very low at 39.000 miles. I was able to resurface the rotors but will need new rotors next time.

I mean, why else have it? Right?

km9v · 05-29-2020, 11:10 AM

I have 102K miles on the original rotors, second set of pads.

05-20-2020, 08:59 PM	#18
RedTexasSS Drives: 2012 SS Red w/ black rally stripes Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 47	I also partake in spirited driving. I modded it to drive it. I changed my OEM brakes last week, they were very low at 39.000 miles. I was able to resurface the rotors but will need new rotors next time. __________________ 2012 SS Camaro, Victory Red w/black rally stripes, SLP front splitter, ZL1 Rocker panels, ZL1 Add-ons Stealth Wickerbill, L99, Magnuson Heartbeat supercharger, 65 lb. injectors, 87 mm pulley, ZL1 fuel pump, ADM FPCM,1 7/8 Texas Speed long tube headers, v-max ported throttle body, Rotofab cold air intake with Apex scoop, Apex catch can, MSD plug wires, AEM AFR and Boost gauges, GPI SS1 VVT Cam, HP tuners with remote tune by Ryan at GPI, Solo axleback exhaust w/j pipes and stock resonator.

05-06-2020, 05:14 PM	#15
Tomsusername Drives: Velvet Blue Metallic 2015 1SS 1LE Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Boston, MA. Posts: 80	I toasted 2 sets of OEM pads and rotors in 37,000 miles, and just installed my 3rd a few weeks ago. However the car is a daily that sees track and auto-x, so I wouldn't call this kind of ware "normal". Both sets of front rotors warped. And while my rear's still had life left in them, they were starting to dish. This time, I went with DBA 4000's for the front, and added the Z/28 brake ducts for good measure. Rears are still OEM. I figure if an AC Delco part is working well, don't mess with it. lol

05-29-2020, 11:10 AM	#20
km9v Drives: 2011 Camaro SS/RS M6 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Beaumont, TX Posts: 421	I have 102K miles on the original rotors, second set of pads.