Thanks!
Did you notice any performance difference on the two rotors? I know you wanted to get max performance with towing with your dmax but, just curious if you noticed any worthwhile normal driving performance differences between the two.
Well, the thing there is that honestly I would be comparing apples to oranges with the difference in weight, etc. But the short answer is, not really. Both set ups perform amazingly well. Better than I would have expected actually. I honestly believe that the main advantage to running the Premiums on a Tahoe/Yukon/Burb/etc would be overall longevity.
That being said, the key to long brake life in these trucks is to stay on top of the fluids, brake fluid and power steering fluid break down faster than any other fluid in the vehicle. With hydroboost equipped trucks, you should ALWAYS perform a full flush of the power steering fluid as well as the brake fluid whenever installing new rotors and pads to ensure that you get the best possible results. As the ps fluid wears out you will begin to notice a softer pedal that gives the impression of "fading", meaning it takes more pedal power to actually stop, but once you reflush the ps fluid, you will have the full pedal feel back.
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last question...
real difference in ceramic and the extended life pads?
Extended life pads are harder and have a mostly metallic composition. The name is actually misleading, when using the Ceramics on the drilled and slotted rotors, etc. They should last as long as if not longer than the extended life pads in my opinion, mainly because of creating less heat than the harder pads. The Ceramic pads will also create less dusting on the rims.
