Good lookin' out Fuman!!
Is there any reason as to why Mazda didn't use vented rotors for the rear?
Link for cross drilled rotors anyone?
2005 Mazda 3i GS 5spd, Carbon Grey Mica, 93 500km, Shell V-Power 91 Octane or Sunoco Ultra 94, Mobil 1 5w20, Myguide GPS, K&N Air Filter.
Updated P/N for the rear PBR XBG Semi-metallic pad is D1150M
Teg
1991 Taurus SHO
1994 Taurus SHO
2002 GTI 1.8T
2007 Mazda3 GS
I have 9 sets of HPS Mazda 3 front and rear pads instock if you guys are interested
www.nextmod.com
Monday - Friday 12-8pm
Saturday 12-5pm
290 Yorktech Dr. Unit 27 Markham Ontario email me at Jon@nextmod.com
416-800-9139
My rear rotors went first and I asked at the dealership about it and they told me that the the rears usually go first on the the 3 due to the brake force distribution.
Anyone looking for some cross-drilled rotors should check this thread out as they've been getting pretty good reviews: http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/sh...t=30980&page=4
lots of HPS pads for the Mazda 3's are instock
My Hawks pads are about 50-60%, but the rotors i magnum rotors i purchased from nextmod, are rusty and practically done (50-55K KM usage).
MY oem lasted up to 75-85K KM (front and rears)
Anyone tried these from kijiji for the mazda 3? 2.0
http://toronto.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehi...AdIdZ392068587
http://toronto.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehi...AdIdZ391104587
2006 Black Mica Sedan GS Sports Package
2003 BMW E46 325CI - Sold - fun car
2007 Suzuki GSXR600 - even more fun toy - sold
2007 Grey GT Leather 2.3 Hatchback - Parting out - Msg for details - RIP
Current ride? - hehe one unique small SUV in manual with turbo guess
Same thing on ebay
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/2004-2012-MAZ...#ht_3417wt_808
Has anyone bought these?
Just got Akebono EUR1095 EURO for the rear and Akebono ProAct for the front Will see how it goes
Current: 2021 Audi A5; 2008 Saab 9-3; 2003 Acura RSX Base
Previous: 2015 Mazda 3 GT Hatchback; 2008 Mazda 3 GT Hatchback
is anyone running these?
http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/more...551&cc=1442061
I'll be in the US to pick them up and the price looks good. Building a set of generic is either the same or even more expensive.
I know the slotted/drilled isn't necessary but that's the way they come.
Mike:
2012 Volvo XC60 R-Design
2008.5 Mazda 3 Sport GT (sold)
2003 Mazdaspeed Protege #143 (sold)
I was told on my last service that my brake pads are done. I have a safety inspection coming up so double the reason to get these fixed. I have a Mazda 3 GX 2008 and was told that it will cost be approximately $400 + tax by the service shop. I want to get these myself and online as I assume that will be cheaper. I want the basic stuff, any links to what will suffice?
Thanks a bunch
Hi all,
Sorry noobie here. I was told I need to get my front brake pads and rotors changed. Looking for recommendations on what to get. Just a daily driver nothing crazy performance needed. Should I buy OEM parts?
Thanks
You have some choices.
- Max brakes. Fairly reasonable prices. It mostly has good reviews.
- dealership with TM3 discount. OEM is not cheap even with the discount but many members recommend them.
- Nextmod rotors and pads. OEM type. Generally good reviews. Although I think I heard the price went up or they switched to a more expensive brand.
- AC Delco. I just got my front rotors and pads replaced with AC Delco premium coated rotors and premium ceramic pads. Rotors don't rust like the OEM ones. Got a 10% discount on parts and labour from the shop that I used in Richmond Hill. Happy with them.
- Canadian Tire/Napa/Parts Source will have cheaper and more expensive options.
- Rockauto online has some good prices.
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Last edited by Jackal; 11-05-2016 at 06:32 PM.
Thanks for the suggestions Jackal! If you don't mind, could you share how much you ended up spending? The dealership is quoting me $500+ which seems like a lot. But I have no idea what's a reasonable price.
I probably went overboard on mine but I got premium/pro grade AC Delco parts. Total was around $400 but it is better than the OEM stuff. Rotors are thicker and made of material that dissipates heat faster and coated so they won't rust. Pads are pro grade ceramic. Add 1.5 hours for labour (which should include servicing and lubricating calipers, bushings and slider pins). That's where you're paying more at the dealership. Had mine done at Lucky 8 in RH.
If you go dealership, go to an Affiliated Dealership with TM3 where you can get 20% off on parts (not labour). You will be able to save some money but ask the advisor beforehand if they can give the discount.
If you go with slightly cheaper parts from Canadian Tire or Maxbrakes - oem type front rotors and pads $125 taxes in and bring them to an independent shop and just pay the 1.5 hours of labour (1 hour is in the range of 70-80 per hour for an independent shop). So that would set you back $125-160 for parts and about $130 (labour taxes in). So you're looking at around $300 or cheaper this route.
All of these will work fine but the dealership OEM or better parts will most likely last longer than the cheaper stuff.
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Mazduh (11-08-2016)
Here's my experience. I installed new rotors + pads in June, so I have about 5k on them under all weather conditions, so I know I can safely recommend this setup for daily use.
Rotors are the Centric premium part # 120.45066 & 120.45068
Pads are the Stoptech Street performance (also made by Centric) 308.10440 & 308.10950
Pads came with all necessary gear (hardware, lube)
I left out the prices because, well, many people aren't going to drive across the border to pick up the parts, and getting them in Canada would mean a much higher cost.
But, for the record, I guess I can edit my post with the prices I paid and from where I got the parts.
Edit: well, looks like I can't edit my previous post, so I'll post the prices here.
The pads were 50$ CAD a pair including shipping to the US border from RockAuto (always google "rock auto 5% discount code" first)
The rotors were 43$ each for the fronts and 30$ each for the back, including shipping to the US border from JC Whitney (always use a coupon finder for this site)
I then paid the taxes at border crossing, so add about 40$ for that. Total cost roughly 285$
I DIY installed them, at a cost of 2 beers.
Last edited by WHO; 01-07-2018 at 11:56 PM.
max brakes is a good option. Been using max brakes for almost two years now and no issues.
Rock Auto is a good source for brake pads, but be aware of Stop Tech Street series 308, they are actually Posi-Quiet ceramic series#105 ,so you will pay premium for nothing. I returned one set thinking I will get back the correct part, nope, same thing came in the box. So, lesson learned, no Stop Tech Street anymore.
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