SRT6 Rotex, Slotted Rotors & SB Brakeline Install Pics

[BrianBrave]

Here are some installation pictures of the Rotex Gold pads, slotted rotors & Goodridge braided brake lines I Installed on my SRT6 last weekend. BTW - I refilled the brake system with ATE SuperBlue Racing Fluid.

I do noticed (just) a little more bite when I first apply the brakes (after initial seating) but the dust is WAY down and the dimpled & slotted rotors whooosh (but mostly for looks)!

The SB brake lines and racing fluid are for peace of mind should I ever get into a situation where I need the added performance.

I decided on blue for the caliper paint because I felt red would be too much for the Aero Blue Coupe and I think it came out OK. Better then the stock black plus I got a couple of positive comments but know they not the "norm". Perhaps the next brake job I will break the calipers down have them powder coated silver.

There are more pics in my gallery.

[VALKRYDERGUY]

Looks great!! As the saying goes "you can stop on a dime".

[DntXme]

Which goodridge PN did you use for your srt-6?

[BrianBrave]

Originally Posted by DntXme

Which goodridge PN did you use for your srt-6?

#G-R170Clear - same for any year or model Crossfire.

Price Each: $135 + $7 shipping.

http://www.formymercedes.com/mb_results.asp?model=R170&class=slk-class&category=Goodridge+Stainless+Steel+Braided+B rakelines

Forum Member "04fire" purchased for less - here is a copy of his post:

They must have raised the price... the cheapest I found were $103.30 shipped.

Rolling Start Auto
(MFR Part #: 34040)
http://www.rsautoparts.com/

[stallion8797]

What size rotors and can these be put on a base crossfire?

[acrispy1]

Nice work.

[BrianBrave]

Originally Posted by stallion8797

What size rotors and can these be put on a base crossfire?

The SRT has larger rotors and calipers then the base/limited and brake parts (except brake lines) are not interchangeable. Forum member HDDP converted his base XF to use SRT brakes and rotors. You can find his post on the forum.

There a lots of aftermarket options for Drilled/Slotted/Dimpled rotors for the base/limited. Very little options for the SRT.

Front Brakes
SRT-6 = 13" X 1.25" Vented with Dual Piston Calipers
Base = 11.8" X 1.1" Vented with Single Piston Calipers

Rear Brakes
SRT-6 = 11.8" X .87" Vented with Opposed Piston Calipers
Base = 10.9" X .35" Solid with Opposed Piston Calipers

[Sidez]

Looks great! 2 questions what is the purpose of the Brakeline and has it fulfilled it's purpose?

[xfire2005]

Really nice looking!

[BrianBrave]

Originally Posted by Sidez

Looks great! 2 questions what is the purpose of the Brakeline and has it fulfilled it's purpose?

Eliminate line expansion, increase pedal response and feel and added strength (just-in-case).

Yes, the brakes do feel slightly more responsive.

I originally planed to just replace the brake pads with the Rotex Gold, but the rotors needed to be resurfaced and I wanted to eliminate the rust factor.

Then, for only $75 more I could get them dimpled and slotted.

Then, I did not like the black calipers and pulled them off to paint.

Then I thought, might as well do the brake lines since the calipers are off.

Then I thought, now I need new brake fluid, might as well use ATE Superblue.

Then... my wallet was empty!

[Daniel Root]

Hey Brian looks great except the blue part haha. Can you call me I may get a SRT6 this week Silver blue! Want to sell my lenses back? Haha! The emblems look great!!!

[MMZ_TimeLord]

Excellent... looks somewhat familiar...

[bobs]

BrianBrave, is that CARPET in your garage? Man, I thought Andrew kept things clean, but you take the prize!

[BrianBrave]

Originally Posted by bobs

BrianBrave, is that CARPET in your garage? Man, I thought Andrew kept things clean, but you take the prize!

That's my living room. XF just squeezes thru the front double doors. The kitchen counter doubles as a work bench (love that granite) and the sink makes a nice parts washer/degreaser (flows to bay?). I converted the soap dispenser to a solvent dispenser. The oven works great to bake the paint on the calipers. You won't find any silverware in my drawers; hand tools maybe. But the fridge still dispenses beer.

Now, if I could just figure how to get my XF down the hall and into the bedroom...

BTW - I think my security deposit is toast.

[SilverFox]

Originally Posted by BrianBrave

That's my living room. XF just squeezes thru the front double doors. The kitchen counter doubles as a work bench (love that granite) and the sink makes a nice parts washer/degreaser (flows to bay?). I converted the soap dispenser to a solvent dispenser. The oven works great to bake the paint on the calipers. You won't find any silverware in my drawers; hand tools maybe. But the fridge still dispenses beer.

Now, if I could just figure how to get my XF down the hall and into the bedroom...

BTW - I think my security deposit is toast.

LOTFLMAS!

Bill

[04Fire]

Brian, those brakes look kick a**! Just wait till they break in... you may lose your teeth.

[Sidez]

Originally Posted by BrianBrave

#G-R170Clear - same for any year or model Crossfire.

Price Each: $135 + $7 shipping.

http://www.formymercedes.com/mb_results.asp?model=R170&class=slk-class&category=Goodridge+Stainless+Steel+Braided+B rakelines

Forum Member "04fire" purchased for less - here is a copy of his post:

They must have raised the price... the cheapest I found were $103.30 shipped.

Rolling Start Auto
(MFR Part #: 34040)
http://www.rsautoparts.com/

Price for each brakelines is $135? + $7? or for all 4? I am planing to order a set of rims and I already have the Rotex Gold Brake pads that I have not installed, might as well do what you have done as well.

[apkano]

Looks good...


I agree...red would have been the wrong color...the blue came out sweet though, nice match!

[BrianBrave]

Originally Posted by Sidez

Price for each brakelines is 135?+7? or for all 4? I am planing to order a set of rims and I already have the Rotex Gold Brake pads that I have not installed, might as well do what you have done as well.

Price was for a set of four.