Doing the Power stop pads and rotor upgrade

tonynap · Jul 21, 2022

buckeyexx said:
Power Stop K5458-36 Power Stop Z36 Truck and Tow Brake Upgrade Kits | Summit Racing

Free Shipping - Power Stop Z36 Truck and Tow Brake Upgrade Kits with qualifying orders of $109. Shop Brake Rotor and Pad Combos at Summit Racing.

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Just ordered the powerstop z36 tow and haul pads with vented and slotted rotors. The one thing besides the transmission in this truck I have never really cared for are the brakes. I have 161k on it now and the rotors have never been replaced that I can see. I removed the star clips that are installed at the factory to hold the rotors on to know this. Pretty impressed with the way they have held up and still are doing good at this point but I can’t stand the soft feeling pedal. I did replace the fronts with the Wagner pads a while back but didn’t seem to help so I figured I would just upgrade all four.

I installed the Power Stop (KC2164A-36 Front & Rear Z36) Truck and Tow Brake Kit with Calipers, and I am very happy with the result.

CHRISTJR · Jul 21, 2022

You might also want to upgrade from OEM to braided stainless brake lines. I did the pads and calipers and did notice improvement, but later did the brake hoses ...that was when the magic happened. Just FYI... I agree that drilled is mostly for looks. Slotted has the greatest effect on performance IMO.

HarryHL · Jul 21, 2022

Putting power stop on your truck is probably the best decision you’ll ever make! The key to success with them, is following the break in procedure. Follow it closely.

Thomas Haslam · Jul 21, 2022

I put this package on my truck a few months ago and I absolutely love them the only way to go

farout75 · Jul 21, 2022

I have almost 110,00 miles in my 17 1500. all stock. I have been very pleased with OE and I intend to replace the brakes when they need done with OE. If something works we;; I leave it as it was.

Matt ott · Jul 21, 2022

I installed both front and rear Power Stop pads on my 16 Powerwagon and it really made braking much quicker and with less peddle pressure, the brakes always felt spongy even after i changed brake fluid, never liked the brakes , but better with power stop pads front and rear with stock rotors..

demonram · Jul 21, 2022

CrasherAsher said:
I bought my truck back in 2014 its one of the first thing I did. No regrts! they hold up really well. Just be careful on that first stop they grab weird the first couple times. I had some thoughts about upgrading the calipers but I think that is bit overkill... idk have you guys considered it?

I put those same rotors and pads on my 2011 Sport, and I'm either proud to say, or ashamed, I'm not sure which, they have been on it for 6-7 years, and still look good. I just recently ordered new pads for it and will get them on as soon as we get settled from moving. Great rotors and pads.

CrasherAsher · Jul 21, 2022

@demonram, yea i am pretty sure the same for me. I installed them i think in 2015 and i am pretty sure they are the same pads. but that being said my dad has 2009 2500 diesel and he used to haul camper trailers and quite literally did laps across the USA. I think over 300k miles still on original OEM brakes and pads. he bought his truck not far from mine.

426power · Jul 22, 2022

I put these on a year ago. The best upgrade I have done. Worth every penny.

GsRAM · Jul 24, 2022

Thanks for the report. I agree, while I dont expect sports car type braking from my 7k lb truck, i don't feel the stock brakes have the power/ grip I think they should, even running empty.

buckeyexx · Jul 24, 2022

GsRAM said:
Thanks for the report. I will agree, while I dont expect sports car type braking from my 7k lb truck, i don't feel thenstock brakes don't have the power/ grip I think they should, even running empty.

I’ll find out once I can beat these rotors off. They are giving me a work out. Lol

HEMIMANN · Jul 24, 2022

buckeyexx said:
I’ll find out once I can beat these rotors off. They are giving me a work out. Lol

Without a hydraulic puller, not sure imma want this job. We pulled the hub of son's Chevy Colorado and had to use a bottle jack rigged to a bar steel push arm. Even after PB Blaster for days.

Talking to a local auto shop, they said Ram HD is a beetch to get apart in rust belt states if it's been awhile.

Glen OS · Jul 25, 2022

I did the Z36 kit including the calipers last year and love them. Firm pedal and great stopping. I am an aggressive driver so went with the 36 instead of the 23

RPM666 · Jul 25, 2022

HEMIMANN said:
I was thinking of going with the PS Z23 moderate package when the time comes, which has ceramic pads instead of carbon fiber ceramic pads in the Z36 tow package. I'm not using the truck to tow through mountainous terrain, so good enough?

Thoughts?

I have the Z23's on my 2012 RAM for several years, they are awesome. I have the Z36's on my car and they squeal for the first few minutes of driving. Next pad change I'll be using the 23's on the car too.

flinkpoyd01 · Jul 25, 2022

I installed the z36 package front and rear on my 2014 Longhorn 4 months ago and absolutely love it- no regrets. I regularly tow a 5k camper up and down the mountains of Utah (and just pulled it out here to San Diego yesterday) and these brakes give so much more confidence than the stock rotors and pads that were on it previously.

Followed the bedding process to a “t” and no issues whatsoever.

BroncoLar · Jul 25, 2022

I went with the Z36 complete kit.Cause my pickup is lifted 6” and with 37x12.5-20’s,it was scary trying to stop .It’s great now and it looks great.They are still holding up great 4 years now.

winall2001 · Jul 25, 2022

2016 Ram 1500 5.7L
Did first brake /rotor replacement in April at 133K. Decided to upgrade to the PS Z36 with slotted rotors. Bought on Amazon at great price. Good decision. Truck stops on a dime, smooth as glass. After replacing brakes I noticed slight wheel hub noise so decided to replace the hubs with Timkens. Of course had to pull pads, calipers and rotors off again so unique opportunity to inspect and reinstall the brakes. They were in perfect shape and with new wheel hubs vehicle drives and stops better than new with 136K miles. If waffling on whether to go with the Z36 extreme truck & tow v. alternative, don't worry. You won't be disappointed.

bear52 · Jul 25, 2022

Every vehicle I own, when it's time for brakes/rotors, I put the Powerstop slotted and drilled with pads. My DW thinks the road between our house and Wal Mart is Watkins Glen, but even she can't wear them out. I figure I've saved a lot of money putting these on as opposed to the junk at the local Auto Parts stores.

CheechDogg.0n37s · Jul 25, 2022

BroncoLar said:
I went with the Z36 complete kit.Cause my pickup is lifted 6” and with 37x12.5-20’s,it was scary trying to stop .It’s great now and it looks great.They are still holding up great 4 years now.

Exactly why i went with the z36 myself lol ..sometimes especially down hill some ridge racer would cut me off and braking was not very comforting lol ... now braking is smooth and effortless for my truck

Regcabguy · Jul 27, 2022

buckeyexx said:
Power Stop K5458-36 Power Stop Z36 Truck and Tow Brake Upgrade Kits | Summit Racing

Free Shipping - Power Stop Z36 Truck and Tow Brake Upgrade Kits with qualifying orders of $109. Shop Brake Rotor and Pad Combos at Summit Racing.

www.summitracing.com

Just ordered the powerstop z36 tow and haul pads with vented and slotted rotors. The one thing besides the transmission in this truck I have never really cared for are the brakes. I have 161k on it now and the rotors have never been replaced that I can see. I removed the star clips that are installed at the factory to hold the rotors on to know this. Pretty impressed with the way they have held up and still are doing good at this point but I can’t stand the soft feeling pedal. I did replace the fronts with the Wagner pads a while back but didn’t seem to help so I figured I would just upgrade all four.

I've had them for two yrs now and they are a seat of the pants improvement over very competent Ram brakes. I have the diesel and they improve the whoa factor. Be sure and bed them in per manufacturer's instructions. It's VERY important.

Doing the Power stop pads and rotor upgrade

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