Just wrapped up a few days of mountain driving, the first since I bought my 2008 Suburban. Truck did well on some very winding, up and down mountain two-lane roads. While it's easy to understand why it doesn't brake or handle like a sports car, I did come away feeling a little underwhelmed with how the current brakes slowed the vehicle going into tighter turns. Heat buildup wasn't an issue, I just wanted more grab.
The current brakes and rotors were on the truck when I purchased it early this year. I assume they are OE or perhaps even lesser quality. Also, this is the trruck I sometimes tow our 4200 lb. travel trailer with. The trailer has its own brakes and the current setup on the truck has been pretty adequate for that application, even in the mountains.
All that said, any suggestions on what to buy when upgrading? If the rotors aren't warped and remain in spec, is replacing those essential? Do pads make a bigger difference than rotors when it comes to performance?
Thanks a lot. There are many brake options for this truck, so I welcome any suggestions.
The current brakes and rotors were on the truck when I purchased it early this year. I assume they are OE or perhaps even lesser quality. Also, this is the trruck I sometimes tow our 4200 lb. travel trailer with. The trailer has its own brakes and the current setup on the truck has been pretty adequate for that application, even in the mountains.
All that said, any suggestions on what to buy when upgrading? If the rotors aren't warped and remain in spec, is replacing those essential? Do pads make a bigger difference than rotors when it comes to performance?
Thanks a lot. There are many brake options for this truck, so I welcome any suggestions.