07+ Brake upgrade on a 00-06 NBS, is it worth it?

[ATIII]

Got it all together. I'll post pics of it all when I get them installed. CAN'T WAIT!

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[SBK RACER]

I went with EBC Yellow Stuff brake pads... Good Pads will make a big difference...

 

[MikeLade]

After removing the 26" wheels from my Escalade, the braking is much, much better with the upgraded brakes.

For $200 or so, it's really a nice upgrade.

 

[ATIII]

So here's my calipers painted up. Got a question tho before I start this swap tomorrow.

Am I ok to use DOT 3 brake fluid? The Wally has a gallon of DOT 3 for $16.00, & the DOT 3/4 shit is $15.00 a quart. So I got the gallon.

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[05Single]

Damn those came out good
Can't wait to see them installed.

So here's my calipers painted up. Got a question tho before I start this swap tomorrow.

Am I ok to use DOT 3 brake fluid? The Wally has a gallon of DOT 3 for $16.00, & the DOT 3/4 shit is $15.00 a quart. So I got the gallon.

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[kwOH]

So here's my calipers painted up. Got a question tho before I start this swap tomorrow.

Am I ok to use DOT 3 brake fluid? The Wally has a gallon of DOT 3 for $16.00, & the DOT 3/4 shit is $15.00 a quart. So I got the gallon.

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[05Single]

Sweet
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Tmi bro.
But if you must know , same situation over here.

 

[Tonyrodz]

Tmi bro.
But if you must know , same situation over here.

I think this is pretty typical for us guys. .

The older I get, the more quality time I spend in there............ Just sayin

 

[mals]

These are the parts I used in my upgrade and I couldn't be happier with the performance and lack of noise. I know there are more aggressive pads/rotors but this works for me:
Calipers:
Drivers side: ACDelco 18FR2247
Passenger side: ACDelco 18FR2246
Pads: ACDelco 17D1363CH
Rotors: ACDelco Specialty Performance 18A1705SD

David -

Thanks for posting these part numbers. The rotors are exactly what I've been looking for. I wanted something that was slotted, but didn't want to have the rotors also drilled since I will be primarily using my Yukon to tow a travel trailer.

The main question I have is that the ACDelco 17D1363CH pads keep getting flagged on Amazon and other part stores as not being compatible with the 2007+ front brake setup while the calipers and rotors do. I just want to confirm that those are the pads that you used and are working for you. I'd also be interested in hearing if you are still happy with the setup.

EDIT / UPDATE: Strangely, if change the vehicle information from 2007 to 2008 all three items, including the pads show as compatible. I guess it is a database issue that they all commonly pull from for fitment.

 

[David Paul]

David -

Thanks for posting these part numbers. The rotors are exactly what I've been looking for. I wanted something that was slotted, but didn't want to have the rotors also drilled since I will be primarily using my Yukon to tow a travel trailer.

The main question I have is that the ACDelco 17D1363CH pads keep getting flagged on Amazon and other part stores as not being compatible with the 2007+ front brake setup while the calipers and rotors do. I just want to confirm that those are the pads that you used and are working for you. I'd also be interested in hearing if you are still happy with the setup.

EDIT / UPDATE: Strangely, if change the vehicle information from 2007 to 2008 all three items, including the pads show as compatible. I guess it is a database issue that they all commonly pull from for fitment.

Good evening Thomas, yup that's the set I bought, I just checked my Amazon history. They are and have been working very well for me. Just a little dusting but never a squeal. I would buy them again. Hope this helps....

 

[mals]

Yup that's the set I bought, I just checked my Amazon history. They are and have been working very well for me. Just a little dusting but never a squeal. I would buy them again. Hope this helps....

David -

Thanks for double checking. They've all been placed in my "GMC Upgrade" Amazon Wishlist, and front brake update has been put on my mental to-do list. Glad to hear they have been working well for you.

-Mals

 

[Jeffro41]

What about the rears? Will the 07 for a 01 rear?

 

[mals]

What about the rears? Will the 07 for a 01 rear?

It was mentioned previously in this topic that the '06 and earlier actually had better rears than the '07-13, and that even if they worked they would be a downgrade. The best "stock" combo is to upgrade the front with 2007+ components, rebuild the rear with original style components, and upgrade to stainless lines during the process.

 

[ATIII]

It was mentioned previously in this topic that the '06 and earlier actually had better rears than the '07-13, and that even if they worked they would be a downgrade. The best "stock" combo is to upgrade the front with 2007+ components, rebuild the rear with original style components, and upgrade to stainless lines during the process.

What he said.


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[SBK RACER]

I would get high quality Dot 4... Get synthetic Dot 4 that has the highest boiling point... Price is not too relevant. I would not cheap out on brakes.

So here's my calipers painted up. Got a question tho before I start this swap tomorrow.

Am I ok to use DOT 3 brake fluid? The Wally has a gallon of DOT 3 for $16.00, & the DOT 3/4 shit is $15.00 a quart. So I got the gallon.

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[abishoff]

I did the upgrade on my Denali. Now I have 20" wheels and I wish I would have done the wheels first then done a big brake kit that is larger than the nnbs to fit out the inside of the wheels better. But the braking performance is definitely noticeable, especially when towing.


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[SBK RACER]

The thing is that going bigger than NNBS it's going to cost an arm and a leg... About 1/3 of what an NBS is worth...

 

[ScottyBoy]

I guess I should update this thread. I did do this upgrade a bit over a month ago. Is it worth it? I would have to say yes, especially if you need to replace your brakes anyways. I'm not sure I would want to incur the cost of the new calipers and brackets, pads, and rotors if what is on my truck is fairly new and working just fine. But since it was about time for new pads and rotors anyways, I went ahead and pulled the trigger on the upgrade. I went with the Powerstop red powder coated calipers from Rockauto, Wagner Thermoquiet Ceramic pads, and Black Zinc plated Powerstop rotors.
Yes, it does stop better and faster than the original sized brakes. Is it a night and day difference? Not really, but it IS a pretty noticable improvement in stopping this big ass SUV. So I would say it's worth it if you need to replace your brakes anyways.

 

[ATIII]

Update here as well:

So I got mine all done. Everything went on very easy, other than trying to use a garden sprayer to bleed the brakes. Ended up with brake fluid all over the floor, because it all just seeped through the master cylinder cap under pressure.

The upgrade is a night and day difference for me. I'm running 285/70/17's with 2" spacers and that combination made me have a horrible shimmy/wobble when slowing down for turns and stops. Now it stops smooth and quickly. Bled them the ol' fashioned way (2 person) and they are great. I really recommend this upgrade if you are running bigger tires or rims.

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[HiHoeSilver]

Update here as well:

So I got mine all done. Everything went on very easy, other than trying to use a garden sprayer to bleed the brakes. Ended up with brake fluid all over the floor, because it all just seeped through the master cylinder cap under pressure.

The upgrade is a night and day difference for me. I'm running 285/70/17's with 2" spacers and that combination made me have a horrible shimmy/wobble when slowing down for turns and stops. Now it stops smooth and quickly. Bled them the ol' fashioned way (2 person) and they are great. I really recommend this upgrade if you are running bigger tires or rims.

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Which rotors and calipers did you go with?