Bitching@AEM (big brake kit)
 

First of all, I want to start by stating that I have used my powerslot rotors for over 60k without any problem and I should have buy a new pair of new powerslots instead of changing to AEM big brake kit.

I purchased the brake kit for my 96 integra on Nov 02. After 6months of usage, my car started to shake everytime i laid my foot on the brake. I called AEM for help and they suggested me to resurface those rotors. After paying $40 dollars to resurface them, the vibration went away for 2 months. I know the problem was caused by any installation procedures because I am very familiar with installing brakes after working at Wheel works for two years and installed countless new brakes on diff cars.

I have sent my rotors back to AEM for warranty a week ago(cost me $30 to mail it back) and I have still yet receivie my replacement even tho the person said it will only take them about 2 days to look at the rotors and replace the broken parts.

My point is, aside from the extra $70dollars I paid for the resurface and mailing fees; this brake kit isn't exactly cheap. This kit has been giving me nothing but hell. Now that AEM is replacing the rotors, I will have to buy new pads since the old AEM pads (another $70) were messed up by the old rotors(the whole pad doesnt sit onto the rotor). With all these extra costs, I'd think i would be better off getting a real big brake upgrade kit at first.

Also its inconvenient for people to have their car sitting on jack stands for over a week. I sent it back with two day mail because I am trying to get the parts back ASAP but AEM keep on lagging on the replacement. https://honda-tech.com/forums/images/smilies/mad.gif

Re: Bitching@AEM (tlclee)
 

did you break them in properly? the larger rotor should hold up to heat and abuse better than any stock sized rotor but if not broken in right you will have problems

Re: Bitching@AEM (tlclee)
 

Call AEM and talk to Kirk. Explain your problems and see what he'll do for you.

In my experience, AEM has been very understanding of situations like these.

Re: Bitching@AEM (newgsrdriver)
 

Aem is a great company. who else backs their parts with lifetime warranties in the U.S.

Re: Bitching@AEM (au-gsr)
 

aem https://honda-tech.com/forums/images/smilies/emthup.gif https://honda-tech.com/forums/images/smilies/embeer.gif https://honda-tech.com/forums/images...s/emcocktl.gif

Re: Bitching@AEM (au-gsr)
 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by au-gsr &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Aem is a great company. who else backs their parts with lifetime warranties in the U.S.</TD></TR></TABLE>

Especially high-performance parts

Re: Bitching@AEM (tlclee)
 

http://www.fastbrakes.com

better brake kits ARE available. AEM big brake kit is just for "BLING".

AEM can lick my balls. sorry to hear about your dilema.

Re: Bitching@AEM (GSRacer1)
 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by GSRacer1 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

Especially high-performance parts </TD></TR></TABLE>

High performance and aem "big brake" kits dont go together.

If you more braking performance go with some regular blanks and more aggressive pads and fluid.

How did you resurface drilled/slotted rotors??

Re: Bitching@AEM (Fac3Man)
 

If you are serious about braking, these are the best available for 4x100 Hondas. Unless $2000 for a Brembo kit is more you're style...

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...a/fc373bdd.jpg

Wilwood Dynalites. $680 from Summit Racing. More racing history and technology can be found in these brakes than AEM could ever dream of.

Re: Bitching@AEM (Fac3Man)
 

yeah but they have to work better than stock, when it comes to brake rotors bigger is always better

Re: Bitching@AEM (tlclee)
 

Yah, I have always wondered about how to resurface those cross drilled / slotted rotors. Is that even possible?

Re: Bitching@AEM (JDMDA9)
 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by JDMDA9 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">If you are serious about braking, these are the best available for 4x100 Hondas. Unless $2000 for a Brembo kit is more you're style...

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...a/fc373bdd.jpg

Wilwood Dynalites. $680 from Summit Racing. More racing history and technology can be found in these brakes than AEM could ever dream of. </TD></TR></TABLE>

how big are those rotors?

Re: Bitching@AEM (kendogg)
 

i had someone resurface mine before.

Re: Bitching@AEM (95gsr)
 

I have also had my cross-drilled rotors re-surfaced before. https://honda-tech.com/forums/images/smilies/emthup.gif

Re: Bitching@AEM (kendogg)
 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by kendogg &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

how big are those rotors?</TD></TR></TABLE>

12.19"

Re: Bitching@AEM (JDMDA9)
 

you sure you havent been doing some high speed highway serious braking?? 130 mph stops will kill your rotors in no time.

Re: Bitching@AEM (philafelman)
 

well i have a set on the way for my WRX, and ill be upgrading my rears to the Outback 11.4" so i will comment on the difference when its all done

Re: Bitching@AEM (JeremyL)
 

my friend had them on his eg, they are so big, they work bomb though, and look tight

Re: Bitching@AEM (nospeedlimit143)
 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by nospeedlimit143 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">http://www.fastbrakes.com

better brake kits ARE available. AEM big brake kit is just for "BLING".

AEM can lick my balls. sorry to hear about your dilema.</TD></TR></TABLE>


This is my Upgrade to ITR Spec:

http://www.we-todd-did-racing.com/we...ZmQzMXk1NDE%3D


Stock vs ITR
http://www.we-todd-did-racing.com/we...ZmQzMXk1NDE%3D


Brian is a cool ass guy!

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Re: Bitching@AEM (integra-modder)
 

im sure there are better kits available yes this is not being denied or questioned

but someone logically tell me why a larger rotor will hurt braking performance?

Re: Bitching@AEM (JeremyL)
 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by JeremyL &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">im sure there are better kits available yes this is not being denied or questioned

but someone logically tell me why a larger rotor will hurt braking performance?</TD></TR></TABLE>

If you didnt upgrade the caliper along with the rotor then you might run into problems...

Re: Bitching@AEM (integra-modder)
 

arent you meant to have your rotors cut when changing brake pads anyway?

Why are you complaining?

Re: Bitching@AEM (integra-modder)
 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by integra-modder &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

If you didnt upgrade the caliper along with the rotor then you might run into problems...</TD></TR></TABLE>

what kind of problems?

Re: Bitching@AEM (integra-modder)
 

How did you upgrade your brakes to ITR specs. Doesn't ITR use 5 lug wheels?

Re: Bitching@AEM (variable_x)
 

you get the rotors redrilled for 4lug pattern