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bigmoneycloser

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Ok,
Well, I have decided to sell my 24"x9.5 wheels.
If I can find a buyer(shouldn't be difficult)
The plan is to find a really nice set of 22x9 or 22x9.5 that will allow a 14 or 16 inch break kit.
Gotta speak with Todd and confirm what set up will fit on my truck and then buy a wheel to fit the brakes....
It's a hassle, the big brake kit will look good and should be a big performance upgrade..

Let's hope for a quick local sale...


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Not quite sure why a 24' wheel would not be able to fit a 16' rotor, but a 22' would....Maybe you know much more than i do?
 
I was never big into cars/trucks..... But being on this site... No all I think about is mod'n my truck and what is next...
Soon this will be almost as bad as my motorcycle issues...lol
Good thing, the money tree is still rockin....lol
 
The 24" wheel has a deep lip so the spokes on the wheel bend into it, which causes clearance issues and won't allow a larger than stock rotor/caliper...
And if I'm gonna change the wheels, having a larger side wall with a 22" is more ideal for the type of mods I am doing...
 
EcoBrick Bob said:
Why??
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Don't get me wrong, I love your ride (I actually voted for it). Many of us here have the mod bug, me the first (well BDP first ok, ok lol).
I was just wondering why you wanted to spend about what 6K$ on brakes alone. They look nice for sure, but isn't it expensive for just the look? I would understand if someone would bring his car to the track, but that won't be your case... So I was just wondering why.
I always found that mod very expensive and can't justify it for me, so I would appreciate what motivates you. Even if you have the money, there are a lot of things that can be done before that (in life or on the truck)...
That is a friendly question and by no mean a judgement... The heck, have I not spent a lot on my 2010 and I am doing the same on this new one too and I could be doing so mNy other things with that monaey, but you're right, this forum is a bad/good influence ;)
 
... and while at it: 22-24" rims and tires must be another 3-6K$?
So that's about 10k$ just for wheels and brakes for a truck that won't be going racing on a circuit...
But it surely looks good! Lol cool!
 
I would start with better pads.  Softer pads create dust but will definitely help stopping, like the Stop Tech pads I have on the front.  Much cheaper alternative.  Many times better brake systems only help when you are repeatedly braking, like in autocross. For instance... The Pontiac G8 GXP came with Brembo fronts and their initial stopping distance was slightly longer from 60.  But after a couple panic stops they were far better at eliminating fade.  I have never experienced any brake fade at the strip with my Flex, and at times have made as many as 10 runs in an hour when it wasn't busy.
 
It could also be the size of the wheel causing braking issues.

Depends on how heavy they actually are of course. 


But a bit more weight around the barrel creates significant inertia differences that the brakes must overcome, so it will seem like they are less efficient and indeed they are.  I think it isn't necessarily the weight of the wheel, but may be the weight of the barrel of the wheel itself.

I felt this when I went from my 18's to my 20" Foose setup on my 2010, but felt it much LESS when I went from 18's to forged 3 piece wheels on my 2013.  I think it is because the forged barrel is much lighter than a cast wheel barrel, even though the 22's weigh more overall.  This is just a theory though.

You could go 24's but consider a forged barrel option, to get the best of both worlds.  OR go 22 and do the same, maybe. 
 
I take no offense to anyone's question.  The simple answer is this.... I love the look and I have the money. Im very fortunate and it's not an either or thing...I just like to enjoy my money while I am alive... As long as my bills are paid, kids college funds paid into, and plenty of money going into savings.... I say enjoy some of that money too...
Thx
 
Sorry guys, I have a wife and three girls.... I can't afford anymore dependents...lol
I did have the 6K HID's for the head and fog lights done today along with all interior replaced with LED's..
Looks really nice...
 
Some folks just don't seem to get it ......  Some DO .....
I went with The TCE Wilwood  Brake Kit for TWO reasons  , Yes because it LOOKS Great , but also because aftermarket pads and rotors will  not even come close to giving the braking Power that a true BIG BRAKE KIT can deliver on .  Yes its a big investment but not 6K, more like $4500.00.


2013 Taurus SHO
Corsa catback exhaust w/5" MBRP Tips
AirAid CAI
Giovanna Mecca 22"×9" +38 offset Wheels
TCE Wilwood Brakes front and rear
More to come .....
 
kbeck59 said:
Some folks just don't seem to get it ......  Some DO .....
I went with The TCE Wilwood  Brake Kit for TWO reasons  , Yes because it LOOKS Great , but also because aftermarket pads and rotors will  not even come close to giving the braking Power that a true BIG BRAKE KIT can deliver on .  Yes its a big investment but not 6K, more like $4500.00.


2013 Taurus SHO
Corsa catback exhaust w/5" MBRP Tips
AirAid CAI
Giovanna Mecca 22"×9" +38 offset Wheels
TCE Wilwood Brakes front and rear
More to come .....
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Then I think a test should be in order. Lets see how many feet $4500.00 gets you. I'd bet upgraded stock pads, rotors, and some lightweight wheels will do the same (maybe better) for much less cash.

This only applies to 2013+ though. 2010-12 brakes were garbage.
 
FoMoCoSHO said:
kbeck59 said:
Some folks just don't seem to get it ......  Some DO .....
I went with The TCE Wilwood  Brake Kit for TWO reasons  , Yes because it LOOKS Great , but also because aftermarket pads and rotors will  not even come close to giving the braking Power that a true BIG BRAKE KIT can deliver on .  Yes its a big investment but not 6K, more like $4500.00.


2013 Taurus SHO
Corsa catback exhaust w/5" MBRP Tips
AirAid CAI
Giovanna Mecca 22"×9" +38 offset Wheels
TCE Wilwood Brakes front and rear
More to come .....
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Then I think a test should be in order. Lets see how many feet $4500.00 gets you. I'd bet upgraded stock pads, rotors,  and some lightweight wheels will do the same (maybe better) for much less cash.

This only applies to 2013+ though. 2010-12 brakes were garbage.
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It all boils down to this....
I'm not looking for the most bang for my buck or a budget... First, it will LOOK Great! Second, it has performance increases...(no matter how big or small, compared to stock or not) Last, if you have the $$$, then why the hell not!!
Don't want to sound like an asshole, I'm not rich but I do well... And everyone's perception of what a lot of $$$ is, is controlled be their own financial situation...so what's a lot of money to me, might be change to someone else..

So let's all enjoy the hard earned money spent by others and see how the mod turns out...you might be next on the list..
 
What DVD sets did you go with? Were they replacement headrest everything built in or did your shop custom install them?
I checked two places locally and one was no help at all while the other had only a single option to pick from. They wouldn't do any custom installs just the replacement units.
What ever happened to doing custom jobs? Maybe it's just my area. =[
 
I'm not sure what brand. I'll have to check. They were not custom. They were bought as replacements.
So far they are very nice and no issues.
 
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