Brake Tune-up

[RandallSharp]

Hey guys, my front brakes are shot to crap on my s13 and so is my passenger ball joint. I'm on a restrictive budget, but I think I've finally put together the parts I'm going to get. Before I buy them, can I get some feedback to determine if this is the right route and worth the upgrade?

RAYBESTOS 507-1311 Control Arm/Ball Joint Assy | eBay (http://www.ebay.com/itm/RAYBESTOS-507-1311-Control-Arm-Ball-Joint-Assy-/320865102777?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Model%3A240SX&hash=item4ab50cebb9&vxp=mtr#ht_1102wt_1396)

Centric Parts 105.07000 Front Original Equipment Ceramic Pads | eBay (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Centric-Parts-105-07000-Front-Original-Equipment-Ceramic-Pads-/120836369237?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Model%3A240SX&hash=item1c2268ab55&vxp=mtr#ht_1377wt_931)

Centric Parts 121.42041 Front Disc Brake Rotor | eBay (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Centric-Parts-121-42041-Front-Disc-Brake-Rotor-/220877220077?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Model%3A240SX&hash=item336d4ee8ed&vxp=mtr#ht_1448wt_1139)

My concern with the rotors, is that it does not specify if it's for ABS or not. How do I tell? I do not have ABS.

As for the pads, I don't believe it comes with shims and I cannot find the kit it requires. Does it actually come with shims or should I avoid these for that reason?

If you were going to do this, would you recommend different parts? I would like to end up paying no more than $150 for everything.

Thanks for reading.

[KiLLeR2001]

Autozone for pads / rotors.

Duralast/Brake Rotor - Front (3215) | 1991 Nissan/Datsun 240SX 4 Cylinders M 2.4L SFI DOHC | AutoZone.com (http://www.autozone.com/autozone/parts/Duralast-Brake-Rotor-Front/1991-Nissan-Datsun-240SX/_/N-itl7lZ8knrq?itemIdentifier=48695_172993_2708_6831)

Duralast/Brake Pads - Front (MKD422) | 1991 Nissan/Datsun 240SX 4 Cylinders M 2.4L SFI DOHC | AutoZone.com (http://www.autozone.com/autozone/parts/Duralast-Brake-Pads-Front/1991-Nissan-Datsun-240SX/_/N-itl7lZ8ko29?itemIdentifier=729582_0_1610_32453)

pdm-racing.com for the control arms.

PDM Racing - Specials (http://pdm-racing.com/specials/specials.html)

[zo0d]

Go to advanceautoparts.com

I just added all your items and entered the coupon code:MA30. It came out to 125.83. You also get a $50 coupon towards your next purchase of $100 or more.

Order the parts online and then pick them up at the store.

[RandallSharp]

I can't afford $200 for the AutoZone and the nice control arms. I was looking at the specific setup because I know Centric makes StopTech and PowerSlot, so they must be of good quality. The Rotors are unbeatably priced and I was aiming for ceramic pads. As for the LCA, I know Raybestos is good stuff. So my picks were really that bad you guys would recommend FailZone items over it? :cry:

[KiLLeR2001]

I can't afford $200 for the AutoZone and the nice control arms. I was looking at the specific setup because I know Centric makes StopTech and PowerSlot, so they must be of good quality. The Rotors are unbeatably priced and I was aiming for ceramic pads. As for the LCA, I know Raybestos is good stuff. So my picks were really that bad you guys would recommend FailZone items over it? :cry:

It's not that, its just you have to be careful from what you buy on eBay. I try to limit purchases on eBay as much as possible.

The rotors you chose are actually the ABS rotors. If you note, ABS rotors have a thickness of 22mm and non-ABS have a thickness of 19.89mm or ~20mm.

[RandallSharp]

It's not that, its just you have to be careful from what you buy on eBay. I try to limit purchases on eBay as much as possible.

The rotors you chose are actually the ABS rotors. If you note, ABS rotors have a thickness of 22mm and non-ABS have a thickness of 19.89mm or ~20mm.

Well what I actually did was do all of my researching on Google and found out the part numbers on RockAuto.com. I've been desperately researching for 3 days to no avail, lol. I figure if they title it a name brand, have sold some, and have a good rating, it's probably legit. I've used eBay a good amount and I've always been satisfied.

As for the ABS thickness, that is something I was not aware of. Truly appreciate the information, I'll look for non-ABS rotors :bow:

EDIT: I found these on eBay and I've been researching them. Everyone seems happy with them. Any opinions?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/FRONT-REAR-KIT-4-PERFORMANCE-DRILLED-SLOTTED-BRAKE-ROTORS-AND-8-CERAMIC-PADS-/390399327007?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Model%3A240SX&hash=item5ae59cfb1f&vxp=mtr#ht_6325wt_1396