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Advice wanted
I'm new here and we just got 02 Tahoe yes that is used. 4x4 5.3l V8
Body is in great shape the under needs work.
We got this to pull our camper 19 footer 3,500lbs. My ford explorer sport wasn't strong enough for Vermont.
I'm wondering when I replace the pads and rotors (two Pads per wheel)
Is there one type that I should think about getting that wont break the bank? And is it worth it for safety more then money?
Is there ones that I should keep away from? We are hoping to drive out west if we sell our land or part of it.
Brake lines may have to be done the same time maybe not today. but soon I'm sure before we travel too far.
That's it for now I have many more questions to come, didn't want to make this too long.
Thanks for reading and for any advice I will be getting. TY
Body is in great shape the under needs work.
We got this to pull our camper 19 footer 3,500lbs. My ford explorer sport wasn't strong enough for Vermont.
I'm wondering when I replace the pads and rotors (two Pads per wheel)
Is there one type that I should think about getting that wont break the bank? And is it worth it for safety more then money?
Is there ones that I should keep away from? We are hoping to drive out west if we sell our land or part of it.
Brake lines may have to be done the same time maybe not today. but soon I'm sure before we travel too far.
That's it for now I have many more questions to come, didn't want to make this too long.
Thanks for reading and for any advice I will be getting. TY
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Welcome to the Forum.
You may get several opinions on how to and how much money to spend on brakes. There are several types of Pads, and Rotors, most of which are of good quality. I personally elect to use a standard Pad, and replace it more frequently, than get a Metallic which take a toll on Rotors. The only time I would consider Ceramic or other special types, is if the conditions were very severe, which you have not indicated.
Remember...
You need to use Steel replacement Brake Lines.
Use the "LT" type tire when replacing. ("C" load rating should do for the load you have indicated you'll tow)
Your 4WD and ABS require you to have all 4 tires the same size.
When buying "towing" parts, don't buy anything with less that a 7000 lb rating. (hitch/*****/other)
FYI, Recreational Trailers usually have 15% of their total weight on the Tongue.
If you have a 1/2 ton vehicle (6 lug wheels) that means you are putting about 350 lbs on the hitch, leaving you 650 lbs for you, fuel and cargo.
When choosing a Hitch, do a mockup load (vehicle and trailer), and select an offset that places the Trailer level or tilted slightly forward.
Your tires will last and perform at their best, when using pressures at or within 10% of their Maximum Cold Inflation Pressure. That pressure is stamped on the sidewall of the tires.
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You may get several opinions on how to and how much money to spend on brakes. There are several types of Pads, and Rotors, most of which are of good quality. I personally elect to use a standard Pad, and replace it more frequently, than get a Metallic which take a toll on Rotors. The only time I would consider Ceramic or other special types, is if the conditions were very severe, which you have not indicated.
Remember...
You need to use Steel replacement Brake Lines.
Use the "LT" type tire when replacing. ("C" load rating should do for the load you have indicated you'll tow)
Your 4WD and ABS require you to have all 4 tires the same size.
When buying "towing" parts, don't buy anything with less that a 7000 lb rating. (hitch/*****/other)
FYI, Recreational Trailers usually have 15% of their total weight on the Tongue.
If you have a 1/2 ton vehicle (6 lug wheels) that means you are putting about 350 lbs on the hitch, leaving you 650 lbs for you, fuel and cargo.
When choosing a Hitch, do a mockup load (vehicle and trailer), and select an offset that places the Trailer level or tilted slightly forward.
Your tires will last and perform at their best, when using pressures at or within 10% of their Maximum Cold Inflation Pressure. That pressure is stamped on the sidewall of the tires.
We love questions, keep um coming
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