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Originally Posted by boostedka
My ‘04 front end needs some refreshing along with new brakes all around. For brakes I am debating between OEM pads and rotors or Brembo UV coated rotors with Akebono pads for about $200 less. Any comments on either set up?
For UCA, I’m debating finding some slighty used 5th gen arms or getting something aftermarket like Freedom off-road or JBA. I currently have Dobinsons 2” springs up front on 5100’s with Dobinsons 1” springs in the rear also with 5100’s.
Also, and recommendations for lower control arms??
Thanks In Advance
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For LCAs, I did 1AAuto. I can't tell a difference between them and OEM, but will have to see how they hold up.
For UCAs, with a 2" lift you could stick with something stockish. I'm not sure there is an advantage to going with a 5th gen, vs just a generic 4th gen. As to aftermarket options, there are tons. I have SPC and I'm a fan of the adjustability. Not everybody is.
For brakes, look into the 5th gen break upgrade. Helps with sticky calipers. If you just want to do an in kind upgrade, the akebono pads are great. I have centric rotors so can't speak to the rotor question.