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Jul 21, 2010 | 12:31 PM

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Since I just placed the new front pads today, would it be okay to use them on new rotors if I get them soon?

Absolutely.

Jul 21, 2010 | 12:39 PM

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Should I just get cross drilled? I don't need slotted right since I'm not a too agressive driver. I also want the pads to last.

Jul 21, 2010 | 12:47 PM

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Speaking of which, John,
How's your schedule looking like this weekend? Shall we give it go with those control arms?

Looks like we are goo to go this weekend, just need to confirm if I'll be free Sat or Sun is all - but we are good

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Since I just placed the new front pads today, would it be okay to use them on new rotors if I get them soon?

Yes, you can get new rotors, just be sure to go through the full bedding procedure again so you seat the pads properly on the new rotors.

Jul 21, 2010 | 09:42 PM

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Should I just get cross drilled? I don't need slotted right since I'm not a too agressive driver. I also want the pads to last.

Well, it depends on the look you are looking for too. You might be just fine with the drilled ones but you do have Hawk pads which are much harder than OEM. I am patiently waiting for my front ones to wear so that I could get the R1 rotors (drilled & slotted). I've had them on my 4Runner before and they were great.