2000 S70 - Need advice for brake rotors and ceramic pads

neworleans · Post by **neworleans** » 16 Sep 2015, 11:28

Hello all,

Need to replace the rotors and pads on my S70, was looking at fcp's website where I mostly get my parts but before moving forward, wanted to get you guys opinnion. I'd like to install ceramic pads, so looking for a good combination with rotors. I would appreciate it if you guys would share your experience and thoughts regarding this.

Post by **jreed** » 17 Sep 2015, 04:56

I've got an older model ('97 855 GLT) so my experience may not be directly applicable to your S70, but I've installed Akebono ceramic pads with Volvo OEM rotors on the front wheels twice now, and I'm happy with them. No dust, no squeaks or squeals, good pad life. The other good alternative I have tried is Volvo OEM pads, but they leave more brake dust on the wheels and are not ceramic.

Post by **chrafael** » 17 Sep 2015, 07:43

I agree, Akebono Euros front and rear with Cardone reman calipers and new hoses. My v70 stops just fine.

neworleans · Post by **neworleans** » 17 Sep 2015, 11:05

Thanks guys, I wasn't planning on replacing the hoses and calipers but I think it wouldn't be a bad idea.

Post by **regent** » 17 Sep 2015, 11:25

If I may chip in, I have put the akebono + Brembo combination on my '02 S60 n/a twice already. The ceramic pads require a little bit more force to 'bite' the harder rotors than the stock ones. To me that is ignorable, and the longevity plus cleanliness with akebonos is quite a benefit.
For a 'teenager' with ~160k on the clock, the hydraulic hoses look nice but I am changing them now as preventive maintenance.