Which brake discs are best for the Lada Granta: TOP 6 best brake discs

Brake discs are one of the main parts of a vehicle, responsible for safety while driving, as well as for a comfortable ride. When the driver presses the brake pedal, they rub against the pads, causing the car to stop. Consequently, this element constantly experiences increased loads. In order for the part to serve for a long time, and also ensure the safety of using the vehicle, you need to choose high-quality products from trusted manufacturers. We will tell you which brake discs are best for the Lada Granta and list the TOP of the best brake discs. From among them, you can choose the best option for your car, which will completely suit you in terms of its characteristics.

Comparative characteristics

To understand which model from the rating to select for your vehicle, you need to carefully study the comparative characteristics of the models.

Table. Comparative characteristics of brake discs.

Types of brake discs

The starting material for most budget cars is chromium, magnesium, and cobalt. If there is a car in the garage that is of a higher class, capable of going from a standstill to a hundred km/h in a few seconds, then you will need carbon or ceramic products.

According to their design, they are divided into:

Ventilated

Ventilated - the two outer parts of the disk are connected to each other by special cells (cavities) through which air passes and provides better cooling of the part.

Non-ventilated

Non-ventilated - solid blank.

With perforation

The presence of perforations on the surface of the product provides additional air supply to the rubbing parts and removal of gases. During braking, the material heats up greatly, and so does the air in the space between the two parts - the pad and the disc. Heating creates an air cushion that prevents the close interaction of rubbing surfaces.

But in this seemingly positive point, there is also a negative side to perforation:

• the presence of holes leads to rapid wear of the product
• When driving in the urban cycle, where there is a moment of repeated braking, the holes become clogged with dirt. Therefore, they have to be cleaned from time to time.

Given this feature, manufacturers of brake systems began to make small channels and notches instead of holes, but this resulted in a slight decrease in useful efficiency, although the strength became better.

Composite disks

It is a product of two parts: the main ring and the hub. These two parts are connected to each other by bolts. This design provides better strength, withstands heavy loads and does not deform.

Reasons for replacing spare parts

One of the main reasons for replacing brake discs is natural wear and tear. In addition, it is recommended to install new parts instead of old elements in the following cases:

• premature failure of discs, which can be determined by deterioration in the quality of braking of the car;
• damage to product surfaces;
• deformation of spare parts.

Attention! In any of these cases, it is recommended to replace the brake discs to avoid a dangerous situation while the vehicle is moving.

Video - When to change brake discs

Where and at what price to buy?

The modern auto parts market offers a wide range of spare parts in different price categories. What to expect if we want to buy rear disc brakes for a Grant? Prices start at 13,000 rubles and go up to 20,000 rubles.

Such components are offered by brands such as: Darbis, Tornado, Ast, etc. Each manufacturer has its own pricing policy. It is worth paying attention to the fact that in the assortment of each of the above listed companies, there are kits available that differ in price.

The price depends on the purpose of the kit for a car with or without ABS, one or two-piston caliper, the quality of the material from which the brake pads and disc are made, the presence of perforations on the disc and other technical nuances of a particular brake kit.

Replacing brake discs

You can replace the brake discs yourself. The main thing is the availability of a place for work, as well as the necessary materials and tools. When performing the corresponding manipulations, you should remember that the procedure for replacing the front and rear parts of a car has some differences.

Required materials and tools

Necessary tools for replacing brake pads on a car
To replace brake discs, you will need the following materials and tools:

• the spare parts themselves;
• jack;
• wrenches designed for nuts 7, 13 and 17 mm, as well as a wheel wrench;
• torx head t12 for unscrewing and dismantling the caliper;
• lubricant;
• extension;
• ratchet;
• hammer.

Necessary materials and tools for replacing brake discs on a car

Replacing front brake discs

To replace the front elements, proceed as follows:

1. Remove the wheel and raise the vehicle using a jack.

   
   We dismantle the wheel and raise the vehicle using a jack

2. Remove the guide fasteners and swing out the brake pad to remove the old pads.

   
   We remove the guide fasteners and fold back the stupor to dismantle the old pads

3. Place the bracket on the pendant.
4. Unscrew the disk fasteners, lubricate them to facilitate dismantling, and then remove the elements - if the elements cannot be removed, carefully hit them with a hammer from the back side.

   
   Unscrew the disk fasteners

5. Install new parts and tighten fasteners.

   
   We install new spare parts and tighten fasteners

Attention! When performing the disc replacement procedure, it is also recommended to install new pads.

Replacing rear brake discs

To change the rear elements, follow these instructions:

• remove the wheel and lift the vehicle using a jack;
• remove the caliper, pads and disc;
• install new spare parts - first install the disc, then assemble the caliper and secure the pads.

Video - Replacing brake discs and pads Lada Granta

When and how to change Lada Granta brake pads

Front brake pads should be replaced when the linings have worn down to a minimum thickness of 2 mm, or have become unusable due to loss of their properties: the linings have peeled off, crumbled or become charred. On average, front pads last 15-30 thousand. km. mileage The service life of the rear clutches is on average three times greater than that of the front clutches.

In order to change the front pads on a Grant yourself, you will need:

• key to 13;
• key to 17;
• flat screwdriver;
• jack.

The procedure itself is quite simple. To replace the front pads you need:

1. Raise the car using a jack and securely support it with jack stands.
2. Remove the wheel and unscrew the steering wheel for easy access to the brake mechanism.
3. Unscrew the lower bolt of the caliper using keys 13 and 17. First bend the corner of the fixing washer with a screwdriver.
4. Remove the lower guide bolt and lift the caliper up. Before removing the pads, it is recommended to immediately press in the caliper piston using a screwdriver (pressing it between the inner pad and the disc).
5. Carefully inspect the condition of the caliper itself, the guide boots and the working cylinder.

In case of extreme wear of the brake discs to a working surface thickness of 18 mm, it is better to replace the Lada Granta brake pads together with discs from the same manufacturer and, of course, a set for both front wheels at the same time.

Examples of replacement kits:

• Disc brake pads TRW GDB469M + ventilated brake disc TRW DF4107 ;
• Disc brake pads, set ATE 13.0460-2965.2 + Ventilated brake disc ATE 24.0120-0187.1 ;
• Front disc brake pads, set Brembo P 41 003 + Front ventilated brake disc Brembo 09.8903.14.

The procedure for replacing rear drum pads is a little more troublesome and will require some skill. You can learn more about the nuances using the example of the Lada Kalina car in the article.

Rules for choosing brake discs

To select suitable spare parts of this type, when purchasing products, it is recommended to focus on the following points:

1. Material. It is recommended to give preference to brake discs made of high-carbon cast iron. The fact is that this particular material is resistant to high and low temperatures, as well as temperature changes. In addition, it is characterized by increased strength and is therefore less susceptible to deformation and cracking. Therefore, high carbon cast iron discs will last for a long time.
2. Presence of anti-corrosion coating. It increases the service life of spare parts.
3. Manufacturer. Professionals recommend giving preference to trusted brands, since they guarantee the high quality of their products.
4. Price. In this case, you need to focus on your budget size. Even among inexpensive discs, you can choose high-quality spare parts.

So which brake discs are best for the Lada Granta? It all depends not only on the characteristics of the spare parts, but also on the size of the budget. So, if you need inexpensive front discs, then pay attention to the Bosch model 0986479346. If you decide to purchase front discs made of high-carbon cast iron and cost is not the main selection criterion for you, we can recommend you the ATE PowerDisc product. If you need discs for the rear axle, we advise you to take a closer look at the BM BDV 292 option. Our TOP and tips will help you choose suitable brake discs for the Lada Granta.

Video - Which brake pads and brake discs are most often purchased today

What brake pads are best for the Lada Granta?

Independent tests of TIIR-299 pads paired with original Autoreal ventilated brake discs show the optimal friction coefficient ratio = 0.49, in contrast to the “green” Ferodo with a friction coefficient of = 0.20 and Allien Nippon pads with a coefficient of = 0.23.

The only not very pleasant nuance with these original pads is the “burning” of the top layer of the lining during heating cycles up to 650 degrees Celsius. Because of this, the effectiveness of “cold” braking is slightly reduced and the load on the brake disc increases, but your brakes will not “leak” during frequent emergency braking from high speeds, which can happen with “softer” analogues of brake pads on the Lada Granta!

TIIR 299 pads

If you do not have the opportunity to buy original non-counterfeit TIIR pads, or you want to purchase the best brake pads for the Lada Granta, then you should pay attention to clutches produced by ATE, Lucas/TRW, Brambo, Finwhale, Valeo, Pilenga.

Many car enthusiasts note that a large number of TRW brake pads and brake discs for AvtoVAZ cars are of Chinese origin, not to mention products from other brands. Therefore, it is better to buy original spare parts or analogues from trusted suppliers, be sure to check the product for counterfeit.

Brake disc parameters

If you look closely, you can identify several important parameters by which the product is selected.

A – outer diameter of the product, mm;

B, C – maximum and minimum thickness, respectively, mm. If the surfaces are worn out by 2 mm on both sides, such a disk should be replaced with a new one;

D – product height, mm;

G – diameter of the central circle (wheel axis), mm;

H – hub diameter, mm;

I, Fx – diameter and number of fastening bolts, mm.

Often these parameters are not used when selecting brake discs. No one will look for a stale part in a warehouse by size. The easiest way is to select it by vin number. Each car is produced under a specific number, which is a kind of key to all the parts and mechanisms installed in the car.