So I have been saving up for my new Dana Ultimate 60 axles and it is becoming even more evident that I need to do my brakes first. The question is, should I just replace the pads (cheap) and keep working toward my 60's or should I bite the bullet and get the right package for my breaks now? And by right breaks, I am thinking about the Dynatrac progrip brake set up. And before all the questions, I am not completely set on getting the Dana axles over the Dynatrac. I am still doing my research and saving for relatively about the same costs.
Thanks all.
Malac
When it comes to stopping power, better to have more than you need versus not enough or just barely enough. We don't think anyone would say their Jeep has "too much stopping power" or when looking at brake upgrades say "I want only what I need to stop my Jeep." And with a surplus of stopping power, if you decide later on to increase your wheel/tire combo size you'll still have plenty of braking power to keep things under control.
If you're already in the market for axle upgrades, Dynatrac ProRock 60 axle assemblies come with upgraded brakes, so you don't have to spend extra to get more stopping power with your axle upgrade.
https://www.dynatrac.com/axle-assemblies/prorock-60-axle.html
Now, if you're looking at upgrading the brakes on your current axles, something you need to keep in mind is that the brake upgrade you're paying for now will probably not work on the 60-series axles you're considering. So, you'd be spending money for a temporary upgrade, unless you could recoup the money spent by selling your current axles once you have the 60-series units installed. So, you really have to look at how long you'll be running your current axles before upgrading to 60s, and will you see a return on the investment.
That being said, there are lots of posts on this forum and others where folks have installed the ProGrip system and been thoroughly pleased with the results. Since ProGrip maintains the stock calipers, you don't have to open up the brake system and worry about bleeding it, so really you by yourself could install the system. And not only would you see better stopping on the street, but also uphill or downhill you'll find your Jeep has a lot more holding power to stay put as you're negotiating obstacles and such.
https://www.dynatrac.com/brake-systems/progriptm-for-the-jeep-jk.html