I have an ST without the upgraded brake system. Not really having any issues but at around 65,000 miles, I assume my brakes may need a change. The questions I have are:
1. Is this a DYI thing? I have changed brakes on older Escapes and such but I read about rotors dragging if not done right with the piston and the e-brake so I wonder if its worth just letting Ford do it.
2. New rotors. Besides the sportier look which I do like but no one besides me would ever notice, is there a reason to change the rotors to a slotted/vented rotor? Reasons to keep the solid rotors?
3. Assuming I let Ford do the brake job, should I bring them the hardware (pads and/or rotors) or is standard Ford issue good enough? I was looking at the complete set, front/back rotors and pads from Powerstop but that set, the Z23 Evolution, is very hard to find in stock. Is Powerstop a good brand? Any others worth looking into?
Just looking for advice on parts and service to get the best out of my brakes.
Thanks