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- DFC®Slotted Brake Kit with 5000 Advanced Brake PadsSlotted Brake Kit with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads by DFC®. High-performance slotted brake kit featuring 5000 Advanced Pads for superior braking efficiency and longevity. Today, vehicles are increasingly more sophisticated. These vehicles...Specifically formulated for each axle on every vehicle (family sedan, sport compact, or light duty truck)Maintains balanced braking, critical for vehicles with ABS and automated braking$141.81 - $911.92$149.28 - $959.91Save 5%
- DFC®Slotted Brake Kit with Heavy Duty Brake PadsSlotted Brake Kit with Heavy Duty Brake Pads by DFC®. Durable brake kit with slotted rotors and heavy-duty pads for robust braking performance. Designed for heavier vehicles with larger brake systems, DFC Heavy-Duty Brake Pads deliver...Frequent braking environments, high speed, heavy traffic, steep gradients, towing, or off-roadingDelivers strong, predictable friction level regardless of temperature, speed, or axle load$174.14 - $1,063.75$183.31 - $1,119.74Save 5%
- DFC®Slotted Brake Kit with Ultimate Duty Performance Brake PadsSlotted Brake Kit with Ultimate Duty Performance Brake Pads by DFC®. Premium slotted brake kit with Ultimate Duty Performance Pads for enhanced stopping power and durability. Be ready for anything and anywhere. Designed for the Ultimate...Designed for Trucks and SUVs with bigger wheels or tires, and modified suspensionGreat performance for off-roading and towing.$182.66 - $1,132.39$192.27 - $1,191.99Save 5%
- TRQ®Disc Brake Kit with Ceramic Pads and BearingsDisc Brake Kit with Ceramic Pads and Bearings by TRQ®. Developed by professionals who are passionate about replacement automotive parts, this high-grade TRQ disc brake kit is a great solution when your brake system begins to fail. It...Intended to bring your vehicle back to its original gloryBudget-friendly alternative to the OEM part$106.17 - $122.50$112.95 - $128.95Save up to 6%
- TRQ®Disc Brake Kit with Ceramic Pads and Dust ShieldsDisc Brake Kit with Ceramic Pads and Dust Shields by TRQ®. Thoroughly tested to ensure the highest quality and great performance, this top-grade TRQ disc brake kit provides reliable braking power essential for safe and comfortable...Intended to bring your vehicle back to its original gloryBudget-friendly alternative to the OEM part$103.63 - $205.48$107.95 - $220.95Save up to 7%
- TRQ®Disc Brake Kit with Ceramic Pads, Shoes and Dust ShieldsDisc Brake Kit with Ceramic Pads, Shoes and Dust Shields by TRQ®. Seeking a replacement disc brake kit with ceramic pads, shoes and dust shields for a reasonable cost? Then, you need this kit. It’s been made to strict industry...Intended to bring your vehicle back to its original gloryBudget-friendly alternative to the OEM part$191.71 - $262.21$203.95 - $281.95Save up to 7%
- TRQ®Disc Brake Kit with Semi-Metallic Pads and Hub AssembliesDisc Brake Kit with Semi-Metallic Pads and Hub Assemblies by TRQ®. When you need to restore a safe, controlled braking experience, this is where the TRQ disc brake kit with semi-metallic pads and hub assemblies comes into play. Built to...Intended to bring your vehicle back to its original gloryBudget-friendly alternative to the OEM part$92.02 - $458.44$98.95 - $492.95Save up to 10%
- TRQ®Disc Brake Kit with Semi-Metallic Pads and ShoesDisc Brake Kit with Semi-Metallic Pads and Shoes by TRQ®. If you want to get your vehicle back to its superior condition, then this TRQ disc brake kit is a great solution. Made with high-grade components to meet or exceed your demands,...Intended to bring your vehicle back to its original gloryBudget-friendly alternative to the OEM part$79.85 - $290.67$84.95 - $315.95Save up to 9%
- TRQ®Disc and Drum Brake Kit with Semi-Metallic PadsDisc and Drum Brake Kit with Semi-Metallic Pads by TRQ®. Restore your joy of riding with peace of mind with the high-quality TRQ disc and drum brake kit with semi-metallic pads. Designed to meet the OEM in every aspect, this kit comes...Intended to bring your vehicle back to its original gloryBudget-friendly alternative to the OEM part$154.11 - $293.83$162.95 - $315.95Save up to 8%
- TRQ®Performance Ceramic Brake Kit with Calipers and HosesPerformance Ceramic Brake Kit with Calipers and Hoses by TRQ®. Whether on the street or the track, the TRQ performance ceramic brake kit with calipers will increase your ride’s stopping power and let you enjoy shorter stopping...Intended to bring your vehicle back to its original gloryBudget-friendly alternative to the OEM part$187.95 - $476.11$199.95 - $495.95Save up to 8%
- TRQ®Performance Ceramic Brake Kit with Wheel BearingsPerformance Ceramic Brake Kit with Wheel Bearings by TRQ®. Built with a focus on tackling serious power and providing long lasting life, the TRQ performance ceramic brake kit with wheel bearings will help you bring your vehicle to a...Intended to bring your vehicle back to its original gloryBudget-friendly alternative to the OEM part$86.44 - $144.35$92.95 - $151.95Save up to 7%
- TRQ®Performance Semi-Metallic Brake Kit with Calipers and HosesPerformance Semi-Metallic Brake Kit with Calipers and Hoses by TRQ®. Bring your vehicle back down from speed efficiently and safely while giving your wheels a stylish appeal that catches the eye of passers-by with TRQ performance...Intended to bring your vehicle back to its original gloryBudget-friendly alternative to the OEM part$207.34 - $458.83$220.95 - $477.95Save up to 7%
- TRQ®Performance Semi-Metallic Brake Kit with Drum and ShoesPerformance Semi-Metallic Brake Kit with Drum and Shoes by TRQ®. Professionally developed to ensure longer service life and better performance, this high-quality TRQ front and rear brake kit with drum and shoes is what you need if you...Intended to bring your vehicle back to its original gloryBudget-friendly alternative to the OEM part$134.37 - $347.77$142.95 - $373.95Save up to 9%
- TRQ®Performance Semi-Metallic Brake Kit with Hub AssembliesPerformance Semi-Metallic Brake Kit with Hub Assemblies by TRQ®. If you want to elevate your driving experience and make your vehicle perform better than ever before, this top-grade TRQ brake kit is what you need. Designed to deliver...Intended to bring your vehicle back to its original gloryBudget-friendly alternative to the OEM part$145.03 - $348.70$153.95 - $374.95Save up to 8%
- TRQ®Performance Semi-Metallic Brake Kit with Parking Brake ShoesPerformance Semi-Metallic Brake Kit with Parking Brake Shoes by TRQ®. Enjoy increased stopping power, better wear resistance, and longer life with the TRQ performance semi-metallic brake kit with parking brake shoes. Engineered with...Intended to bring your vehicle back to its original gloryBudget-friendly alternative to the OEM part$126.30 - $350.96$132.95 - $389.95Save up to 10%
- TRQ®Semi-Metallic Brake Pad & Rotor KitSemi-Metallic Brake Pad & Rotor Kit by TRQ®. TRQ brake kits are designed to restore your brake system to like-new performance. TRQ brake pads are positive molded, thermal scorched, chamfered, and utilize a multi-layer shim for enhanced...Intended to bring your vehicle back to its original gloryBudget-friendly alternative to the OEM part$57.90 - $393.98$60.95 - $432.95Save up to 10%
- R1 Concepts®Brake Kit with Ceramic PadsBrake Kit with Ceramic Pads by R1 Concepts®. It is important to change your brake drums over time to get optimal braking performance. Brake drums will become smaller and smaller from wear and tear. Brake drums are not repairable, you...Vehicle specific design which meets or exceeds OEM specifications for exact fitment and equal or improved performanceManufactured with high quality cast iron materials which guarantees appropriate weight, strength, and metallurgy$53.36 - $407.83$59.28 - $453.15Save 10%
- R1 Concepts®Carbon Coated Brake Kit with Super Duty PadsCarbon Coated Brake Kit with Super Duty Pads by R1 Concepts®. It is important to change your brake drums over time to get optimal braking performance. Brake drums will become smaller and smaller from wear and tear. Brake drums are not...Vehicle specific design which meets or exceeds OEM specifications for exact fitment and equal or improved performanceManufactured with high quality cast iron materials which guarantees appropriate weight, strength, and metallurgy$99.32 - $872.43$110.35 - $969.36Save 10%
- R1 Concepts®Carbon Coated Drilled Brake Kit with Euro Ceramic PadsCarbon Coated Drilled Brake Kit with Euro Ceramic Pads by R1 Concepts®. It is important to change your brake drums over time to get optimal braking performance. Brake drums will become smaller and smaller from wear and tear. Brake drums...Vehicle specific design which meets or exceeds OEM specifications for exact fitment and equal or improved performanceManufactured with high quality cast iron materials which guarantees appropriate weight, strength, and metallurgy$159.75 - $869.95$177.50 - $966.61Save 10%
- R1 Concepts®Carbon Coated Drilled and Slotted Brake Kit with Euro Ceramic PadsCarbon Coated Drilled and Slotted Brake Kit with Euro Ceramic Pads by R1 Concepts®. It is important to change your brake drums over time to get optimal braking performance. Brake drums will become smaller and smaller from wear and tear....Vehicle specific design which meets or exceeds OEM specifications for exact fitment and equal or improved performanceManufactured with high quality cast iron materials which guarantees appropriate weight, strength, and metallurgy$112.90 - $1,117.24$125.45 - $1,241.37Save 10%
- R1 Concepts®Carbon Coated Drilled and Slotted Brake Kit with Super Duty PadsCarbon Coated Drilled and Slotted Brake Kit with Super Duty Pads by R1 Concepts®. It is important to change your brake drums over time to get optimal braking performance. Brake drums will become smaller and smaller from wear and tear....Vehicle specific design which meets or exceeds OEM specifications for exact fitment and equal or improved performanceManufactured with high quality cast iron materials which guarantees appropriate weight, strength, and metallurgy$196.37 - $1,217.68$218.19 - $1,352.97Save 10%
- R1 Concepts®Carbon Series Brake Kit with Performance Off-Road/Tow Brake PadsCarbon Series Brake Kit with Performance Off-Road/Tow Brake Pads by R1 Concepts®. It is important to change your brake drums over time to get optimal braking performance. Brake drums will become smaller and smaller from wear and tear....Vehicle specific design which meets or exceeds OEM specifications for exact fitment and equal or improved performanceManufactured with high quality cast iron materials which guarantees appropriate weight, strength, and metallurgy$102.77 - $946.79$114.18 - $1,052.00Save 10%
- R1 Concepts®Drilled Brake Kit with Performance Sport PadsDrilled Brake Kit with Performance Sport Pads by R1 Concepts®. It is important to change your brake drums over time to get optimal braking performance. Brake drums will become smaller and smaller from wear and tear. Brake drums are not...Vehicle specific design which meets or exceeds OEM specifications for exact fitment and equal or improved performanceManufactured with high quality cast iron materials which guarantees appropriate weight, strength, and metallurgy$164.13 - $1,265.79$182.37 - $1,406.44Save 10%
- R1 Concepts®Drilled and Slotted Brake Kit with Performance Off-Road/Tow Brake PadsDrilled and Slotted Brake Kit with Performance Off-Road/Tow Brake Pads by R1 Concepts®. It is important to change your brake drums over time to get optimal braking performance. Brake drums will become smaller and smaller from wear and...Vehicle specific design which meets or exceeds OEM specifications for exact fitment and equal or improved performanceManufactured with high quality cast iron materials which guarantees appropriate weight, strength, and metallurgy$135.98 - $1,213.94$151.08 - $1,348.83Save 10%
- R1 Concepts®Drilled and Slotted Brake Kit with Semi-Metalic PadsDrilled and Slotted Brake Kit with Semi-Metalic Pads by R1 Concepts®. It is important to change your brake drums over time to get optimal braking performance. Brake drums will become smaller and smaller from wear and tear. Brake drums...Vehicle specific design which meets or exceeds OEM specifications for exact fitment and equal or improved performanceManufactured with high quality cast iron materials which guarantees appropriate weight, strength, and metallurgy$74.98 - $888.37$83.31 - $987.07Save 10%
- R1 Concepts®Slotted Brake Kit with 5000 OE PadsSlotted Brake Kit with 5000 OE Pads by R1 Concepts®. It is important to change your brake drums over time to get optimal braking performance. Brake drums will become smaller and smaller from wear and tear. Brake drums are not...Vehicle specific design which meets or exceeds OEM specifications for exact fitment and equal or improved performanceManufactured with high quality cast iron materials which guarantees appropriate weight, strength, and metallurgy$153.67 - $888.32$170.75 - $987.02Save 10%
- R1 Concepts®Slotted Brake Kit with Super Duty PadsSlotted Brake Kit with Super Duty Pads by R1 Concepts®. It is important to change your brake drums over time to get optimal braking performance. Brake drums will become smaller and smaller from wear and tear. Brake drums are not...Vehicle specific design which meets or exceeds OEM specifications for exact fitment and equal or improved performanceManufactured with high quality cast iron materials which guarantees appropriate weight, strength, and metallurgy$188.72 - $1,152.69$209.69 - $1,280.76Save 10%
- R1 Concepts®Slotted Brake kit with Optimum OE PadsSlotted Brake kit with Optimum OE Pads by R1 Concepts®. It is important to change your brake drums over time to get optimal braking performance. Brake drums will become smaller and smaller from wear and tear. Brake drums are not...Vehicle specific design which meets or exceeds OEM specifications for exact fitment and equal or improved performanceManufactured with high quality cast iron materials which guarantees appropriate weight, strength, and metallurgy$166.80 - $988.17$185.33 - $1,097.96Save 10%
- R1 Concepts®eLINE Series Drilled and Slotted Brake Kit with Super Duty PadseLINE Series Drilled and Slotted Brake Kit with Super Duty Pads by R1 Concepts®. R1 eLINE Series Brake Rotors provide high-quality stopping power at a low affordable cost. With R1 state-of-the-art technology, you don’t need to...R1 eLINE Series Brake Rotors: High-quality stopping power at a low and affordable cost. State-of-the-art technology, you don't need to choose between performance and budgetR1 OPTIMUM OEp Series Brake Pads: Formulated to each and every vehicle giving you the similar or improved performance as Original Equipment (O.E)$180.03 - $1,165.82$200.03 - $1,295.35Save 10%
- Centric®OE Elite Brake KitOE Elite Brake Kit by Centric®. Centric Axle Packs are engineered to restore original braking performance for street driven cars and light trucks. Each Centric Axle Pack contains pre-selected, application specific brake pads and rotors...$73.78 - $1,116.88
Good brakes are a big part of what makes a car safer, alongside features like crumple zones and driver assistance tech. And as crucial safety components, brake parts deserve a fair amount of attention. To slow your vehicle and bring it to a halt, brake pads are pressed against the rotors, and in some cars, brake shoes are forced against the drums. The friction produced in the process helps stop the wheels from spinning. If it’s time to replace those typical wear items, or you need more powerful brakes, we’ve got you covered.
New Pads Can Make a Huge Difference
Every time you hit the brake pedal, a minuscule amount of pad friction material is shaved off. As the material becomes thinner, brake pads become less effective at creating friction and bringing your vehicle to a stop reliably. Don’t wait until severely worn friction lining puts you in danger. Replace those worn pads with a fresh set and you’ll feel your car stops like new again. We have a vast selection of replacement pads designed to restore original braking power.
If you are planning on improving your vehicle’s brakes, upgrading its pads alone can bring a noticeable increase in stopping power. Your choice depends on the application. There are different material formulations that help stop better in daily driving situations and on periodic track days, slow down a purpose-built race car on the track, or bring a heavily laden truck to a halt. Although there are variations, the compounds basically fall into three groups:
- Non-asbestos organic (NAO). Most OE pads are made from these compounds. They contain soft organic materials like carbon, fiberglass, aramid fibers, rubber, etc., which means these pads are rotor-friendly and produce low amounts of dust and noise. But they have a shorter service life than other types and aren’t generally good at handling extremely high temperatures.
- Semi-metallic. These formulations are designed for extreme use and high-temperature applications. They are great for sports cars, heavy towing, off-roading, work trucks, etc. A high metal content (up to 70 percent) improves their performance in high-temp conditions and improves fade resistance – they are good at getting rid of heat. On the flip side, semi-metallic pads are aggressive on the rotors and create more dust than other varieties.
- Ceramic. These compounds add ceramic and copper fibers to the organic material formulation. This increases heat resistance and longevity over organic linings while keeping the pads quiet and dust-free. Ceramic pads are an upgrade option for passenger cars, SUVs, and light-duty trucks that see street duty and don’t regularly encounter high brake temperature environments. More metal added to ceramic compounds, though, improves heat resistance.
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The Right Rotors for Your Application
In a disc brake system, rotors serve as the friction surface for the pads to press against when brakes are applied. Brake rotors get thinner with use and should be replaced before they wear beyond minimum thickness, which is engraved on the center of the rotor or its sides. Another issue is lateral runout and disc thickness variation (DTV), which can be the reason for car brakes shaking: “When the thicker section of the disc passes between the pads, the pads will move apart and the brake pedal will raise slightly; this is pedal pulsation.” A rotor with noticeable thickness variation is often called “warped,” but the culprit behind this is commonly a layer of pad material on the disc surface. Other causes for an uneven disc surface include a steering geometry problem and the incorrect installation of rotors or other components.
Along with OEM-grade brake pads and rotors, we carry a plethora of performance-oriented options for applications where temperatures tend to increase dramatically, whether it’s because of stop-and-go city traffic, spirited driving, hauling loads, towing, or going off-road. One of the ways to increase cooling is with upsized rotors that can handle bigger amounts of heat. The best choice is to get them in our big brake kits that include perfectly matched parts. Just make sure your wheels offer enough clearance for them. When it comes to friction surfaces, discs come in different designs:
- Plain rotors are installed on most cars from the factory. They are fine for most braking scenarios including many performance applications.
- Cross drilled rotors run cooler and the holes help vent out hot pad gasses. And they look amazing behind the spokes of alloy wheels, too! The combination of show and go makes them well-suited for stunning-looking high-performance cars meant to offer improved braking power for city & highway driving. But because of the risk of stress cracking, drilled discs aren’t rated for professional motorsports use.
- Slotted rotors are the preferred choice of serious track racers. They increase stopping power through better bite: the grooves help remove unwanted gas, dust, water, and debris that prevent effective pad-to-rotor contact, without the risk of cracking.
- Drilled and slotted rotors both improve heat transfer and expel gasses and water for better pad contact. Extreme track use is not recommended due to the holes and hence the risk of stress cracking, but heavier vehicles and those used for heavy hauling and towing, where brakes tend to heat up, may benefit from this design.
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Clamping Power
Brake calipers provide the mounts for the friction pads and feature internal pistons that force the pads against the rotor in response to the hydraulic pressure of brake fluid. There are two main types of calipers:
- Floating calipers are installed as original equipment on most cars. A floating caliper slides on pins and houses one piston, or sometimes two pistons located on one inward side of its body. What happens when the brake pedal is depressed? The piston moves outward and presses the inboard pad against the rotor, and at the same time, the caliper body slides inward and forces the outboard pad against the disc. This is a tried-and-true design that is relatively inexpensive to manufacture, which ensures reliable stopping in typical braking situations.
- Fixed calipers are mostly fitted to high-performance vehicles. The caliper housing remains stationary when brakes are engaged. Multiple pistons are located on both sides, which clamp the pads down onto the rotor with equal force applied to each side, with no hydraulic pressure wasted in the process. This provides an ample increase in braking force. It’s common for performance calipers to come with bigger pistons to distribute pressure over a greater area, with the size of pistons increasing front to back for the best contact with the disc. They are also often made from aluminum as opposed to cast iron stock units to keep unsprung mass down and improve heat dissipation.
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On the Fluid Side of Things
The heart of the hydraulic brake system is a master cylinder that is responsible for converting the mechanical force created when the driver steps on the pedal into hydraulic pressure. With time and use, its internal rubber seals break down and the piston bore wears out, causing a mushy or sinking pedal. Whether you need to replace a failing part, or you’re planning an upgrade job and are looking for an appropriate master cylinder for your setup, we have a wide selection of products that will provide the necessary hydraulic power while dressing up your engine bay.
When it comes to improving braking performance, it’s not only about making your vehicle stop faster, it’s also about ensuring a quick and consistent pedal response. Changing factory rubber brake hoses with stainless steel braided ones will provide a more effective transfer of pressure. Teflon hoses with steel braid do not expand under pressure and provide a firmer, more responsive feeling to the pedal. Additionally, they are abrasion- and corrosion-resistant.