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- Centric®Formula 100 Series™ OEM Brake PadsFormula 100 Series™ OEM Brake Pads by Centric®. Designed to perfectly fit your vehicle and meet/exceed the exacting standards for OE braking performance, these pads are a true OE formulation, manufactured using OE processes and OE...Application specific friction formula so your vehicle stops the way it was designed to stopDesigned to meet or exceed standards for OE braking performance$32.06 - $253.80
- Centric®Posi Quiet Pro™ Semi-Metallic Brake PadsPosi Quiet Pro™ Semi-Metallic Brake Pads by Centric®. This innovative and advanced friction line has been developed with the professional technician in mind and addresses key service issues that plague many of today's professional...100% Asbestos-freeAdvanced ceramic compounds for confident predictable braking performance$22.81 - $130.39
- Centric®Tactical Police Duty Brake PadsTactical Police Duty Brake Pads by Centric®. Tactical Police Duty Brake Pads by Centric feature industry-leading Mu500 Chemically Enhanced Friction Performance and Silent On Arrival™ noise abatement technology. These...$44.87 - $74.17
- EBC®Orangestuff Full Race Brake PadsOrangestuff Full Race Brake Pads by EBC®. This is a set of EBC's highest grip brake pads designed for the fastest and longest levels of racetrack driving where racing-grade multi-piston calipers are used. Pads feature two grooves for...$167.15 - $219.97
- EBC®Ultimax OE Replacement Handbrake PadsUltimax OE Replacement Handbrake Pads by EBC®. Get the fit and lasting quality of original equipment without paying 100% markup that dealers charge for OEM parts. EBC replacement brake pads are blended with fewer metallic compounds to...$60.92 - $104.66
- Raybestos®Element3™ Ceramic Disc Brake PadsElement3™ Ceramic Disc Brake Pads by Raybestos®. Raybestos Element3 OE-Matched friction materials match the original formulation for less noise and a smooth quiet ride. Material is enhanced by premium noise-dampening shims and...Application Specific Ceramic Formulations: Maximum stopping power and safety; silent braking, low dusting and improved pedal feelApplication Specific Formulations: Restore factory performance for less noise and a smooth, quiet ride$24.12 - $69.87
- Raybestos®Element3™ Semi-Metallic Parking Brake Pad SetElement3™ Semi-Metallic Parking Brake Pad Set by Raybestos®. Raybestos Element3™ OE-Matched friction materials match the original formulation for less noise and a smooth quiet ride. Material is enhanced by premium...Application Specific Ceramic Formulations: Maximum stopping power and safety; silent braking, low dusting and improved pedal feelApplication Specific Formulations: Restore factory performance for less noise and a smooth, quiet ride$31.11 - $84.45
- Raybestos®European Specialty™ Semi-Metallic Disc Brake PadsEuropean Specialty™ Semi-Metallic Disc Brake Pads by Raybestos®. The Raybestos® European Specialty Disc Brake Pads are a high quality product designed specifically for European nameplates. They are specially formulated to meet the...Exceptional quality and durabilityOptimized for vehicle specific performance and stopping power$67.32 - $89.29
- Raybestos®Police Specialty™ Semi-Metallic Disc Brake PadsPolice Specialty™ Semi-Metallic Disc Brake Pads by Raybestos®. Raybestos Police disc brake pads are specially manufactured to meet the demanding needs of law enforcement professionals. Specific pursuit rated formulations reduce...Specifically formulated for pursuit and support vehiclesQuiet, vibration free performance$34.84 - $89.54
- Raybestos®R-Line™ Semi-Metallic Disc Brake PadsR-Line™ Semi-Metallic Disc Brake Pads by Raybestos®. Rely on Raybestos® brand brakes to bring you new products to increase sales and grow profits. Introducing R-Line, a new line of brake pads offering reliable stopping power and...The slots and chamfers on R-Line™ friction match OE design, which allows brake gasses to escape and helps to reduce: Noise, Vibration, HarshnessR-Line™ friction comes with a premium layered steel shim$15.48 - $67.11
- Raybestos®School Bus Specialty™ Metallic Brake PadsSchool Bus Specialty™ Metallic Brake Pads by Raybestos®. Specially designed for truck, medium duty and air disc coverage from Class 1 through Class 8, Raybestos Truck and Medium Duty Specialty Disc Brake Pads provide superior friction...Comprehensive and late model coverageDesigns and formulations that conform to OE fit, form and function$33.63 - $60.74
- Raybestos®Street Performance Specialty™ Metallic Brake PadsStreet Performance Specialty™ Metallic Brake Pads by Raybestos®. Specially designed for truck, medium duty and air disc coverage from Class 1 through Class 8, Raybestos Truck and Medium Duty Specialty™ Disc Brake Pads provide...$30.32 - $144.87
- Mopar®Pad Kit-Rear Disc BrakePad Kit-Rear Disc Brake by Mopar®. Base. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from...Carefully crafted from premium materialsExcellent corrosion and wear resistance$49.09
- Bosch®EuroLine™ Semi-Metallic Disc Brake PadsEuroLine™ Semi-Metallic Disc Brake Pads by Bosch®. This line provides the best performance for the most popular European vehicles on the road in North America. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to...ECE-R 90 certified - meets and exceeds R 90 standardsVehicle specific friction formulations for consistent, durable braking$32.28 - $205.25
- Bosch®Police Pursuit Brake PadsPolice Pursuit Brake Pads by Bosch®. It's certainly no joke when you drive with worn out brake pads as they can cause serious, very expensive problems if not replaced in time. Bosch Police Pursuit Brake Pads are precision designed to...Consistent stopping power in any condition, terrain, or speedIncreased pad and rotor life through innovative friction formulations$74.36 - $113.83
- Akebono®Premium OE Ceramic Brake PadsPremium OE Ceramic Brake Pads by Akebono®. Designed to perfectly fit your vehicle, these Premium brake pads deliver application specific brake noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) technology while providing excellent braking...Ideal replacement brake padSmooth confident predictable braking performance$52.21 - $95.68
- Wagner®ThermoQuiet™ Semi-Metallic Parking Brake PadsThermoQuiet™ Semi-Metallic Parking Brake Pad Set by Wagner®. Quieter braking, superior stopping power under any conditions, and long pad life - that's what you get with these one-piece brake pads with Integrally Molded Sound...Proprietary friction formulations provide quiet operation, unmatched braking performance, and less dustThermal-sensitive friction adjusts to a broad range of temperatures for dependable braking performance in varying conditions$54.36
- Bendix®Global Ceramic Brake PadsGlobal Ceramic Brake Pads by Bendix®. Take value to a whole new level without breaking the bank with these ceramic pads by Bendix. They meet all OE specifications for fit, form, and function while leaving minimal brake dust and...Consistent and quiet braking performanceCeramic friction formula$14.13 - $42.17
- Bendix®Global Semi-Metallic Brake PadsGlobal Semi-Metallic Brake Pads by Bendix®. Providing excellent stopping performance at a great value, these brake pads feature proven longevity and durability under a wide range of driving conditions. They meet all OE specifications...Consistent and quiet braking performanceSemi-metallic friction formula$13.66 - $61.88
- Bendix®Premium Copper Free Ceramic Brake PadsPremium Copper Free Ceramic Brake Pads by Bendix®. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind. It will meet your needs and deliver...100% Copper-Free (Compliant with the proposed California and Washington copper reduction legislation (SB346 and SB6557))4-Layer Noise-Eliminating Shim$21.18 - $77.34
- Bendix®Premium Copper Free Semi-Metallic Brake PadsPremium Copper Free Semi-Metallic Brake Pads by Bendix®. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind. It will meet your needs and...Comprehensive Coverage100% Copper-Free (Compliant with the proposed California and Washington copper reduction legislation (SB346 and SB6557))$18.86 - $68.06
- Bendix®Premium Integrally Molded Semi-Metallic Brake PadsPremium Integrally Molded Semi-Metallic Brake Pads by Bendix®. Are your brakes making noise? Is your vehicle's stopping power not what it used to be? Brake repairs are not something that can be put off, but before you waste your time...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$47.77 - $48.87
- DIY Solutions®Ceramic Disc Brake PadsCeramic Disc Brake Pads by DIY Solutions®. If you're seeking to get your steel stallion back to its tip-top condition, then this top-notch replacement solution is what you should definitely look out for. When it comes to quality,...Designed to help restore your vehicle to its former gloryQuick replacement to let you enjoy an awesome ride again$31.57 - $90.91$47.89 - $92.77Save up to 10%
- DIY Solutions®OE Replacement Disc Brake PadsOE Replacement Disc Brake Pads by DIY Solutions®. If you're seeking to get your steel stallion back to its tip-top condition, then this top-notch replacement solution is what you should definitely look out for. When it comes to quality,...Designed to help restore your vehicle to its former gloryQuick replacement to let you enjoy an awesome ride again$63.19 - $102.23
- DIY Solutions®Semi-Metallic Disc Brake PadsSemi-Metallic Disc Brake Pads by DIY Solutions®. If you're seeking to get your steel stallion back to its tip-top condition, then this top-notch replacement solution is what you should definitely look out for. When it comes to quality,...Designed to help restore your vehicle to its former gloryQuick replacement to let you enjoy an awesome ride again$28.51 - $89.98$37.69 - $98.89Save up to 11%
- SP Performance®Street Plus Ceramic Disc Brake PadsStreet Plus Ceramic Disc Brake Pads by SP Performance®. Want real rotor biting performance without the heavy black brake dust over your wheels? Upgrade to a set of Street Plus™ HP Ceramic Disc Pads, and you will feel and see the...Advanced High Performance true ceramic frictionPositive Mold construction provides strength and durability$40.58 - $222.24$50.73 - $277.80Save 20%
- SP Performance®Street Plus Metallic Disc Brake PadsStreet Plus Metallic Disc Brake Pads by SP Performance®. Vehicle Specific, "low resin" formulation, is manufactured with a "Positive Mold" process insuring strength, quality and performance. The OE style Chamfering...High Performance Semi Metallic FrictionFormulated for aggressive street driving$32.46 - $173.62$40.58 - $217.03Save 20%
- Beck Arnley®Foreign Branded Brake PadsForeign Branded Brake Pads by Beck Arnley®. For one hundred years, Beck Arnley has been providing premium OE quality parts for vehicles. Beginning with motorcycle parts in 1914 and transitioning to import vehicles in the 1950's, brand...Perfect fit and function is guaranteedMade from the same gauge material as your original part$20.23 - $146.32
- Beck Arnley®TRUE Friction™ OE Material Brake PadsTRUE Friction™ OE Material Brake Pads by Beck Arnley®. For one hundred years, Beck Arnley has been providing premium OE quality parts for vehicles. Beginning with motorcycle parts in 1914 and transitioning to import vehicles in the...Perfect fit and function is guaranteedMade from the same gauge material as your original part$11.96 - $53.81
- Beck Arnley®True Friction™ Ceramic Brake PadsTrue Friction™ Ceramic Brake Pads by Beck Arnley®. TRUE Friction™ is designed using the same material recommended by your vehicle’s manufacturer. Each pad is engineered for a perfect fit and precise stop. TRUE Friction™, is the...Specifically designed to MATCH OE friction material typePrecision cut edges to ensure a true fit for each vehicle application$17.44 - $97.60
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.