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Featured Brands
- Centric®C-Tek™ Standard Drum Brake Wheel CylinderC-Tek™ Standard Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder by Centric®. Designed to match all OE specifications, this cylinder provides OE fit, form, and function. To ensure safe, effective braking action, it's made of high-quality material and...Designed to meet OE specificationsIncludes pistons, cup seals, and dust boots$7.14 - $20.33
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Power Brake Booster Vacuum SensorGenuine GM Parts™ Power Brake Booster Vacuum Sensor by ACDelco®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by ACDelco features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$36.06 - $100.48
- Pagid®Disc Brake Pad Wear SensorDisc Brake Pad Wear Sensor by Pagid®. 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 great...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$1.07 - $113.83
- ACDelco®GM Genuine Parts Power Brake Booster Vacuum PumpGM Genuine Parts Power Brake Booster Vacuum Pump by ACDelco®. Power Brake Booster Pump Assembly. "The ACDelco GM Original Equipment Power Brake Booster Vacuum Pump uses engine vacuum and atmospheric pressure to increase hydraulic...GM-recommended replacement part for your GM vehicle's original factory componentOffering the quality, reliability, and durability of GM OE$113.17 - $162.24
- ACDelco®GM Original Equipment™ Vacuum PumpGM Original Equipment™ Vacuum Pump by ACDelco®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this GM Original Equipment Vacuum Pump by ACDelco features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$54.91 - $85.40
- Motorcraft®Power Brake Booster Vacuum PumpPower Brake Booster Vacuum Pump by Motorcraft®. Motorcraft is the way to restore the performance of your vehicle. Designed specifically for your vehicle, Motorcraft products meet stringent Ford Motor Company standards and feature OEM...OE quality parts from top original equipment and aftermarket manufacturersThe finest quality at a great price$51.79 - $830.54
- ACDelco®GM Genuine Parts™ Power Brake Booster LineGM Genuine Parts™ Power Brake Booster Line by ACDelco®. GM Genuine Parts Power Brake Booster Lines are designed, engineered, and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors. GM Genuine Parts are the true OE parts...Some GM Genuine Parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco GM Original Equipment (OE)GM Genuine Parts are designed, engineered and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors$30.67 - $39.57
- Mopar®ABS Pressure HoseABS Pressure Hose by Mopar®. Want your prized possession to look and perform the way it was designed to? Then top-of-the-line Mopar automotive parts and accessories are for you. Made using the latest manufacturing technology to meet the...Ideal solution to keep your vehicle in top shapeCrafted from premium-grade materials and the latest technology$27.38 - $151.19
- Genuine®Brake Booster LineBrake Booster Line by Genuine®. If your brake parts are in need of repair, don’t compromise the performance and safety of your car with suspect, off-brand replacement parts from the local auto parts chain store. On our website...Designed to restore your vehicle’s brake systemGenuine OE replacement parts from the OE manufacturer$34.88 - $299.76
- Genuine®Vacuum HoseVacuum Hose by Genuine®. If your brake parts are in need of repair, don’t compromise the performance and safety of your car with suspect, off-brand replacement parts from the local auto parts chain store. On our website you'll...Designed to restore your vehicle’s brake systemGenuine OE replacement parts from the OE manufacturer$20.19 - $330.72
- Beck Arnley®Brake Hydraulic HoseBrake Hydraulic Hose 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$5.73 - $48.98
- Professional Parts Sweden®Vacuum HoseVacuum Hose by Professional Parts Sweden®. If you need premium-quality yet affordable replacement parts for your Volvo or SAAB, Professional Parts Sweden hits the spot. Top-of-the-line Professional Parts Sweden products are made using...Direct replacement for your factory partEngineered to meet exact OEM standards$16.23 - $28.57
- CRP®Vacuum HoseVacuum Hose by CRP®. Make sure your engine breathes properly with our selection of top-quality replacement air intake parts. These parts are made by trusted brands that use the finest materials and the latest manufacturing techniques....Perfect solution to keep your air intake system performing the way it was designed toCrafted from the highest grade materials for dependable, long-lasting service$3.75 - $38.37
- The Right Stuff®Brake Hydraulic LineBrake Hydraulic Line by The Right Stuff®. 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 great...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$17.95 - $298.95
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Vacuum Pump O-RingGenuine GM Parts™ Vacuum Pump O-Ring by ACDelco®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by ACDelco features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$3.18 - $56.19
- Genuine®Brake Booster Check ValveBrake Booster Check Valve by Genuine®. If your brake parts are in need of repair, don’t compromise the performance and safety of your car with suspect, off-brand replacement parts from the local auto parts chain store. On our...Designed to restore your vehicle’s brake systemGenuine OE replacement parts from the OE manufacturer$12.76 - $463.10
- Genuine®Power Brake Booster AdapterPower Brake Booster Adapter by Genuine®. If your engine ignition parts is in need of repair, don’t compromise the performance and safety of your car with suspect, off-brand replacement parts from the local auto parts chain store....Manufactured to restore your vehicle’s ignition systemDesigned with your specific vehicle in mind$8.95 - $81.44
- Genuine®Vacuum Hose ConnectorVacuum Hose Connector by Genuine®. If you have a dirty air filter, clogged PCV valve, or defective MAF sensor you may be tempted to just run down to the local auto parts chain store for a replacement, but before you waste your time and...Compliant with the strictest standards for qualityExpertly crafted using the up-to-date technology$3.36 - $74.79
- Genuine®Vacuum Pump GasketVacuum Pump Gasket by Genuine®. If your brake system is in need of repair, don’t compromise the performance and safety of your car with suspect, off-brand replacement parts from the local auto parts chain store. On our website you'll...Designed to restore your vehicle’s brake systemGenuine OE replacement parts from the OE manufacturer$4.48 - $32.45
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Brake Master CylinderGenuine GM Parts™ Brake Master Cylinder by ACDelco®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by ACDelco features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$97.22 - $1,054.60
- Raybestos®Element3™ Brake and Clutch Master Cylinder AssemblyElement3™ Brake and Clutch Master Cylinder Assembly by Raybestos®. Element3™ New Master Cylinders give technicians a NEW part that fits each application as well as the original. Delivers everything you need to get the job done;...Materials and Design Match OE - Vehicle specific designs (cast iron or aluminum); no stress on the brake booster mountingDependable Operation and Leak-free Performance - 100% pressure tested; meet SAE J1153 and J1154 requirements for reliability and performance$67.50 - $145.22
- SKP®Brake Master CylinderBrake Master Cylinder by SKP®. 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 great quality at an...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$14.85 - $114.35
- Mando®Brake Master CylinderBrake Master Cylinder by Mando®. The brake system of Mando is going beyond the scope of Korean automotive market where its level of supply and quality is being recognized by leading global automotive companies such as GM, Ford,...Brake operation by oil pressureLight weight$46.62 - $1,237.97
- URO Parts®Brake Master CylinderBrake Master Cylinder by URO Parts®. Brake safely and efficiently with URO. This top-notch brake part is right what you need to optimize braking performance and let your vehicle run as it was meant to be. Manufactured from superior...Top-notch replacement for your malfunctioning factory brake partDesigned to restore the ultimate braking experience$12.67 - $134.03
- The Right Stuff®Brake Master CylinderBrake Master Cylinder by The Right Stuff®. For 25 years, The Right Stuff has been manufacturing and distributing Brake and Fuel systems for classic cars. Specializing in brake lines, fuel lines and disc brake conversion kits, brand...Precision engineered for your vehicleTested to outperform all comparable products on the market$66.95 - $133.95
- ACDelco®GM Original Equipment™ ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Wiring HarnessGM Original Equipment™ ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Wiring Harness by ACDelco®. These GM Original Equipment parts replace those installed during the production of a GM vehicle and are designed to be of similarly high quality. They have a...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$22.73 - $119.07
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ ABS Control ModuleGenuine GM Parts™ ABS Control Module by ACDelco®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by ACDelco features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$135.35 - $698.72
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ ABS Wheel Speed SensorGenuine GM Parts™ ABS Wheel Speed Sensor by ACDelco®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by ACDelco features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$6.78 - $483.42
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Traction Control SwitchGenuine GM Parts™ Traction Control Switch by ACDelco®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by ACDelco features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$8.01 - $89.55
- Dorman®ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Wire HarnessABS Wheel Speed Sensor Wire Harness by Dorman®. Easily and affordably restore the anti-lock brake system to proper, safe functioning with Dorman's Anti-Lock Brake Wheel Speed Sensor Wire Harness. It's sold separately, enabling you to...Connector included for easy mounting to the sensorPlug and play for ease of installation; no wire splicing necessary$12.03 - $37.39
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.