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Featured Brands
- MTC®Electronic Brake Pad SensorElectronic Brake Pad Sensor by MTC®. If you’re looking for replacement parts at reasonable prices, then MTC parts are the way to go. Manufactured by highly qualified experts who follow stringent quality standards, these parts...Ideal solution to restore the performance of your vehicleManufactured using high-strength materials for maximum reliability$6.96 - $70.34
- Meyle®Disc Brake Pad Wear SensorDisc Brake Pad Wear Sensor by Meyle®. Keep your prized possession running at its optimum and enjoy a safe driving experience with top-of-the-line Meyle replacement automotive parts. Made using premium materials following the highest...Designed to make your vehicle perform at its optimal levelManufactured from high-strength materials for long-lasting durability$10.11 - $15.20
- Mpulse®Disc Brake Pad Wear SensorDisc Brake Pad Wear Sensor by Mpulse®. Brake Wear Sensors are used to warn the driver that the brake pads need replacement. Brake Wear Sensors are installed into a vehicle’s brake pads and wired into the vehicle’s...Direct OE replacements with perfect fit, form, and function for flawless operationManufactured with reinforced plastic to withstand high brake temperatures up to 400ºC$1.91 - $95.12
- PEX®Electronic Brake Pad SensorElectronic Brake Pad Sensor by PEX®. 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...OE quality parts from top original equipment and aftermarket manufacturersThe finest quality at a great price$0.83 - $61.25
- Sebro®Electronic Brake Pad SensorElectronic Brake Pad Sensor by Sebro®. 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$6.93 - $16.48
- TRW®Disc Brake Pad Wear SensorDisc Brake Pad Wear Sensor by TRW®. 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...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$6.44 - $77.04
- United Motor Products®ABS Control Module ConnectorABS Control Module Connector by United Motor Products®. Looking to maintain the top condition of your electrical system? We are ready to help you! Just choose from our immense selection of premium replacement electrical parts...Designed to help restore the performance of your electrical systemMade from high-grade materials using the latest techniques$22.82
- United Motor Products®ABS Relay ConnectorABS Relay Connector by United Motor Products®. Looking to maintain the top condition of your electrical system? We are ready to help you! Just choose from our immense selection of premium replacement electrical parts manufactured to...Designed to help restore the performance of your electrical systemMade from high-grade materials using the latest techniques$9.59
- United Motor Products®ABS Wheel Speed Sensor ConnectorABS Wheel Speed Sensor Connector by United Motor Products®. Looking to maintain the top condition of your electrical system? We are ready to help you! Just choose from our immense selection of premium replacement electrical parts...Designed to help restore the performance of your electrical systemMade from high-grade materials using the latest techniques$6.17 - $12.65
- ACDelco®GM Original Equipment™ Vacuum Regulator ValveGM Original Equipment™ Vacuum Regulator Valve by ACDelco®. 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...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$12.06
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Power Brake Booster Check ValveGenuine GM Parts™ Power Brake Booster Check Valve 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,...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$6.30 - $32.29
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Power Brake Booster Pump BracketGenuine GM Parts™ Power Brake Booster Pump Bracket 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$9.77 - $117.94
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Power Brake Booster Pump InsulatorGenuine GM Parts™ Power Brake Booster Pump Insulator 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$12.59 - $20.86
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Power Brake Booster Vacuum Pump SleeveGenuine GM Parts™ Power Brake Booster Vacuum Pump Sleeve 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$49.61
- ACDelco®Power Brake Booster Check ValvePower Brake Booster Check Valve 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 manufactured...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$37.65 - $48.44
- ACDelco®Power Brake Booster PumpPower Brake Booster Pump by ACDelco®. ACDelco Advantage Friction Organic Brake Pads feature the fit, form and function of premium aftermarket brakes at a more economical price. Tested to SAE2430/SAE2784 standards, they offer...Chamfered, slotted and shimmed to provide similar fit, form and function of the OE service partTested to SAE2430\SAE2784 standards to help assure quality$148.89 - $255.77
- Cardone Reman®Vacuum Pump PulleyVacuum Pump Pulley by Cardone Reman®. Cardone Reman Remanufactured Vacuum Pump Pulleys are available separately, which allows you to choose the part you need without replacing the entire pump. All components are strictly tested and are...Black coating provides protection from engine heat and other elements, promoting long lasting performanceBuilt to meet or exceed O.E.M. performance$22.61 - $42.94
- Cardone®Vacuum PumpVacuum Pump by Cardone®. Cardone New Vacuum Pumps are backed by Cardone New Engineered (CSE) Technology, which ensures that all Cardone New Vacuum Pumps meet or exceed O.E. form, fit and function. CSE Technology is based on over 40...All components are 100% vacuum-tested to ensure proper functionAn additional final stage tester simulates reactionary braking scenarios, which tests common stress points for unit failure ensuring reliable performance when unit is installed$106.31 - $291.39
- Dorman®OE Solutions™ Vacuum HarnessOE Solutions™ Vacuum Harness by Dorman®. This vacuum harness is designed to match the fit and function of the original harness on specified vehicles, and is engineered for durability and reliable performance.Direct replacement - this vacuum harness is designed to match the fit and function of the original harness on specified vehiclesRestores functionality - reliable replacement for an original harness that has failed due to heat and fatigue$58.81
- Dorman®OE Solutions™ Vacuum Pump GasketOE Solutions™ Vacuum Pump Gasket by Dorman®. Vacuum pump gaskets form a secure seal between pump components to help ensure correct vacuum is created to assist to various vehicle systems. Check the application notes and product...Direct replacement - these vacuum pump gaskets are designed to match the fit and function of original equipment gaskets that are leaking or have failed from fatigue and heatRestores functionality - designed to form a secure seal between vacuum pump components to help ensure proper vacuum levels and resist leaks$10.18 - $12.30
- Dorman®OE Solutions™ Vacuum Pump PulleyOE Solutions™ Vacuum Pump Pulley by Dorman®. This vacuum pump pulley is designed to match the fit and function of the original pulley on specified applications. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance and...Direct replacement - this vacuum pump pulley is designed to match the fit and function of the original pulley on specified applicationsRestores functionality - reliable replacement for an original pulley that has failed due to contamination by road debris, or damaged during service$21.41 - $65.74
- Dorman®Power Brake Booster Check ValvePower Brake Booster Check Valve by Dorman®. Dorman's Power Brake Booster Check Valve is suitable for a range of applications.Constructed from high-quality materials for long-lasting serviceHelps restore performance of power brake system$12.25 - $36.16
- Dorman®Vacuum Connector AssortmentVacuum Connector Assortment by Dorman®. Dorman has all the components needed for a complete repair. Quickly and easily installed, it eliminates the clunking noise that may result when this part fails, while restoring original ride control.Easy to installDirect replacement for a proper fit$6.75 - $6.77
- Dorman®Vacuum Pump GasketVacuum Pump Gasket by Dorman®.$7.09 - $11.86
- Raybestos®Element3™ Brake Proportioning ValveElement3™ Brake Proportioning Valve by Raybestos®. With these products by Raybestos Brake Parts, you get OE quality, and durability at a competitive price. Manufactured to the highest standards of the industry, these spring hold down...Meets or exceeds original part specificationsExact fitment and direct replacement$101.09
- Mopar®Cruise Control Vacuum PumpCruise Control Vacuum Pump by Mopar®. 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$329.96 - $341.12
- Mopar®Vacuum PumpVacuum Pump by Mopar®. 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 industry-leading materials...Carefully crafted from premium materialsExcellent corrosion and wear resistance$77.72 - $481.06
- Mopar®Vacuum Pump Seal KitVacuum Pump Seal Kit 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...Ideal solution to keep your vehicle in top shapeCrafted from premium-grade materials and the latest technology$16.83 - $31.16
- Mopar®Vacuum ValveVacuum Valve 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$70.16
- Bosch®Power Brake Booster Check ValvePower Brake Booster Check Valve by Bosch®. 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$8.88 - $49.64
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.