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- Vaico®Vacuum PumpVacuum Pump by Vaico®. 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 gas, check...OE quality parts from top original equipment and aftermarket manufacturersThe finest quality at a great price$180.44 - $697.96
- AISIN®Vacuum Switching ValveVacuum Switching Valve by AISIN®. Do you feel shaking or shuddering when you engage the clutch; hear grinding noise when you shift gears? Does your engine race without an increase in road speed? You're in need of clutch/transmission...OE quality parts from top original equipment and aftermarket manufacturershe finest quality at a great price$35.42 - $141.17
- Hella®Power Brake Booster Vacuum PumpPower Brake Booster Vacuum Pump by Hella®. 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...Cost-efficient replacement for your worn out brake partDesigned to help stop your vehicle reliably and safely$96.90 - $599.93
- SMP®Vacuum PumpVacuum Pump by SMP®. Produced from high tech engineered thermoplastics. 100% calibrated and tested at vacuum to assure the accuracy and reliability. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards...Direct O.E. replacement and preset to factoryKits come complete with bracket, crimp terminals and instructions$114.87 - $326.44
- Victor Reinz®Vacuum Pump SealVacuum Pump Seal by Victor Reinz®. Is your CHECK ENGINE light on? Has your vehicle failed a state emissions test? Your vehicle's emissions control system is in need of repair, but before you waste your time and gas running out to the...OE quality parts from top original equipment and aftermarket manufacturersThe finest quality at a great price$2.83 - $11.11
- Granatelli Motor Sports®Tire Fryer Line Lock KitTire Fryer Line Lock Kit by Granatelli Motor Sports®. 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...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$30.90 - $229.38
- Stillen®Brake Cooling KitBrake Cooling Kit by Stillen®. Stillen is proud to announce the release of the new 370Z brake cooling kit for owners looking to improve track times and lower brake temperatures. These kits can be used with Stillen Sport Rotors and Metal...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$207.78 - $377.97$230.87 - $419.97Save 10%
- DFC®Disc Brake Hardware KitDisc Brake Hardware Kit by DFC®. Often overlooked during a brake repair, the disc brake hardware can be stressed, fatigued, or corroded within 1-2 years, which leads to a reduction in spring tension, excessive caliper movement,...Sold as Axle Kits, not per sideDesigned specifically for each application$1.34 - $32.91$1.40 - $34.50Save up to 6%
- Mopar®Brake ShieldBrake Shield 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$0.82 - $555.90
- Raybestos®R-Line™ Disc Brake Hardware KitR-Line™ Disc Brake Hardware Kit by Raybestos®. R-Line™ brake hardware is manufactured to precise specifications in form, fit and function. R-Line™ uses materials, which perform to Original Equipment specifications or...All Disc Brake Hardware Kits will be Available as "Axle" setsSimplified One Line Coverage Innovative$0.84 - $51.24
- iD Select®Drum Brake Hardware KitsDrum Brake Hardware Kits by iD Select®. We know shopping for auto parts can be overwhelming, often requiring more time than you’ve got to figure out which items hit the bullseye of reliable high quality while also being the best...Direct OEM replacement for your malfunctioning brake partMade to deliver the ultimate in quality, reliability, and value$4.38 - $38.87
- Centric®Disc Brake HardwareDisc Brake Hardware by Centric®. Designed for your specific application, this kit gives you all the parts needed for a disc brake service, except for brake pads and rotors. All items are manufactured under OE quality standards to...Built to precise specifications in form, fit, and functionEliminates brake noise$2.84 - $88.89
- iD Select®Parking Brake Hardware KitsParking Brake Hardware Kits by iD Select®. We know shopping for auto parts can be overwhelming, often requiring more time than you’ve got to figure out which items hit the bullseye of reliable high quality while also being the best...Direct OEM replacement for your malfunctioning brake partMade to deliver the ultimate in quality, reliability, and value$8.14 - $36.30
- Dorman®Disc Brake Hardware KitsDisc Brake Hardware Kits by Dorman®. Dorman's Disc Brake Hardware Kit is constructed from high-quality materials for a prolonged service life. Replacement restores the disc brakes to proper operation, helping to ensure road safety.Corrosion-resistant for long-lasting durability against harsh road and weather conditionsReplacement prevents uneven braking and brake squeal$3.06 - $44.77
- Dorman®Brake Dust ShieldBrake Dust Shield by Dorman®. Dorman's Brake Dust Shield powerfully confronts the elements. It features a rust-resistant coating that counters harsh winter weather conditions and humidity. The steel construction withstands the intense...Corrosion-resistant metal construction protects brakes from debrisDirect replacement provides a proper fit every time$17.20 - $425.82
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Brake Dust Shields QuantityGenuine GM Parts™ Brake Dust Shields Quantity 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...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$3.13 - $99.38
- Dorman®Brake Caliper Bolt KitBrake Caliper Bolt Kit by Dorman®. Eliminate the replacement of costly steering knuckles, as well as time spent drilling, tapping or rethreading the mounting holes, with Dorman's Disc Brake Caliper Bolt Kit. The bolts are precisely...Save time, money and labor by replacing only the Disc Brake Caliper Bolt instead of the entire caliper bracket or knuckleMany different sizes available$1.82 - $24.93
- R1 Concepts®Disc Brake Hardware KitDisc Brake Hardware Kit by R1 Concepts®. R1 Concepts brake hardware kit are manufactured to the standards of the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and are guaranteed to meet or exceed the OEM's strict standards for performance,...Vehicle specific design which meets or exceeds OEM specifications for exact fitment and equal or improved performanceManufactured with high quality materials which guarantees appropriate weight and strength$1.46 - $32.66$1.62 - $36.29Save 10%
- DFC®Drum Brake Hardware KitDrum Brake Hardware Kit by DFC®. Often overlooked during a brake repair, the drum brake hardware can be stressed, fatigued, or corroded within 1-2 years, which leads to a reduction in spring tension, premature/uneven wear, and noise. To...Manufactured using premium materials for longevity and consistent performanceReduces noise and vibration$3.00 - $40.02$3.15 - $42.13Save up to 6%
- iD Select®Disc Brake Hardware KitsDisc Brake Hardware Kits by iD Select®. We know shopping for auto parts can be overwhelming, often requiring more time than you’ve got to figure out which items hit the bullseye of reliable high quality while also being the best value...Direct OEM replacement for your malfunctioning brake partMade to deliver the ultimate in quality, reliability, and value$3.02 - $40.91
- Carlson®Disc Brake Caliper Guide Pin Boot KitDisc Brake Caliper Guide Pin Boot Kit by Carlson®. Designed to meet the highest OE standards, this product will provide extreme durability, excellent performance, and precise fit. The kit includes all guide pin boots needed to reduce...Protects the caliper guide bolts and slide pins from moisture and contaminates that can cause corrosionHelps protect your investment by assuring brakes perform at an optimum level$2.60 - $22.06
- Raybestos®R-Line™ Drum Brake Hardware KitR-Line™ Drum Brake Hardware Kit by Raybestos®. To complete your brake job, use this kit by Raybestos that offers all the components necessary for even shoe contact and wear. The components included are designed to meet OE requirements...Restores like-new braking performanceReduces brake noise$1.15 - $37.33
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Brake Master Cylinder CapGenuine GM Parts™ Brake Master Cylinder Cap 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$4.50 - $31.85
- Dorman®Disc Brake Caliper Bracket Mounting BoltsDisc Brake Caliper Bracket Mounting Bolts by Dorman®. Dorman’s Disc Brake Caliper Bracket Mounting Bolts come for a range of applications. All Dorman's Mounting Bolts are constructed from high-quality materials for a long service...Pre-coated with thread lock to prevent looseningDirect replacement for a proper fit every time$4.24 - $16.63
- Centric®Parking Brake Hardware KitParking Brake Hardware Kit by Centric®. Are you looking for high-quality hardware to complete your brake job? This rear drum brake hardware kit includes all the parts you need to make the brake system operate properly, ensuring even...Matches original equipment parts in quality, configuration and fitmentManufactured to OE specifications$12.15 - $34.15
- Raybestos®R-Line™ Disc Brake Caliper BoltR-Line™ Disc Brake Caliper Bolt 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 pins...Meets or exceeds original part specificationsExact fitment and direct replacement$2.90 - $37.06
- Mopar®Drum Brake Backing PlateDrum Brake Backing Plate 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...Ideal solution to keep your vehicle in top shapeCrafted from premium-grade materials and the latest technology$4.94 - $500.42
- ACDelco®Gold™ Disc Brake Hardware KitGold™ Disc Brake Hardware Kit 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$2.62 - $63.81
- Dorman®Rear Parking Brake Hardware KitRear Parking Brake Hardware Kit by Dorman®. Dorman's Parking Brake Hardware Kit is constructed from high-quality materials for a prolonged service life. The Kit includes everything necessary for a complete repair of the parking brake.Corrosion-resistant for long-lasting durability against harsh road and weather conditionsReplacement restores the parking brake to proper and safe operation, ensuring that engagement will keep the vehicle stationary when parked$9.29 - $44.99
- Raybestos®R-Line™ Parking Brake Hardware KitR-Line™ Parking Brake Hardware Kit by Raybestos®. This hardware kit by Raybestos includes all parts needed to make the parking brakes operate properly ensuring even shoe contact and wear as well as eliminating brake noise and drag....Minimizes brake drag to improve gas mileagePrevents premature brake wear$6.13 - $35.82
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.