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- Genuine®Brake Reservoir GrommetBrake Reservoir Grommet 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$6.90 - $23.47
- Genuine®Disc Brake Caliper Guide PinDisc Brake Caliper Guide Pin 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$1.88 - $93.76
- Genuine®Parking Brake LeverParking Brake Lever 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$13.09 - $218.38
- Genuine®Parking Brake StrutParking Brake Strut 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$13.08 - $35.22
- ATE®Brake Caliper Repair KitBrake Caliper Repair Kit by ATE®. 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...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$12.46 - $89.73
- ATE®Brake Reservoir GrommetBrake Reservoir Grommet by ATE®. 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...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$4.00 - $7.58
- Crown®Brake Pad Spring KitBrake Pad Spring Kit by Crown®. The Crown product leaves nothing to be desired. It provides OE quality and reliability and combines them with the perfect fit and function. Offered at a highly attractive and competitive price, this...Perfect fit for the first timeOE quality and functionality$18.87 - $37.78
- Dorman®Brake Master Cylinder ReservoirBrake Master Cylinder Reservoir by Dorman®. Dorman offers a variety of Brake Master Cylinder Reservoirs for a range of applications. All Brake Master Cylinder Reservoirs are constructed of high-quality material for long-lasting durability.Direct replacement for a proper fitA necessary safety item helps prevent brake fluid from splashing and/or leaking$43.00 - $112.05
- ATE®Brake ReservoirBrake Reservoir by ATE®. 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$29.03 - $267.42
- ACDelco®GM Original Equipment™ Electronic Brake Control Module KitGM Original Equipment™ Electronic Brake Control Module 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...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$136.85 - $778.75
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ ABS Pressure Monitor SwitchGenuine GM Parts™ ABS Pressure Monitor 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...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$66.05
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Parking Brake Release HandleGenuine GM Parts™ Parking Brake Release Handle 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$13.36 - $37.38
- DIY Solutions®Parking Brake Pedal Release HandleParking Brake Pedal Release Handle 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...Designed to help restore your vehicle to its former gloryQuick replacement to let you enjoy an awesome ride again$24.75 - $97.41$27.49 - $107.05Save up to 10%
- SKP®Parking Brake Pedal Release HandleParking Brake Pedal Release Handle by SKP®. 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...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$5.50 - $27.89
- ACDelco®GM Genuine Parts Brake Dust Shield KitGM Genuine Parts Brake Dust Shield Kit by ACDelco®. Parking Brake Actuator Splash Shield. GM Genuine Parts Brake Dust Shield Kits are designed, engineered, and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors. GM Genuine...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$63.38
- ACDelco®GM Original Equipment™ Brake Dust ShieldsGM Original Equipment™ Brake Dust Shields 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$4.09 - $75.50
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Brake Backing PlateGenuine GM Parts™ Brake Backing Plate 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$8.56 - $72.64
- Goodmark®Brake Backing PlatesBrake Backing Plates by Goodmark®. Some other restoration sheet metal companies may carry popular panels like hoods, fenders and quarter panels, but far too often they come up empty when you need supporting parts like braces, brackets...Faithful reproduction of the original partHighest quality sheet metal parts available$51.06 - $96.52
- Vaico®Brake Dust ShieldBrake Dust Shield by Vaico®. 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$15.30 - $632.57
- Mopar®Brake Pedal Position SensorBrake Pedal Position Sensor 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...Ideal solution to keep your vehicle in top shapeCrafted from premium-grade materials and the latest technology$6.76 - $54.29
- Genuine®Brake Fluid Pressure SensorBrake Fluid Pressure Sensor 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$110.95
- Standard®Intermotor™ Brake Fluid Pressure SensorIntermotor™ Brake Fluid Pressure Sensor by Standard®. Standard is to be the leading independent supplier to the automotive aftermarket, providing the highest quality products, competitive prices and the highest reputation for...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$92.84 - $428.56
- Standard®Ported Vacuum SwitchPorted Vacuum Switch by Standard®. Standard is to be the leading independent supplier to the automotive aftermarket, providing the highest quality products, competitive prices and the highest reputation for integrity to all channels of...OE quality parts from top original equipment and aftermarket manufacturersThe finest quality at a great price$22.89 - $87.03
- WVE®Brake Fluid Level SensorBrake Fluid Level Sensor by WVE®. Replace your worn-out or faulty component with this quality replacement from WVE. This product is designed and tested to ensure the ultimate in durability and functionality. Made to meet or exceed the...Excellent replacement for your worn-out factory partDesigned to keep your vehicle running reliably mile after mile$6.35 - $302.32
- WVE®Brake Fluid Level Sensor ConnectorBrake Fluid Level Sensor Connector by WVE®. Replace your worn-out or faulty component with this quality replacement from WVE. This product is designed and tested to ensure the ultimate in durability and functionality. Made to meet or...Excellent replacement for your worn-out factory partDesigned to keep your vehicle running reliably mile after mile$16.93 - $69.31
- EBC®Fully-Floating Slotted Brake Rotor Replacement RingsFully-Floating Slotted Brake Rotor Replacement Rings by EBC®. This Fully-Floating Slotted Brake Rotor Replacement Ring is cast from the highest-grade disc alloy G3500. Derived from race technology and having a high carbon and high...$150.76 - $993.95
- Mopar®Hex Lock Nut And WasherHex Lock Nut And Washer 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...Carefully crafted from premium materialsExcellent corrosion and wear resistance$3.74 - $28.94
- DBA®5000 Series Replacement Rotor Ring5000 Series Replacement Rotor Ring by DBA®. This is a replacement outer rotor section of the 2-piece 5000 series rotor that features an aluminum center section. Crafted with high-carbon iron and cured with a patented process that...$279.73 - $529.10
- DBA®HD 5000XS Series™ Drilled and Slotted Brake Rotor RingHD 5000XS Series™ Drilled and Slotted Brake Rotor Ring by DBA®. One per pack. This is a replacement outer rotor section of the 2-piece 5000 series rotor that features an aluminum center section. Crafted with high-carbon iron and cured...$350.02 - $502.59
- Wilwood®Lug Mount Bracket KitLug Mount Bracket Kit by Wilwood®. 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$128.26
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.