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algiorda 02-17-2017 06:11 AM

Interested in installing Ceramic Pads, any input?
 
My brakes seem a little spongy and I plan on doing a fluid flush and pad replacement.

I'm pretty much sick of the brake dust on my wheels and I'm considering Ceramic pads which I have on my Cadillac. They perform well and do not emit any dust.

Anyone have experience with Ceramics and can recommend a decent brand?

I have a 2004 S Special Edition.

JayG 02-17-2017 06:32 AM

What kind of driving are you planning on doing
street
AX
track

I run different pads depending on what I am doing

For street and sometimes AX, I have been using PowerStop ceramics they stop on a dime and give 5 cents change.
They are fairly inexpensive, ~ $35 an axle on amazon
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003YOCLWY/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3HC0 TWCL7KNZJ&coliid=I2NWZTXPGSWVT7
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007K1KZLG/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_S_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3HC0T WCL7KNZJ&coliid=IHPX9WKRAKLGQ


ENC RedStuff is also a great pad. You can spend a lot more $$ and not get any better performance

For track, I use otherpads

thstone 02-17-2017 07:50 AM

Ceramic pads will greatly reduce brake dust and most stop as well or better than the OEM pads. I used EBC Redstuff but there are many well known brands to choose from.

j.fro 02-17-2017 07:54 AM

+1 on EBC Redstuff pads.

algiorda 02-17-2017 07:55 AM

Thanks Jay,

Just using the Box as a daily driver right now, although I do live within striking distance of Sebring. I would re-evaluate the entire vehicle for track use, but not very likely with what I consider a somewhat collectible vehicle (although some may disagree).

I like your choice in pads, they look very good. Do you think I should also evaluate the rotors when I switch to Ceramic or is that a non-issue.


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