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thekoopa 08-18-2009 01:53 PM

Brake pad suggestion
 
Going to buy new brake pads soon and I was searching through threads on here to find what people recommend and it seems everyones opinion is different. I have ceramic pads right now and they squeal at low speeds. I don't really remind the brake dust because I wash my car at least once a week and I have black rims. I saw some organic pads on IPD and they don't look that bad but I just wanted some opinions before I spend the money. Thanks.

daironman 08-18-2009 02:57 PM

I've stuck with the ceramics...I get a little squeaking when backing up, none going forward. I had organics and I don't think you get as much stopping power out of them. PLUS...the dust!! Squeak doesn't bother me too much to want to switch them out...

Carrots 08-19-2009 07:35 AM

Avoid organic pads. Yes, they're quieter, but there's a reason Volvo didn't use organic material. They don't stop as well, and they wear out super- fast. Any good quality semi- metallic or ceramic is a good idea. Want to get rid of noise? thoroughly clean all surfaces that the pad touches- caliper piston, caliper inside, and the caliper bracket where the pads ride. Lubricate the caliper slides with grease intended for that purpose, then use some kind of anti- squeal compound- I prefer the spray- on type- and coat the back of the pads. If you still get squeal, you can bevel the edges of the pads, then recoat with anti- squeal compound. Good luck.


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