Brake pads for my Envoy, I need suggestions.

Starchild · 08-11-2009, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by 68TriShield

EDIT: Disc brake pads are easy to install yourself.

poker · 08-11-2009, 10:20 AM

The Four Main Types of Brake Pads

Semi-Metallic

Semi-metallic brake pads contain a mix of 30 to 65 percent of metal and typically include chopped steel wool or wire, iron powder, copper or graphite mixed with inorganic fillers. They also contain friction modifiers that bond all the components together. These pads have a reputation of being durable and of having excellent heat transfer; however, they wear rotors down quickly, are noisy and may not perform up to par in cooler temperatures.

Non-Asbestos Organic

Sometimes listed as organic or NAO, these types of brake pads are made from fibers such as glass, rubber, carbon and Kevlar. In addition, non-asbestos organic brake pads have filler materials and high-temperature resins. These pads are softer and quieter than other types of pads, but they wear faster and create more brake dust.

Low-Metallic NAO

These types of brake pads are made from an organic formula mixed with small (10 to 30 percent) amounts of copper or steel to help with heat transfer and provide better breaking. With the added metal, there is more break dust and they might be slightly noisier.

Ceramic

These are composed of ceramic fibers, nonferrous filler materials, bonding agents and possibly small amounts of metal. They are lighter in color and more expensive than other brake pads and are cleaner and quieter. In addition, they offer excellent braking without wearing down the rotors. Most ceramic-based linings perform well in a wide variety of areas; but for some, other materials work just as well – if not better. Ceramic is not a generic term for a type of friction material – it is a description that covers a wide spectrum of friction materials. The only thing they have in common is that they contain some kind of ceramic as an ingredient.

e-man67 · 08-11-2009, 10:23 AM

Very easy to install...I don't buy ceramic b/c they didn't last me any longer. I would be surprised it you needed rear pads...hell the rears will last you 75k+ on the rears since most of the breaking is done (pressure) on the fronts.... disk break pads for decent ones on domestic cars run about $40 or less for for both sides. Autozone had these lifetime pads for like $30 and when they wear out (which they do) you take them back with your reciept and they hand you another set at no charge. If you need a coach on DIY I can walk you through it.

08-11-2009, 10:20 AM	#2
poker 1:11 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Kelly Location: SoCal Posts: 5,280 Trading: (7)	Re: Brake pads for my Envoy, I need suggestions. The Four Main Types of Brake Pads Semi-Metallic Semi-metallic brake pads contain a mix of 30 to 65 percent of metal and typically include chopped steel wool or wire, iron powder, copper or graphite mixed with inorganic fillers. They also contain friction modifiers that bond all the components together. These pads have a reputation of being durable and of having excellent heat transfer; however, they wear rotors down quickly, are noisy and may not perform up to par in cooler temperatures. Non-Asbestos Organic Sometimes listed as organic or NAO, these types of brake pads are made from fibers such as glass, rubber, carbon and Kevlar. In addition, non-asbestos organic brake pads have filler materials and high-temperature resins. These pads are softer and quieter than other types of pads, but they wear faster and create more brake dust. Low-Metallic NAO These types of brake pads are made from an organic formula mixed with small (10 to 30 percent) amounts of copper or steel to help with heat transfer and provide better breaking. With the added metal, there is more break dust and they might be slightly noisier. Ceramic These are composed of ceramic fibers, nonferrous filler materials, bonding agents and possibly small amounts of metal. They are lighter in color and more expensive than other brake pads and are cleaner and quieter. In addition, they offer excellent braking without wearing down the rotors. Most ceramic-based linings perform well in a wide variety of areas; but for some, other materials work just as well – if not better. Ceramic is not a generic term for a type of friction material – it is a description that covers a wide spectrum of friction materials. The only thing they have in common is that they contain some kind of ceramic as an ingredient. __________________ Cigar Asylum: A cigar board birthed without agendas, without profiting, and without advertisements. Amor puro Character is what you do when no one is watching

08-11-2009, 10:23 AM	#3
e-man67 Big Drunkin Monkey!! Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: Eric Posts: 1,480 Trading: (29)	Re: Brake pads for my Envoy, I need suggestions. Very easy to install...I don't buy ceramic b/c they didn't last me any longer. I would be surprised it you needed rear pads...hell the rears will last you 75k+ on the rears since most of the breaking is done (pressure) on the fronts.... disk break pads for decent ones on domestic cars run about $40 or less for for both sides. Autozone had these lifetime pads for like $30 and when they wear out (which they do) you take them back with your reciept and they hand you another set at no charge. If you need a coach on DIY I can walk you through it.