What brand brake pads produce the least amount of brake dust? I'm tired of cleaning my wheels every week. My 2012 has 13K miles on the factory pads. They are probably still good but I'm willing to replace them anyway if I can be assured of another brand that will produces less dust.
Here are some brands: Callahan, Hawk, Carbotech, Duralast, Powerstop, KFP, Napa. I don't race so don't need a race type pad just one that produces the least amount of dust without breaking the bank.
Almost any quality ceramic brake pad (i.e. GM Durastop Ceramic Pads, Hawk Ceramics etc.) will reduce the amount of brake dust generated by the stock metallic pads. Stopping distance will be reduced a little bit compared to stock pads until warmed up.
Thanks! Looks like Ceramic is the key. I just checked mine and they appear to be less than 1/2 worn out. Don't understand why GM would put on pads that create this much dust. But I suppose they hold good so safety was their concern.
I was tired of the dust too and had concerns with going with ceramic due to possible squeaking. They haven't made a sound and dust has been cut way down. :yeadog:
The AC Delco ceramic pads I bought in the winter of 2012 for my C5Z are still at 80% front / 95% back after a 6 or so low speed auto-x sessions and an all day high speed training course. I will admit they were a little mushy after the high speed session but firmed back up after things cooled down.
2MchFun is correct, not recommended for track use but I drive like an old man. :lol:
If you want a little more fade resistance than the usual ceramic and non-corrosive dust, Carbotech's Bobcat (1521) formula is what I use with the Brembo's on the wife's car.
I have used both the GM and Hawk ceramic pads. Both are excellent for all around street us. The GM pads were basically dustless while the Hawk pads had some dust but it was a light gray color. Hope this helps.
What are the OE pads for 2004 C-5 Z06? Ceramic or Semi-metallic? Are they the size as 2003 50thAE pads?
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