Brake Pads? What works better then OEM? - Page 2 - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

LSX Camaro · 10-25-2012, 02:09 PM

Brake Performance makes a Rotor and Pad upgrade for the Camaro. There are several choices on brake material, rotor type and finish.

I chose the Black Zinc coated rotors that are slotted and dimpled. The pads are their performance street version.

ITGuy11 · 10-25-2012, 09:40 PM

I have been using the hawk hps pads for over a year with no issues. Less dust than stock with a little better stopping power.

JusticePete · 10-25-2012, 10:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ITGuy11

I have been using the hawk hps pads for over a year with no issues. Less dust than stock with a little better stopping power.

Less dust and more stopping power don't equate. Brake dust is the by product of stopping. Most of the dust is from the rotor. The more aggressive, the better the stopping power. The more aggressive the pad, the more dust they generate.

speedmon · 10-25-2012, 10:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JusticePete

Less dust and more stopping power don't equate. Brake dust is the by product of stopping. Most of the dust is from the rotor. The more aggressive, the better the stopping power. The more aggressive the pad, the more dust they generate.

I agree....

I drove my car again today.....and if I have to apply more pressure to the pedal and the car doesn't stop as quickly (as with the OEM pads) then there is NOT more stopping power. I did notice that they generate less dust which is always suspicious for what I want. My Tahoe with OEM brakes now stops better than my Camaro......

I don't have time to do a swap until next week, which gives me enough time for online order and delivery. Any recommendations?

I like cold sticky brakes that get stickier as they heat up.

JusticePete · 10-25-2012, 10:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by speedmon

I agree....

I drove my car again today.....and if I have to apply more pressure to the pedal and the car doesn't stop as quickly (as with the OEM pads) then there is NOT more stopping power. I did notice that they generate less dust which is always suspicious for what I want. My Tahoe with OEM brakes now stops better than my Camaro......

I don't have time to do a swap until next week, which gives me enough time for online order and delivery. Any recommendations?

I like cold sticky brakes that get stickier as they heat up.

OEM pads with high quality brake fluid.

If you track, get your pads from Carbotech or Cobalt Friction and run SRF fluid.

speedmon · 10-25-2012, 11:43 PM

Pete,
Do you have any experience with CarboTech?

They make a variety of compounds for the Camaro, which is good, and their site offers good data to make a decision.

What do you think about the AX6 compound? It says its for autocross, but folks use em for street too.

http://www.ctbrakes.com/brake-compounds.asp#1

I can always go back to the OEM pad......just wanted something a little better.

R8E1D · 10-26-2012, 07:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by speedmon

Pete,
Do you have any experience with CarboTech?

They make a variety of compounds for the Camaro, which is good, and their site offers good data to make a decision.

What do you think about the AX6 compound? It says its for autocross, but folks use em for street too.

http://www.ctbrakes.com/brake-compounds.asp#1

I can always go back to the OEM pad......just wanted something a little better.

I'd say he like them. Post #17
http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=255868

Norm Peterson · 10-26-2012, 09:00 AM

For some strange reason, that thread link isn't working directly. Is this it?

OP - I've had somewhat mixed results with the HPS pads. Very good with good initial bite on the '95 Mazda 626 and '01 Maxima, not quite as good on the Mustang (though still a tad bit better than the OE pads). I have no idea why.

If you stay with the Hawk line, you might be happier with the HP+. They do bite a whole lot more aggressively if you've got any warmth in the brakes at all. Enough more that you'll be "recalibrating" your right foot in order to modulate them properly - and then back again if/when you drive most anything else. If you can comfortably do that, the improved feel is worth the extra dust that they throw off.

Norm

R8E1D · 10-26-2012, 09:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Norm Peterson

For some strange reason, that thread link isn't working directly. Is this it?

Norm

Yeah that's it. I must have deleted a dot or something. Thanks!

speedmon · 10-26-2012, 11:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by R8E1D

Yeah that's it. I must have deleted a dot or something. Thanks!

No....I think their site is down....I've been getting "no service" this morning.

TBone · 10-27-2012, 02:59 PM

Try this one, http://www.ctbrakes.com/brake-pads.asp and choose Chevrolet cars.

I use their Bobcats, 1521, on the front with some leftover HPS rear for the street and then their XP12 Front and XP8 Rear for the track. They are phenomenal! So much so I even put them on my DD '97 Grand Marquis. I get more dust from the HPS' than the Carbo's. Once I use up the HPS' I will put 1521's on the rear as well.

Give them a call, Mike Jr. usually answers the phone, and they can hook you up. For an extra 20 bones you can get them prebedded. Put them on and drive with no hassles of beddding them. It is worth it.

T.

OHIO SPEED · 10-27-2012, 03:20 PM

EBC Red Stuff Pads

Todd TCE · 10-27-2012, 03:21 PM

I'd agree with the Wilwood Poly E comments for the most part. A great street/light track use compound. However most folks detest the metallic noise this pad can generate. You have to endure some trade offs here in pad selection...there's no free lunch.

L99CAMA2011 · 10-27-2012, 04:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JusticePete

The OEM pads are a very good street / light track pad. If you were going to track I would have a short list for you. On the street, OE pads would be my choice.

Would this be better with stainless steel braided brake lines. I just got my lines installed today and what a difference even with stock pads and rotors.

10-27-2012, 02:59 PM	#25
TBone Negative Camber Junkie Drives: 2010 1SS LS3/6MN ABM 1 of 23 Join Date: May 2009 Location: ChiTown, IL Posts: 1,824	Try this one, http://www.ctbrakes.com/brake-pads.asp and choose Chevrolet cars. I use their Bobcats, 1521, on the front with some leftover HPS rear for the street and then their XP12 Front and XP8 Rear for the track. They are phenomenal! So much so I even put them on my DD '97 Grand Marquis. I get more dust from the HPS' than the Carbo's. Once I use up the HPS' I will put 1521's on the rear as well. Give them a call, Mike Jr. usually answers the phone, and they can hook you up. For an extra 20 bones you can get them prebedded. Put them on and drive with no hassles of beddding them. It is worth it. T. __________________ "Horsepower is something that looks great in a Magazine article, but suspension is what actually gets you around the track fast.." Jack Olsen The drag strip is like sniffing glue, it's cheap, it's a decent buzz, it doesn't last long and they are all the same. Road racing is like China White Heroin, the buzz is stronger, the high lasts for hours, it's extremely addictive and they are all different. I can't wait for my next Track fix. DA HAWKS OWN DA CUP!!!!!

10-27-2012, 03:20 PM	#26
OHIO SPEED Drives: 2010 1LT v6 Twin Turbo Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Northeast Ohio Posts: 5,843 View My Garage	brake pads EBC Red Stuff Pads

10-25-2012, 02:09 PM	#15
LSX Camaro Master ASE, GM, LSX Tech. Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,034	Brake Performance makes a Rotor and Pad upgrade for the Camaro. There are several choices on brake material, rotor type and finish. I chose the Black Zinc coated rotors that are slotted and dimpled. The pads are their performance street version.

10-25-2012, 09:40 PM	#16
ITGuy11 Burning up tires Drives: 2023 ZL1 Vert Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Macomb Twp, MI Posts: 717	I have been using the hawk hps pads for over a year with no issues. Less dust than stock with a little better stopping power.

10-25-2012, 11:43 PM	#20
speedmon Drives: C6 Z06 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 572	Pete, Do you have any experience with CarboTech? They make a variety of compounds for the Camaro, which is good, and their site offers good data to make a decision. What do you think about the AX6 compound? It says its for autocross, but folks use em for street too. http://www.ctbrakes.com/brake-compounds.asp#1 I can always go back to the OEM pad......just wanted something a little better.

10-26-2012, 09:00 AM	#22
Norm Peterson corner barstool sitter Drives: 08 Mustang GT, 19 WRX Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Eastern Time Zone Posts: 6,990	For some strange reason, that thread link isn't working directly. Is this it? OP - I've had somewhat mixed results with the HPS pads. Very good with good initial bite on the '95 Mazda 626 and '01 Maxima, not quite as good on the Mustang (though still a tad bit better than the OE pads). I have no idea why. If you stay with the Hawk line, you might be happier with the HP+. They do bite a whole lot more aggressively if you've got any warmth in the brakes at all. Enough more that you'll be "recalibrating" your right foot in order to modulate them properly - and then back again if/when you drive most anything else. If you can comfortably do that, the improved feel is worth the extra dust that they throw off. Norm

10-27-2012, 03:21 PM	#27
Todd TCE Drives: Wells Coyote Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: tempe Posts: 77	I'd agree with the Wilwood Poly E comments for the most part. A great street/light track use compound. However most folks detest the metallic noise this pad can generate. You have to endure some trade offs here in pad selection...there's no free lunch.