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dale88jrdew · 01-18-2016, 07:50 PM

Hi All,

I recently went from a 2010 1LT (Synergy Green Edition) to a 2014 2SS/RS Convertible. I know there are definitely differences in the braking system - but wondered if that would be the cause of so much brake dust.

On my 2010 my wheels stayed clean most all the time, especially the inside surface of the rim. I'm finding on my '14 a few days after I clean them they are dirty again and the inside surface is pretty dark. When I got the car (used) I thought they just hadn't been cleaned in awhile so scrubbed the inside surface and it looked good - but it appears it just turns that way from normal driving.

Any suggestions? When I got the car I brought it home and detailed, wax, polish, etc. and put some wax on the wheels, thought that would help, but nope, they are still coated. grrr.

Here's a picture by the way - such a difference not only from the LT to the SS but from the '10 to '14 as well!

witenite · 01-18-2016, 07:54 PM

It's the brembos brake pads. They dust like crazy.

Spec · 01-18-2016, 07:57 PM

Ceramic pads spew less brake dust, but you're risking brake noise/squeal in return.

Rock-It Man · 01-18-2016, 07:59 PM

Way more brake area on the SS.

But don't these Brembos feel great?

Splat · 01-18-2016, 08:01 PM

You learn to deal with it.

stock block · 01-18-2016, 08:05 PM

mr. clean eraser pad works good for cleaning off brake dust ,you should see my buddys 04 CTS-V lol you would think he drove in a coal mine to get to work

OHIOSS · 01-18-2016, 09:33 PM

I have a 2010 SS and I put ceramic pads on 3-4 years ago because I couldn't deal with the dang brake dust. I have hardly no brake dust now, and I have never had any brake squeal or any other problems. They work better than the original pads and very little dust. One of the best things I've done, I have custom wheels and I was sick of cleaning the wheels.

norf · 01-18-2016, 09:41 PM

I get a ton of brake dust on my v6 too. I don't even drive that much.

Tenring · 01-18-2016, 09:50 PM

I am also tired of the brake dust, changing pads shortly.

Spec · 01-18-2016, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by OHIOSS

I have a 2010 SS and I put ceramic pads on 3-4 years ago because I couldn't deal with the dang brake dust. I have hardly no brake dust now, and I have never had any brake squeal or any other problems. They work better than the original pads and very little dust. One of the best things I've done, I have custom wheels and I was sick of cleaning the wheels.

Nice. What brand are you wearing?

witenite · 01-18-2016, 10:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spec

Nice. What brand are you wearing?

Yeah, please share that with us.

PalmerGA · 01-19-2016, 05:47 AM

The best thing about the 2013 Midnight Silver wheels is brake dust doesn't show as much. It's still there... just not as noticeable.

hrpiii · 01-19-2016, 08:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spec

Nice. What brand are you wearing?

I think most use Hawk Performance. I too put these on years ago. Much less dust, no squealing and I love them. I may need to replace the fronts this year, as I have had them on a while, along with some spirited driving through the mountains many times, along with drag racing.

Moto-Mojo · 01-19-2016, 08:57 AM

Or do this...

01-18-2016, 07:50 PM	#1
dale88jrdew Brad Drives: 2016 2LT/RS Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Myrtle Beach, SC Posts: 60 View My Garage	Brake Dust? Hi All, I recently went from a 2010 1LT (Synergy Green Edition) to a 2014 2SS/RS Convertible. I know there are definitely differences in the braking system - but wondered if that would be the cause of so much brake dust. On my 2010 my wheels stayed clean most all the time, especially the inside surface of the rim. I'm finding on my '14 a few days after I clean them they are dirty again and the inside surface is pretty dark. When I got the car (used) I thought they just hadn't been cleaned in awhile so scrubbed the inside surface and it looked good - but it appears it just turns that way from normal driving. Any suggestions? When I got the car I brought it home and detailed, wax, polish, etc. and put some wax on the wheels, thought that would help, but nope, they are still coated. grrr. Here's a picture by the way - such a difference not only from the LT to the SS but from the '10 to '14 as well! Attached Images

01-18-2016, 08:01 PM	#5
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01-19-2016, 05:47 AM	#12
PalmerGA Drives: 2013 SIM 1SS/RS L99 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Southwest GA Posts: 8,755 View My Garage	The best thing about the 2013 Midnight Silver wheels is brake dust doesn't show as much. It's still there... just not as noticeable. __________________ 2013 1SS/RS Coupe L99, Stainless Power Works LT Headers, SCT X4 Custom Tune from RDP, CAI Inc. Air Intake w/ Apex Scoop, VMAX CNC Ported Throttle Body, Solo Axle-Back Exhaust w/ J-pipes, Apex Catch Can, Husky Splash Guards, Heritage Grille, 3D Carbon Rear Spoiler, Oracle Chrome Turn Signal Bulbs, GM Reverse Light Trim Billets, Gorilla Black Locking Lugs, Emblem Pros Retro SS Badges/Custom Retro SS Kickplates/Under-hood Bowtie, 35% window Tint, Nitto Motivo Tires (6-8-18)

01-19-2016, 08:57 AM	#14
Moto-Mojo Fast Cars and Old Guitars Drives: 2015 2SS RS (L99, baby!) Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: N. CA Posts: 3,974	Or do this... __________________ “I don’t want to belong to any club that would have me as a member.” - Groucho Marx

01-18-2016, 07:54 PM	#2
witenite Drives: 2010 2SS non RS Join Date: May 2014 Location: Virginia Posts: 3,253 View My Garage	It's the brembos brake pads. They dust like crazy.

01-18-2016, 07:57 PM	#3
Spec Account Suspended Drives: 2010 Camaro 1SS LS3 Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Riverside, CA Posts: 4,018	Ceramic pads spew less brake dust, but you're risking brake noise/squeal in return.

01-18-2016, 07:59 PM	#4
Rock-It Man 376 cubic inches of fun Drives: 2023 Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MA Posts: 4,033 View My Garage	Way more brake area on the SS. But don't these Brembos feel great?

01-18-2016, 08:05 PM	#6
stock block Drives: 2015 zl1 Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Calgary Posts: 200	mr. clean eraser pad works good for cleaning off brake dust ,you should see my buddys 04 CTS-V lol you would think he drove in a coal mine to get to work

01-18-2016, 09:33 PM	#7
OHIOSS Russ Drives: Yukon Denali, Charger, CamaroSS Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,811	I have a 2010 SS and I put ceramic pads on 3-4 years ago because I couldn't deal with the dang brake dust. I have hardly no brake dust now, and I have never had any brake squeal or any other problems. They work better than the original pads and very little dust. One of the best things I've done, I have custom wheels and I was sick of cleaning the wheels.

01-18-2016, 09:41 PM	#8
norf Drives: 2023 2LT RS Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: WNC Posts: 185	I get a ton of brake dust on my v6 too. I don't even drive that much.

01-18-2016, 09:50 PM	#9
Tenring Drives: 2014 2SS/RS - SIM Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Arizona Posts: 2,188	I am also tired of the brake dust, changing pads shortly.