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silverstorm · 03-27-2018, 09:00 PM

What brake pad replacement do you recommend? Just looking to find a decent price with good feedback on some. Also how difficult would it be for a first timer?

Stewart · 03-27-2018, 10:12 PM

Silverstorm, i use these from Auto Zone. The last pair (front) lasted me around 30K miles. Absolutely no break dust to deal with. Just pick up some brake cleaner, anti-squeal lube and brake grease and you will not have any problems. Do yourself a favor and do one side at a time (taking apart and installing the new) You may want to replace your rotors as well if they are worn. I used to get mine milled but it is just as easy to put new rotors and pads on.

https://www.autozone.com/brake-syste...451_32180_4024

Stewart · 03-27-2018, 10:13 PM

rear rotors: https://www.autozone.com/brakes-and-...questid=217711

front rotors: https://www.autozone.com/brakes-and-...questid=217867

Stewart · 03-27-2018, 10:20 PM

Brake grease that I use:
https://www.autozone.com/brake-and-p...ant/182197_0_0

This is the brake quiter I just got this at the store today as I did my front this morning so not sure why it says it is not available, but it works great. Just remember to follow the directions and let it dry for a couple of minutes before installing the pads.
https://www.autozone.com/brake-and-p...uch/526715_0_0

Bigbear1003 · 03-28-2018, 08:36 AM

I just replaced pads and rotors with Power Stop Z23 evolution from Auto Anything. They had good reviews and found some guys on here recommend them. They are on sale now with free shipping. Install and brake in was easy.

http://www.autoanything.com/brakes/p...ion-brake-kits

V8only · 03-28-2018, 03:06 PM

rockauto.com has original GM oem pads for $50 I think

W.E.G. · 03-28-2018, 03:17 PM

Any FF-rated pad will be fine for enegetic street driving.

You do NOT have to get pads that have the "roller skate" feature.

Be prepared to buy the front pins SEPARATELY from the front pads, because the vendors can't seem to include the front pins. Wilwood doesn't even include the front clips.

You will need to buy the pins (clips too are included) separately from various vendors on Amazon or eBay.
Price is $20 for the front pins and clips.

W.E.G. · 03-28-2018, 03:24 PM

Replacement of pads and rotors is extremely easy on Gen 5 Camaros.

The hardest part of the job is getting the old rotor off the hub.

The trick for getting the rotor off is to put a thick piece of wood against the rotor after you have removed the T-30 Torx retaining bit.
Smack the piece of wood hard with a hammer. This will dislodge the rotor from the hub.

Put a SMALL amount of anti-seize on the mating surface of the hub when you install the new rotor.

Clean the face of each hub well with a wire brush before installing the new rotor.
You want there to be ZERO rust or foreign material on the face of the hub when the rotor is installed. Make sure too there is no foreign material adhered to the mating surface on the wheel before you install the wheel.
Sloppy work on these mating surfaces is the number one cause of brake pulsation on new brakes.

Be sure the retaining pins for the pads are driven BELOW FLUSH when installing the pins.

Use an appropriately-sized brass punch to drive the pins, or you will tattoo the caliper with your hammer.

W.E.G. · 03-28-2018, 03:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bigbear1003

I just replaced pads and rotors with Power Stop Z23 evolution from Auto Anything. They had good reviews and found some guys on here recommend them. They are on sale now with free shipping. Install and brake in was easy.

http://www.autoanything.com/brakes/p...ion-brake-kits

Those pads and rotors are probably fine if you select the SS option when ordering.

The default image shows pads and clips for V6 cars.

W.E.G. · 03-28-2018, 03:37 PM

When the SS option is selected, it shows correct pads and clips, but no pins to be seen.
Note too, it only shows two clips.
You need FOUR clips to complete the job.

Bigbear1003 did you receive new front and rear pins with your order?

Did you have to re-use any of your pre-existing pins or clips?

I also note that the pad material is described as "ceramic."
Ceramic pads have less stopping capability than metallic pads.
http://www.atlautosports.com/ceramic...ic-brake-pads/

Our SS cars came with metallic pads as the OEM type material.

Stewart · 03-28-2018, 09:46 PM

W.E.G You are correct the pins were not included. All I did was sprayed the old ones down with brake cleaner, lightly sanded then down with fine sand paper just to bring back the shine (not for cosmetic reasons just to make sure that they are clean) then sprayed them down again, greased them up and installed them. Yes, you are correct that the SS came with metallic pads in which causes a lot of brake dust. The carbon fiber brake pads that I recently installed and have used in the past do not generate brake dust which saves on cleaning the rims, keeping it off the side of the car as well as the build up on the rotors and calipers. I feel they stop the car the same if not better then the OEM pads and rotors. Here are the pads and rotors that I used from Auto Zone and the finally cost was around 280.00. The metal clips were included.

Bigbear1003 · 03-29-2018, 09:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by W.E.G.

When the SS option is selected, it shows correct pads and clips, but no pins to be seen.
Note too, it only shows two clips.
You need FOUR clips to complete the job.

Bigbear1003 did you receive new front and rear pins with your order?

Did you have to re-use any of your pre-existing pins or clips?

I also note that the pad material is described as "ceramic."
Ceramic pads have less stopping capability than metallic pads.
http://www.atlautosports.com/ceramic...ic-brake-pads/

Our SS cars came with metallic pads as the OEM type material.

No pins only clips and new rubber for the pins. I order pins with caliper bolts from Autozone.

03-27-2018, 09:00 PM	#1
silverstorm Drives: 2014 Camaro 2LS Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 213 View My Garage	Brake Pads What brake pad replacement do you recommend? Just looking to find a decent price with good feedback on some. Also how difficult would it be for a first timer?

03-27-2018, 10:12 PM	#2
Stewart Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS RS & Ground effects Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Lower Desert Cali Posts: 1,229 View My Garage	Silverstorm, i use these from Auto Zone. The last pair (front) lasted me around 30K miles. Absolutely no break dust to deal with. Just pick up some brake cleaner, anti-squeal lube and brake grease and you will not have any problems. Do yourself a favor and do one side at a time (taking apart and installing the new) You may want to replace your rotors as well if they are worn. I used to get mine milled but it is just as easy to put new rotors and pads on. https://www.autozone.com/brake-syste...451_32180_4024 __________________ Don’t walk in front of me, I may not follow; Don’t walk behind me, I may not lead; Walk beside me, and just be my friend. MY BUILD LINK: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=484260 Last edited by Stewart; 03-29-2018 at 11:16 AM.

03-27-2018, 10:13 PM	#3
Stewart Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS RS & Ground effects Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Lower Desert Cali Posts: 1,229 View My Garage	rear rotors: https://www.autozone.com/brakes-and-...questid=217711 front rotors: https://www.autozone.com/brakes-and-...questid=217867 __________________ Don’t walk in front of me, I may not follow; Don’t walk behind me, I may not lead; Walk beside me, and just be my friend. MY BUILD LINK: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=484260

03-27-2018, 10:20 PM	#4
Stewart Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS RS & Ground effects Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Lower Desert Cali Posts: 1,229 View My Garage	Brake grease that I use: https://www.autozone.com/brake-and-p...ant/182197_0_0 This is the brake quiter I just got this at the store today as I did my front this morning so not sure why it says it is not available, but it works great. Just remember to follow the directions and let it dry for a couple of minutes before installing the pads. https://www.autozone.com/brake-and-p...uch/526715_0_0 __________________ Don’t walk in front of me, I may not follow; Don’t walk behind me, I may not lead; Walk beside me, and just be my friend. MY BUILD LINK: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=484260 Last edited by Stewart; 03-29-2018 at 11:17 AM.

03-28-2018, 03:06 PM	#6
V8only Drives: 2012 camaro 45th 2ss/rs Centri SC Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: So cal Posts: 136	rockauto.com has original GM oem pads for $50 I think __________________ Jeremy -2012 Camaro SS 45th M6-Kraftwerks Supercharger -2003 Avalanche z71-6" on 35's. DD 290k miles -66 mustang fuel injected resto-mod

03-28-2018, 08:36 AM	#5
Bigbear1003 Drives: 2015 Camaro LT Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Phoenix, NY Posts: 22	I just replaced pads and rotors with Power Stop Z23 evolution from Auto Anything. They had good reviews and found some guys on here recommend them. They are on sale now with free shipping. Install and brake in was easy. http://www.autoanything.com/brakes/p...ion-brake-kits

03-28-2018, 03:17 PM	#7
W.E.G. breaker of things Drives: 2011 SS and 1988 Sport Coupe Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Virginia Posts: 110	Any FF-rated pad will be fine for enegetic street driving. You do NOT have to get pads that have the "roller skate" feature. Be prepared to buy the front pins SEPARATELY from the front pads, because the vendors can't seem to include the front pins. Wilwood doesn't even include the front clips. You will need to buy the pins (clips too are included) separately from various vendors on Amazon or eBay. Price is $20 for the front pins and clips. Attached Images

03-28-2018, 03:24 PM	#8
W.E.G. breaker of things Drives: 2011 SS and 1988 Sport Coupe Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Virginia Posts: 110	Replacement of pads and rotors is extremely easy on Gen 5 Camaros. The hardest part of the job is getting the old rotor off the hub. The trick for getting the rotor off is to put a thick piece of wood against the rotor after you have removed the T-30 Torx retaining bit. Smack the piece of wood hard with a hammer. This will dislodge the rotor from the hub. Put a SMALL amount of anti-seize on the mating surface of the hub when you install the new rotor. Clean the face of each hub well with a wire brush before installing the new rotor. You want there to be ZERO rust or foreign material on the face of the hub when the rotor is installed. Make sure too there is no foreign material adhered to the mating surface on the wheel before you install the wheel. Sloppy work on these mating surfaces is the number one cause of brake pulsation on new brakes. Be sure the retaining pins for the pads are driven BELOW FLUSH when installing the pins. Use an appropriately-sized brass punch to drive the pins, or you will tattoo the caliper with your hammer.

03-28-2018, 03:37 PM	#10
W.E.G. breaker of things Drives: 2011 SS and 1988 Sport Coupe Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Virginia Posts: 110	When the SS option is selected, it shows correct pads and clips, but no pins to be seen. Note too, it only shows two clips. You need FOUR clips to complete the job. Bigbear1003 did you receive new front and rear pins with your order? Did you have to re-use any of your pre-existing pins or clips? I also note that the pad material is described as "ceramic." Ceramic pads have less stopping capability than metallic pads. http://www.atlautosports.com/ceramic...ic-brake-pads/ Our SS cars came with metallic pads as the OEM type material. Attached Images

03-28-2018, 09:46 PM	#11
Stewart Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS RS & Ground effects Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Lower Desert Cali Posts: 1,229 View My Garage	W.E.G You are correct the pins were not included. All I did was sprayed the old ones down with brake cleaner, lightly sanded then down with fine sand paper just to bring back the shine (not for cosmetic reasons just to make sure that they are clean) then sprayed them down again, greased them up and installed them. Yes, you are correct that the SS came with metallic pads in which causes a lot of brake dust. The carbon fiber brake pads that I recently installed and have used in the past do not generate brake dust which saves on cleaning the rims, keeping it off the side of the car as well as the build up on the rotors and calipers. I feel they stop the car the same if not better then the OEM pads and rotors. Here are the pads and rotors that I used from Auto Zone and the finally cost was around 280.00. The metal clips were included. Attached Images __________________ Don’t walk in front of me, I may not follow; Don’t walk behind me, I may not lead; Walk beside me, and just be my friend. MY BUILD LINK: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=484260 Last edited by Stewart; 03-29-2018 at 11:12 AM.