Brake Pads

[Doc8404]

Akenobo were cheapest for me at amazon...
doing hubs and brakes all around on the Altima.
Advance Auto and Auto Zone, even with 20% off for Black Friday, were still $100 more.

 

[The Critic]

Honda OE pads are very inexpensive and includes a new shim kit. My cost from the dealer is about $50/set and there isn't a better choice for consistent results.

For most Honda front brake jobs, you should also plan on resurfacing (on-car-lathe) or replacing the rotors with each brake job for optimal results.

 

[nthach]

Wagner ThermoQuiets also use a weird backing plate design that doesn't work right on some cars - some applications are shimmed rather than using their IMI molded insulator design.

Also, the backing plate or the slide ears on them tend to be shorter than OEM spec - which can lead to clicking/clunking noises when the brakes are applied.

 

[asiancivicmaniac]

AAP Platinum are pretty good if you can't get Akebono

 

[Boss302fan]

I have Bosch on my sons 2010 Civic and they seem to fit and work very well. I use Akebono ceramics on my Lexus and Hyundai and so far they work great...

 

[2010Civic]

+1 to using OEM pads. Spend an extra 10 bucks and get pads that you know won't give you troubles. Especially since it is your daughters car and she doesn't live nearby.

 

[firefinder]

Akebono ProACT pads are fantastic.
I used to work in the plant that makes them.

Akebono is a OEM supplier.
The pads they make for aftermarket are just as good, sometimes better.

FYI, Akebono bought out Bosch North American Brake division about 3 or 4 years ago.