I have used both the metlok pads and rotors I would highly recommend them as well. I did not notice any brake dust issues or noise at all and the stopping ability was a big improvement over ceramic. They are budget friendly too. I will say I took the extra time to bed them properly and I think that made a big difference.
Switching to Bendix Fleet Metlok Semi-Metallic pads!
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I took the car with rotors/pads to my mechanic and was told I did not need them replaced right now. I was fooled by another mechanic which I tried out. That mechanic had bent the metal shield over and it was scraping against the rotors making me think it was the wear indicators.
These will go on the shelf and I will be back here to report on them when they are installed.
These will go on the shelf and I will be back here to report on them when they are installed.
If I might add there is a Brembo brake kit sold at the dealerships for the Suburban, Escalade, Silverado, Sierra, Yukon series of trucks. Its price is $3000 but Ive seen it advertised as low as $2200. Its worth it and needs it.
Dynamic Friction is now putting out cheaper rotors/pads for this Brembo setup in both ceramic and metallic. Im not certain of the quality but I would rather have Brembos with Dynamic Friction parts versus stock setup with OEM parts.
Dynamic Friction is now putting out cheaper rotors/pads for this Brembo setup in both ceramic and metallic. Im not certain of the quality but I would rather have Brembos with Dynamic Friction parts versus stock setup with OEM parts.
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I've never regretted spending money on brakes.
Try rock auto for reman calipers, if the option has been out for while may be able to piece together a cheap 'kit'.
Having said that, what you already have should be a noticeable improvement over stock. Especially if bedded correctly.
Used Bendix, Wagner and Napa severe duty pads on several vehicles without issues and all lasted a long time. Prefer Wagner over the others but all worked just fine. I also do not like ceramics and put semi- metallic on all vehicles I've owned
Why do people do this stuff?
People who actually track their cars dont get brembos brake kits to stop better they get those kits to stop more often.
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Fixed calipers have a firmer more positive pedal feel.
Good choice!
Semi-metallic pads work well on heavy vehicles.
I bought a used 2014 Ford F-150 and the brakes were horrible. The rotors were good and the pads were nearly new. I installed Motorcraft Severe Duty all around. Man, what a difference.
Semi-metallic pads work well on heavy vehicles.
I bought a used 2014 Ford F-150 and the brakes were horrible. The rotors were good and the pads were nearly new. I installed Motorcraft Severe Duty all around. Man, what a difference.
I finally got tired of the stock ceramic pads and told my mechanic to change it out with the Bendix pads...
Stock ceramic pads...Felt like the pads were sponges. When I pressed the brake pedal it seemed like it would take a moment to brake the GMC Yukon. It was so bad I increased the following distance because I did not have that faith. Definately would not use the stock pads for towing.
When my mechanic removed the stock pads he showed them to me and said they were falling apart.
Bendix FleetMetlok
Now it feels like something hard is stopping the vehicle. Definately a better feel and spongy sensation is now gone. Does feel "upgraded".
Bendix was one of the only options on RockAuto for a semi-metallic pad. There was Dynamic Friction but there was a few reviews for those versus a lot of good reviews for Bendix.
Only critical comment is on first drive in the morning there is a squeal which goes away as the brakes are used, but its not a big concern. I can live with that.
The bottomline is the way to get this vehicle is with the Brembo brake system but if not possible get semi-metallic pads for the standard brakes.
Stock ceramic pads...Felt like the pads were sponges. When I pressed the brake pedal it seemed like it would take a moment to brake the GMC Yukon. It was so bad I increased the following distance because I did not have that faith. Definately would not use the stock pads for towing.
When my mechanic removed the stock pads he showed them to me and said they were falling apart.
Bendix FleetMetlok
Now it feels like something hard is stopping the vehicle. Definately a better feel and spongy sensation is now gone. Does feel "upgraded".
Bendix was one of the only options on RockAuto for a semi-metallic pad. There was Dynamic Friction but there was a few reviews for those versus a lot of good reviews for Bendix.
Only critical comment is on first drive in the morning there is a squeal which goes away as the brakes are used, but its not a big concern. I can live with that.
The bottomline is the way to get this vehicle is with the Brembo brake system but if not possible get semi-metallic pads for the standard brakes.
Pad does indeed have a good bite and pedal feel, however, I just took them off of a Lexus with several thousand miles on them due to squealing, fitment issues (loud clunking/grinding noises when braking due to the pad shifting in the caliper hardware) and a boat load of dust.
I just started a thread about them several days ago.
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I had no idea, thank you. Learn something new every day.
Many vehicles as they age become impossible to get full lock braking action, (even after replacing everything)
I’ve been disappointed that there aren’t pads that wear faster but grab harder.
Change the master cylinder, hoses and maybe calipers or caliper seals? My 10 year old rust bucket locks up as hard and as fast as the day it rolled off the factory floor. Thank you rust and salt.
Huh?
In a properly maintained brake system you should notice no difference from 100 miles to 300,000 miles as far as brake performance.
If your braking system won't get the wheels to lockup/abs, you have a problem that needs fixed. Be that a new friction system (pads/rotors), new fluid, or rebuild your calipers if they are leaking.
FWIW, I switched the Ranger from the OEM Motorcraft pads to the Bendix ones and the difference is noticeable. They do work better for me, especially when towing heavy.
I have about 25k miles on the Bendix pads and rotors on the front of our expedition. The performance is excellent, but there is sure a lot of dust and occasional noise.
Everything was replaced with new from the motor lines on down, no leaks.
It’s unfortunate you can’t just jack up the pressure
Calipers? Hoses? Hard Lines? Master Cylinder?
My Mini cooper is 20 years old and my braking performance is far superior to what it rolled off the factory 20 years ago.
Yep, new parts must just be garbage
These days, very possible.
All new parts down to the hose clips
