[ten~39]

Hey guys it's time for new pads on my Sonoma and I'm wanting your input. I'm looking for a pad that will decrease my stopping distances, give me less dust, and make no squealing. I know some of you have used a pad by Raybestos called the Ceramic QS or something like that. You guys that have those how do you like them? I have in the past always used OEM GM pads which I may do again but I was just wondering what other people's opinions were on the aftermarket pads out there.

Please respond as soon as you can because I need to pick up "A" set of pads up by tomorrow night. Apparently GM doesn't put wear indicators on their pads anymore becuase mine didn't make any noise at all. I just happened to glance at my pass. side rotor this afternoon and saw two pretty grooves in the rotor from the rivets. Hopefully they're still in spec when I have them turned cause I really don't want to have to fork out more $$ for a new rotor. It's weird they didn't squeek, grind, or pull at all even though I went down to the rivets without even knowing.

 

[Chillin4.3Blazer]

i put on the rayobestos QS pads and it was a noticable improvement in stopping and there is practically no dust at all. overall they are worth every penny that i spent on them.

bob

 

[mkgearhead]

I always use GM pads now, but I work at a dealer so they are cheaper for me.
I tried some other brand years ago but they squealed so bad i took them off and threw them out.

Just my preference...

 

[Southern]

It's weird they didn't squeek, grind, or pull at all even though I went down to the rivets without even knowing.

Stereo up too loud?

 

[Tha_Boom]

thats wierd it didnt grind. but i think the wear indacators are only on the back pad. wich if the outside pad wears too much no annoying squeel.

I know thats the way the 1st gen's are.


but try the rayobestos qs I have heard alot of good things about them.

 

[ten~39]

Re: Re: Brake Pads??

Stereo up too loud?

What stereo? I'm still running that sweet OEM system, LOL!

 

[Southern]

Re: Re: Re: Brake Pads??

What stereo? I'm still running that sweet OEM system, LOL!

I upgraded(?) to a Sony head unit. Left stock speakers and all. But most times I can't hear anything when I'm jamming.

 

[ONEBDGMC]

as for squealing, make sure thge pads get cut prior to installation. its sad that almost every week someone comes in with uncut pads, because they tried to save a buck at brake depot, and end up paying twice!

 

[Lindsay]

I have the NAPA ceramic pads - great, no red dust, no squeals, squeaks, etc. I think the stopping is better than stock.
Also, suggest getting the Speedbleeders(.com) which will allow you to bleed the system yourself.

 

[ONEBDGMC]

Red dust? that must be dirt stuck in there, every brake pad ive dealt with leaves black/grey dust