Choosing the right brake pad

Choosing the correct brake pad starts with an honest assessment of the driver's typical driving conditions.  For example, if the vehicle is driven 80 percent in highway and 20 percent sporty and zero percent on the track, then a street pad will likely offer the best combination of stopping performance, low dust and low noise. The biggest issue we see is more frequently is people choosing temperature ranges that are too high rather than too low, and hence the pad isn't working optimally.

If most of your driving is "high performance" but stll primarily street - look to the dual use/sport Pads.

If the vehicle is frequently used for track days but also as a street driver, it might be better served by the a mid-range racing pad - provided that an even transfer layer of pad material on the rotor is maintained by periodically re-bedding in the pads.

 If you really want to hone in on what pad is best you should use our rotor and caliper temp indicators to figure out what typical range and max range you need THEN select a pad that is optimal. Its about a $100 investment the first time, but worth it if it saves you buying one set of pads that doesn't work.  You can find those items in our "Temperature Control" section

If you need help with a  brake pad program or selection, just contact us.  We have other pads available if you really want to get scientific about this approach, simply reach out to us and we can work with you for a custom consultation.