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EBC 79-85 Buick Riviera (Fwd) 3.8 Turbo Redstuff Rear Brake Pads

by EBC
SKU EBCDP31146C
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Original price $165.49 USD
Original price $165.49 USD - Original price $165.49 USD
Original price $165.49 USD
Current price $157.22 USD
$157.22 USD - $157.22 USD
Current price $157.22 USD
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PRODUCT INFORMATION

RedStuff Brake Pads use a street-focused ceramic performance compound engineered for your vehicle. This is a compound we recommend for daily driving with a noticeable increase in bite and pedal response—with stable pedal feel and consistent response when braking loads rise.

Brake feel and consistency depend heavily on compound stability and correct bedding. Compared with many factory pad formulations, this compound typically delivers higher friction levels and improved fade resistance when installed correctly and bedded-in properly.

Features & Benefits

  • Increased braking torque vs typical OEM pads
  • Stable friction characteristics across a broad temperature range
  • Improved resistance to fade under repeated braking
  • Predictable pedal feel with progressive modulation
  • Compatible with OEM and performance replacement rotors
  • Bedding-in recommended for best feel and consistency

Best For

Best performance street pad upgrade for drivers who want stronger bite and better fade resistance than typical factory pads.

Common Questions

Are these better than factory brake pads?
In most applications, yes. Expect stronger bite and improved fade resistance, especially during repeated stops. Final results depend on rotor condition and proper bedding.

Do I need to bed these pads in?
Yes. Bedding is critical to build a stable transfer layer on the rotor and to achieve the friction and consistency the compound is designed for.

Will they make noise or dust?
All performance pads can produce some noise and dust depending on the vehicle and installation. Correct bedding and clean hardware help minimize both.

Year Make Model Submodel
1980-1981 Buick Century Base
1978-1979 Buick Century Custom
1980-1981 Buick Century Estate
1978-1981 Buick Century Limited
1978-1979 Buick Century Special
1978-1981 Buick Century Sport
1978-1987 Buick Regal Base
1982-1983 Buick Regal Estate Wagon
1987 Buick Regal GNX
1984-1987 Buick Regal Grand National
1978-1987 Buick Regal Limited
1982 Buick Regal Limited Turbo
1978-1982 Buick Regal Sport
1983-1986 Buick Regal T-Type
1979-1985 Buick Riviera Base
1982 Buick Riviera Limited Edition
1983-1985 Buick Riviera Luxury
1979-1980 Buick Riviera S
1981-1985 Buick Riviera T-Type
1983 Buick Riviera XX Anniversary Edition
1979-1985 Cadillac Eldorado Base
1979-1985 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz
1981 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham d'Elegance
1979-1985 Cadillac Eldorado Cabriolet
1982-1985 Cadillac Eldorado Touring
1980-1985 Cadillac Seville Base
1980-1985 Cadillac Seville Elegante
1988 Chevrolet Camaro Base
1982-1986 Chevrolet Camaro Berlinetta
1985-1990 Chevrolet Camaro Iroc-Z
1987 Chevrolet Camaro LT
1989-1992 Chevrolet Camaro RS
1992 Chevrolet Camaro RS Heritage Edition
1982-1987 Chevrolet Camaro Sport
1982-1987,1991-1992 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
1992 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Heritage Edition
1982 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Indianapolis 500 Pace Car
1979,1981-1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Base
1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo CL
1978-1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Landau
1986-1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS
1978,1980 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Sport
1983-1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS
1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass Base
1980-1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Brougham
1980-1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass LS
1982-1983 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser Base
1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser LS
1978,1985-1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon 442
1978-1980,1985-1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon Base
1978-1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon Brougham
1979-1985 Oldsmobile Toronado Brougham
1985 Oldsmobile Toronado Caliente
1980-1981 Oldsmobile Toronado XSC
1979 Oldsmobile Toronado XSR
1982-1986 Pontiac Bonneville Base
1982-1986 Pontiac Bonneville Brougham
1984-1986 Pontiac Bonneville LE
1979-1992 Pontiac Firebird Base
1979-1981 Pontiac Firebird Esprit
1979-1981,1989-1992 Pontiac Firebird Formula
1982-1986 Pontiac Firebird S/E
1979-1992 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am
1989-1992 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GTA
1989 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GTA SE
1978-1980 Pontiac Grand Am Base
1978-1981 Pontiac Grand LeMans Base
1978-1981 Pontiac Grand LeMans Safari
1978-1987 Pontiac Grand Prix Base
1981-1987 Pontiac Grand Prix Brougham
1984-1987 Pontiac Grand Prix LE
1978-1983 Pontiac Grand Prix LJ
1978-1980 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ
1978-1981 Pontiac LeMans Base
1978-1981 Pontiac LeMans Safari
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What type of driver is EBC 79-85 Buick Riviera (Fwd) 3.8 Turbo Redstuff Rear Brake Pads for?

Manufactured by EBC, we recommend this as being suitable for the following driving styles:

  • Street
  • Sporting

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