2009/4/5 Tom Hargrave <thargrav@hiwaay.net>:
> Brake pad technology evolves just like tire technology does. And a lot of
> things drive changes, like the removal of asbestos from brake pads or new &
> better compounds. The last thing I would be worried about is the color of
> the pads.
>
> The best pads available today are the modern ceramic pads. They wear well,
> brake well, dust little and are not hard on your rotors like the earlier
> ceramic pads were. And the best part is they are probably available from
> your local "big box" parts store!
>
>

Thanks Jake and Tom

My supplier also has PBR Deluxe "organic" pads. I read that some don't
feel they have as good stopping power as a metallic or semi metallic
and may allow brake fade faster than some.

I know Jake you've mentioned using PBR "metal masters". Something to check out.

And FWIW, I had a recommend for the Raybestos "Deluxe" though they
appear to be a pad geared toward reduced rotor wear (no metal content)

Seems I can't have everything, (slower rotor wear + excellent stopping
power + reduced brake fade) but if I continue to drive like I don't
need the brakes, then maybe rotor wear due to semi metallic or
metallic pads will be very little.

I just wanted to get the right pads onto virgin rotor metal right from
the get go.

Thanks for the input!

Neil.
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