Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Wagner QC914 ThermoQuiet Ceramic Brake Pad

Wagner QC914 ThermoQuiet Ceramic Brake Pad Review



Wagner QC914 ThermoQuiet Ceramic Brake Pad Feature

  • Quiet performance
  • Superior stopping power
  • Enhanced durability
Wagner premium ThermoQuiet brake pads and shoes are the most technologically advanced braking components in the market today. ThermoQuiet combines quiet performance with exceptional stopping performance for medium-duty vehicles.


Sunday, January 29, 2012

Monroe CX908 Ceramic Premium Brake Pad

Monroe CX908 Ceramic Premium Brake Pad Review



Monroe CX908 Ceramic Premium Brake Pad Feature

  • Features a true ceramic formulation that promotes cooler, cleaner and quieter stops
  • Provides consistent, comfortable and smooth braking power
  • Minimizes rotor wear and up to 350 Celsius degrees cooler than other brake materials
  • Contains pads for installation on two wheels
  • Enables precise control of vehicle noise, vibration and harshness
Monroe Ceramic Premium Brake Pad features a true ceramic formulation that promotes cooler, cleaner and quieter stops. It is extremely durable and is formulated without ferrous metals. This brake pad contains pads for installation on two wheels and minimizes the rotor wear. It is up to 350 Celsius degrees cooler than other brake materials. This brake pad provides consistent, comfortable and smooth braking power. It features precise control of vehicle noise, vibration and harshness. This brake pad provides longer pad life and is backed by a limited life time warranty.


Saturday, January 21, 2012

Monroe CX828 Ceramic Premium Brake Pad

Monroe CX828 Ceramic Premium Brake Pad Review



Monroe CX828 Ceramic Premium Brake Pad Feature

  • Features a true ceramic formulation that promotes cooler, cleaner and quieter stops
  • Provides consistent, comfortable and smooth braking power
  • Minimizes rotor wear and up to 350 Celsius degrees cooler than other brake materials
  • Contains pads for installation on two wheels
  • Enables precise control of vehicle noise, vibration and harshness
Monroe Ceramic Premium Brake Pad features a true ceramic formulation that promotes cooler, cleaner and quieter stops. It is extremely durable and is formulated without ferrous metals. This brake pad contains pads for installation on two wheels and minimizes the rotor wear. It is up to 350 Celsius degrees cooler than other brake materials. This brake pad provides consistent, comfortable and smooth braking power. It features precise control of vehicle noise, vibration and harshness. This brake pad provides longer pad life and is backed by a limited life time warranty.


Friday, January 20, 2012

Dorman 20726 HELP! Clutch and Brake Pedal Pad

Dorman 20726 HELP! Clutch and Brake Pedal Pad Review



Dorman 20726 HELP! Clutch and Brake Pedal Pad Feature

  • Per Car Qty:1
Dorman Products, Inc. is well-known as a leader in providing quality auto parts to the aftermarket. We've earned our reputation for excellence from over three decades of experience in providing automotive replacement parts, fasteners and service line products primarily for the automotive aftermarket. Our prestigious position stems from a unique combination of application expertise, innovative product design, and breadth of product offerings, many of which are not conveniently or economically available elsewhere. At Dorman, we take pride in the quality of our products and in your satisfaction.


Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Lisle 24300 Speedy Brake Pad Spreader

Lisle 24300 Speedy Brake Pad Spreader Review



Lisle 24300 Speedy Brake Pad Spreader Feature

  • Compresses disc brake pistons in seconds
  • Makes brake pad replacement easier
Lisle Speedy brake pad spreader compresses brake pistons in seconds. Squeeze the handle and the fast acting plunger compresses disc brake pistons in seconds. Makes brake pad replacement an easy job.


Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Wagner QC503 ThermoQuiet Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Set

Wagner QC503 ThermoQuiet Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Set Review



Wagner QC503 ThermoQuiet Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Set Feature

  • Patented IMI one-piece brake pad provides maximum noise damping and dissipates heat generated during braking
  • Laser-Shaped Friction technology custom shapes friction to focus caliper force further reducing vibration and eliminating noise
  • Comprehensive coverage for foreign and domestic applications - passenger cars, light trucks, SUVs and mini-vans
  • OE match friction material - semi-metallic, organic, and ceramic (ceramic alternatives available for select semi-metallic applications)
  • Optimal performance - engineered to pass OE manufacturer-developed stopping tests
Wagner Qc503 Thermoquiet Ceramic Pad Set


Sunday, January 15, 2012

Monroe CX923 Ceramic Premium Brake Pad

Monroe CX923 Ceramic Premium Brake Pad Review



Monroe CX923 Ceramic Premium Brake Pad Feature

  • Features a true ceramic formulation that promotes cooler, cleaner and quieter stops
  • Provides consistent, comfortable and smooth braking power
  • Minimizes rotor wear and up to 350 Celsius degrees cooler than other brake materials
  • Contains pads for installation on two wheels
  • Enables precise control of vehicle noise, vibration and harshness
Monroe Ceramic Premium Brake Pad features a true ceramic formulation that promotes cooler, cleaner and quieter stops. It is extremely durable and is formulated without ferrous metals. This brake pad contains pads for installation on two wheels and minimizes the rotor wear. It is up to 350 Celsius degrees cooler than other brake materials. This brake pad provides consistent, comfortable and smooth braking power. It features precise control of vehicle noise, vibration and harshness. This brake pad provides longer pad life and is backed by a limited life time warranty.


Saturday, January 14, 2012

EBC Brakes UD465 Ultimax OEM Replacement Brake Pad

EBC Brakes UD465 Ultimax OEM Replacement Brake Pad Review



EBC Brakes UD465 Ultimax OEM Replacement Brake Pad Feature

  • Premium OE replacement pad
  • Ideal for daily driver use
  • High friction European spec friction
  • Shimmed slotted and chamfered
  • OE hardware
Premium quality british made disc pads designed to meet or exceed the performance of any OEM pad. The EBC Ultimax range are a long lasting high friction pad designed for non sport urban driving on all Sedans, SUV and light truck. Ultimax pads feature centre slots and edge chamfers plus noise reductions shims on the reverse and feature EBC brake-In surface coating which conditions rotors after installation and helps quickly deliver stopping power on the new pads. Hardware and wear indicators included where fitted as standard by factory.


Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Wagner QC325 ThermoQuiet Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Set

Wagner QC325 ThermoQuiet Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Set Review



Wagner QC325 ThermoQuiet Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Set Feature

  • Patented IMI one-piece brake pad provides maximum noise damping and dissipates heat generated during braking
  • Laser-Shaped Friction technology custom shapes friction to focus caliper force further reducing vibration and eliminating noise
  • Comprehensive coverage for foreign and domestic applications - passenger cars, light trucks, SUVs and mini-vans
  • OE match friction material - semi-metallic, organic, and ceramic (ceramic alternatives available for select semi-metallic applications)
  • Optimal performance - engineered to pass OE manufacturer-developed stopping tests
Wagner Qc325 Thermoquiet Ceramic Pad Set


Thursday, January 5, 2012

Hawk Performance HB370Z.559 Performance Ceramic Brake Pad

Hawk Performance HB370Z.559 Performance Ceramic Brake Pad Review



Hawk Performance HB370Z.559 Performance Ceramic Brake Pad Feature

  • PC- Performance Ceramic brake compound
  • Increased stopping power
  • Ultra-low dust
  • Stable friction output
  • Extended pad life
Ultimate stopping power in an ultra-low dust, low noise ceramic compound. Hawk Performance has introduced a premium, high performance, ultra-low dust, low noise compound called Performance Ceramic. Performance Ceramic is engineered to reduce vehicle brake NVH (Noise, Vibration and Harshness), creating a quieter performing brake pad for your truck or SUV. Furthermore, the ceramic formula has a linear friction profile that allows your truck's ABS brake system to work more effectively. With Performance Ceramic you can expect reduced brake pad wear, lower dust output levels and a rotor-friendly brake pad. Performance Ceramic – quiet, clean and fast stopping.


Wednesday, January 4, 2012

Bendix D905 CQ Brake Pad Set

Bendix D905 CQ Brake Pad Set Review



Bendix D905 CQ Brake Pad Set Feature

  • 100 percent attached shims and chamfers to maximize noise reduction
  • Abutment kits and brake hardware included as required by the OE design
  • Ceramic formula offering both smooth, confident braking performance and value
  • Less brake dust provides improved wheel appearance over traditional semi-metallic pads
  • Included hardware restores OE performance and reduces potential noise related issues
Bendix ceramic quiet pads provide better performance with less dust and quieter braking than traditional semi-metallic formulas. Have 100 percent attached shims and chamfers to maximize noise reduction. Abutment kits and brake hardware included as required by the OE design.


Tuesday, January 3, 2012

Wagner MX386 ThermoQuiet Semi Metallic Disc Brake Pad Set

Wagner MX386 ThermoQuiet Semi Metallic Disc Brake Pad Set Review



Wagner MX386 ThermoQuiet Semi Metallic Disc Brake Pad Set Feature

  • Patented IMI one-piece brake pad provides maximum noise damping and dissipates heat generated during braking
  • Laser-Shaped Friction technology custom shapes friction to focus caliper force further reducing vibration and eliminating noise
  • Comprehensive coverage for foreign and domestic applications - passenger cars, light trucks, SUVs and mini-vans
  • OE match friction material - semi-metallic, organic, and ceramic (ceramic alternatives available for select semi-metallic applications)
  • Optimal performance - engineered to pass OE manufacturer-developed stopping tests
Wagner Semi Metallic Brake Pad is designed to provide smooth braking with less noise and dusting. This brake pad is engineered to resist fade and reduce noise under extreme conditions. It delivers maximum stopping power and increases pad life.


Sunday, January 1, 2012

Akebono EUR872 EURO Ultra-Premium Ceramic Front Brake Pad Set For 2001-2010 Mercedes-Benz C Class, CLK Class, SL Class

Akebono EUR872 EURO Ultra-Premium Ceramic Front Brake Pad Set For 2001-2010 Mercedes-Benz C Class, CLK Class, SL Class Review



Akebono EUR872 EURO Ultra-Premium Ceramic Front Brake Pad Set For 2001-2010 Mercedes-Benz C Class, CLK Class, SL Class Feature

  • Ultimate upgrade for OE semi-metallic, organic and low-metallic brake pads
  • Ultra-Quiet - controls noise, vibration and harshness level
  • European braking performance with enhanced pedal feel
  • Extremely rotor friendly for longer rotor life
  • Friction formulas specially designed for European vehicles
Engineered to precise Original Equipment (OE) standards , Akebono EURO Ultra-Premium ceramic rear brake pad set provides precision rear end braking for European car enthusiasts who demand seamless performance from their vehicles. Designed using vehicle-optimized friction formulations aimed at eliminating noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) and severely limiting wheel dust, while increasing durability and smooth stopping power, they are the best replacement for restoring OE ceramic pad performance on European models, as well as upgrading from conventional pads.

Akebono  EURO Ultra-Premium Ceramic rear brake pad set box
Wheel dust comparison between Akebono  EURO Ultra-Premium Ceramic Rear brake pad set, OE brakes and a competitor
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Noise comparison between Akebono  EURO Ultra-Premium Ceramic rear brake pads, OE brakes and a competitor
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Rotor wear comparison between Akebono  EURO Ultra-Premium Ceramic rear brake pads and an OE supplier
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The Clean, Quiet European Brake Pad
European car owners across North America now have a brake pad solution that will keep their wheels virtually free from dust and provide the precision stopping power they expect. The use of highly advanced ceramic brake pad technology allows Akebono's �EURO� pad line to provide excellent stopping power while extending rotor life and virtually eliminating brake dust.

Akebono is determined to focus on the creation of value in all products. For over two decades, Akebono Ceramic Technology (ACT) has been the original equipment (OE) standard on many of North America's passenger cars, light trucks, and SUVs and has set the benchmark for ceramic pads used in OE vehicle production. Most importantly, European OE manufacturers now request Akebono products for their North American vehicles. Akebono's aftermarket disc pads contain the same materials, engineering, quality standards, and advanced technologies used to create their OE ceramic brake pads. The use of Akebono ceramic brake pads ensures customer satisfaction and eliminates unnecessary return visits to the shop.

Akebono's Research & Development
Being the largest brake manufacturer in the world gives Akebono a unique advantage: an exclusive original equipment experience and expertise backed by the most comprehensive Research & Development in the industry. That fierce pursuit of unfailing quality and safety assures that Akebono continues to be the innovating leader of braking technology.

Key Features:

  • Vehicle-Optimized Formulations - Akebono EURO Ultra-Premium brake pads are formulated and fit with a precision that is remarkably sensitive to every unique wheel architecture for superb function and rotor compatibility.
  • Luxuriously Clean - The EURO Ultra-Premium brake pads are meticulously constructed with the finest materials to virtually eliminate dusting because Akebono shares your passion for the design aesthetics that are unique to European makes.
  • Ultra-Quiet - You know you've arrived in style with the EURO Ultra-Premium brake pads' harmonically dampened design which maximizes control of noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) to virtually eliminate squealing, groaning and shudders.
  • Flawless Engineering - European design requires vehicle-handling techniques that are unforgiving on brakes. The undisputed global expert in braking technology, Akebono created the EURO Ultra-Premium brake pads to provide the most consistent, smoothest stopping power over a wide range of driving conditions.
  • Braking Expertise You Can Trust - Akebono has more than 75 years of braking expertise, is the largest OEM friction pad supplier and is the originator of ceramic pad technology.
What's in the Box
1-Akebono EURO Ultra-Premium ceramic rear brake pad set for 2000-2005 Mercedes-Benz M Class.

About Akebono
Akebono was established in Japan in 1929, at a time when the Japanese automobile industry had only produced 400 vehicles. Since then, keeping pace with the onset of motorization, Akebono has entered the domestic and overseas markets as brake experts. Committed to precision, Akebono refuses to cut corners on safety and will only implement best practices in their operations. This time-tested approach has resulted in proven quality control techniques to guarantee minimal process variation in all phases of production. Embraced throughout the organization, this approach enables the company to consistently achieve nearly zero defects per million parts produced.

Akebono's EURO Ultra-Premium brake pads deliver the benefits of Akebono's ceramic technology to European vehicle owners - restoring European OEM pedal feel while definitively controlling noise, vibration, harshness, dust and pedal pulsation.