Ever thought to buy brake pads and rotors online? With Tire Rack you can buy brake pads and brake rotors of your choice shipped to you, or your installer. Tire Rack has brake components to fit your vehicle broken down into
four performance categories to help with the selection process.
About a year ago, I noticed my Chevy Impala's brake system was not performing like I remembered. The Impala is used to get me back and forth to work in an efficient manor. All I needed was an Original Equipment replacement level brake product. I selected the Akebono ProACT Ceramic Brake Pads from the Premium Brake Pad category. I always like to use the products Tire Rack carries to see for myself how they work in the field, so I made the purchase and got to work updating the Impala with my new
Akebono ProACT Ceramic Pads.
The Akebono ProAct Ceramic Pads have met my expectations. They work well in rain and dry conditions and do not make a lot of dust. One thing I did notice during winter driving is the
Akebono ProAct Ceramic Pads do have a little more initial bite as the front wheels have locked up a few more times than last winter with my O.E. brake pads (no ABS on the Impala). No worries; a small change to my braking style and I'm happy with the overall performance of the brake system on
my car.
Not to forget the brake rotors, as its always a great time to replace brake rotors and brake pads at the same time. The
Centric Premium Rotor is a great Original Equipment replacement rotor. One thing I really like about the Centric Premium Rotor is the Electrocoating (E-coating) black finish. The finish really makes the rotors look sharp especially if you have a wheel that shows the rotors or, have a winter wheel that shows the rotor more than the summer wheels.
Check to see which
rotors or
brake pads work best for your car at
Tire Rack. Tire Rack has many brake system options to chose from. I just wanted something like the Original Equipment brake system. You may want to step it up for some additional performance. Tire Rack can offer you the custom brake pad and rotor package to meet your needs.
Like all of the brake components we carry,
Cryo-Stop Premium Rotors blend quality with innovation. We're particular when it comes time to replace brake rotors, and we're sure you are, too. So check out the ways Cryo-Stop's manufacturing process makes their rotors ones to consider.
Cryo-Stop rotors feature an electrostatically applied finish (an "E-coating") that covers every last bit of the rotor—which is something typical spray-on finishes can't necessarily claim.
So what's the advantage? Long lasting corrosion protection. And we do mean long lasting. The E-coating is actually formulated to withstand over 400 hours of saltwater exposure without rusting.
They are also cryogenically treated, which means they're cooled to -300 degrees F and then slowly brought back to room temperature. This process positively affects the metal to a point where it'll last up to three times as long as untreated rotors.
Learn more about
Cryogenics, then
search for brake rotors.
Brakes can only withstand so much slamming. As with all good things, they must come to an end. But what many drivers don't realize: As brake pads wear out, the brake rotors do, too.
Brembo is known throughout the industry for their racing and race-inspired high performance braking systems. Over 26 million Brembo brake rotors are manufactured every year. While some of those brake rotors become Original Equipment, many of them are purchased as replacement options on vehicles just like yours.
Brembo OE Replacement Brake Rotors are designed to meet or exceed any standards previously set by your vehicle's O.E. rotors.
In addition, Brembo features a number of brake rotors that upgrade performance levels, too. Choose from one- or two-piece cast rotors that are machined to exact tolerances, electronically balanced, and highly inspected to meet strict Brembo (and industry) standards.
A simple search produces a compatible list.
We can also help you install new tires and wheels.
At
Tire Rack, we like to make it really easy on you. So, as part of our award-winning customer service, we're ready to share with you our nationwide network of thousands of independent
Recommended Installers. There's one in your area, and they're ready to help you replace brakes, install tires and more.
It's easy: Once you've shopped our selection of products, you'll have the opportunity to search our list of Recommended Installers. Once you find one in your area, you can read Tire Rack Consumer Reviews and compare pricing information to get some insight on their service. (Rest assured, we screen everyone on our list to make sure they're capable of giving you the type of service you deserve.) Choose your installer, then select them at checkout. We can even ship your order to them. It's up to you.
And, as always, you can
give us a call. We'd be happy to suggest a recommended installer in your area.
(If you think it's time for some brake pad replacement or are considering installing your own Tire & Wheel Package, you'll appreciate these tech articles:
"Brake Pad/Rotor Inspection and Replacement," and
"How to Install Your Wheel & Tire Package."
Brakes are a fairly important component of your vehicle. As such, they should always be installed by a professional mechanic. Incorrect installation compromises performance and, of course, safety. That's why, when you buy brake pads from
Tire Rack, we take the time to
recommend an installer.
So, how do you know when brakes need to be replaced?
Disc brake pads and rotors wear with use, so you should keep a close eye on them. Brake pads should be replaced when there is 1/8" to 3/16" of friction material left on the steel backing plate. Brake rotors should be replaced before they reach the "Worn Rotor Minimum Thickness" limit, which can be found on the edge of the brake disc.
This, though, is different if you're replacing brake pads used for racing. Read all about it in "
Brake Pad or Rotor Inspection and Replacement." It's just one of many articles in our
Brakes tech library.
At
Tire Rack, we make it really easy to replace
brake rotors. All you have to do is search for break components by
vehicle. When you do, you'll only see the brake rotors, pads or complete brake systems with that are right for your vehicle—we want you to get the right fit.
Or, you can search by
brand. Just a few of our top sellers include:
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Power Slot And once you purchase new brake rotors, we'll
recommend an installer.
Confused? We've got a library full of
brake tech articles. Start at the beginning and learn the science of breaking. We'll dissect all the basics for you, then outline some info on brake components and fit.
Many BMW owners find their wheels covered in brake cust after only a couple hundred miles of driving. Waxing your wheels can help, but a better solution to consider is installing a set of
replacement ceramic brake pads, like the
Hawk Performance Ceramic pads.
While they do not have quite the level of initial 'bite' as the OE pads, they produce noticeably less dust and a lighter colored dust. I use these pads on my 1995 BMW M3 along with Brembo rotors and I love them.
Key Features & Benefits of Hawk Performance Ceramic Brake Pads
- Ultra-low dust
- Improved braking over O.E.
- Stable friction output
- Extremely quiet
- Extended pad life
- Increased rotor life
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