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Old May 8, 2012 | 04:59 PM
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anyone have any brake pad recommendations for a stock c6 Z51? about to do the first brake job and just looking for what you recommend I go back with.... thanks in advance
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AC Delco Ceramic. I just put them on my '05/Z51 last week and they are great. No more squeaking and lot less dust. Search brake pads and you'll find lots of threads on this.

Hey, didn't you just ask about this last week?

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Carbotech bobcat 1521's
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Old May 8, 2012 | 05:52 PM
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What is your intended use? Street, aggressive driving, autocross, track?
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Originally Posted by groundwire
anyone have any brake pad recommendations for a stock c6 Z51? about to do the first brake job and just looking for what you recommend I go back with.... thanks in advance
For street use the Carbotech 1521 is a great option low dust low noise and will retain the stopping power of your oem pads. This pad will last 2-3longer than the oem pad. Let me know I will be happy to help you.

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The Carbotech™ 1521™ is our high performance street compound. The 1521™ compound is known for its release and modulation, along with unmatched rotor friendliness. 1521™ is also a very low dusting and low noise compound with an excellent initial bite. This compound's excellent linear torque production provides incredible braking force without ABS intervention. Carbotech™ 1521™ operating range starts out at ambient and goes up to 800°F (426°C+). 1521™ is suitable for ALL street cars, perfect for your tow vehicle or fleet vehicle. Carbotech™ 1521™ is NOT recommended for ANY track use.
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Originally Posted by EVRose
AC Delco Ceramic. I just put them on my '05/Z51 last week and they are great. No more squeaking and lot less dust. Search brake pads and you'll find lots of threads on this.

Hey, didn't you just ask about this last week?
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