Ceramic Pad recommendation
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Assuming your rotors are in good shape-not worn out or grooved, you need to clean off the old semi-metallic pad residue. You should lightly sand with 150 grit sandpaper then wash the rotors off. I used alcohol to clean them since alcohol does not leave any residue. The new ceramic pads will put a layer of material on the rotors during break-in.
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Assuming your rotors are in good shape-not worn out or grooved, you need to clean off the old semi-metallic pad residue. You should lightly sand with 150 grit sandpaper then wash the rotors off. I used alcohol to clean them since alcohol does not leave any residue. The new ceramic pads will put a layer of material on the rotors during break-in.
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Assuming your rotors are in good shape-not worn out or grooved, you need to clean off the old semi-metallic pad residue. You should lightly sand with 150 grit sandpaper then wash the rotors off. I used alcohol to clean them since alcohol does not leave any residue. The new ceramic pads will put a layer of material on the rotors during break-in.
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No bleeding necessary
Just take your master cylinder cap off to allow for expansion. You probably will have to push caliper pistons back. Put some towels around master cylinder in case fluid flows out. The ceramic coating on rotor is not visible. Rotors actually seem smoother than before with the semi-metallic pads. Thanks
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I have Hawk Ceramics on my 16 Z51, 17 GS and 15 Camaro SS. Very happy with the Hawks.
Think these are the ones for my 2017 GS: HB727Z.592 Disc Brake Pad and HB649Z.605 Performance Ceramic Brake Pad
Ordered thru Amazon, but you might want to check TireRack also.
Think these are the ones for my 2017 GS: HB727Z.592 Disc Brake Pad and HB649Z.605 Performance Ceramic Brake Pad
Ordered thru Amazon, but you might want to check TireRack also.
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Love the Hawks
I also have a set of Hawk Ceramics on my 16 Stingray Z51, and love them! In addition, I have an '03 50th Anniversary coupe that I put Hawk Ceramics on immediately after taking NCM delivery on Dec. 20, 2002. They still have over half of the pad remaining, great stopping power, no noise, and most importantly, minimal brake dust. The C5 does have a 6 speed manual, so minimal brake usage. I doubt if I ever have to replace the pads on the C5.
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Good post. Practical information.
Will be buying pads soon...but was thinking to get the brand from "the guy who is posting his over priced ceramic pads everyday." I mean, yes, they are expensive, but they're just as good as Hawks and Powerstops, at least, correct?
Will be buying pads soon...but was thinking to get the brand from "the guy who is posting his over priced ceramic pads everyday." I mean, yes, they are expensive, but they're just as good as Hawks and Powerstops, at least, correct?
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Rotor
Have a 2019 Grand Sport with iron rotors and am tired of all the brake dust. Besides the guy who is posting his over priced ceramic pads everyday, any recommendations-Hawk? Powerstop? Others? Best dealer? Just looking for a good set of ceramics for the street. Thanks in advance.
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