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Old Jan 6, 2021 | 07:27 PM
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I am going to replace the brake pads on my 2021 Z51. Because of the electric boost brakes is it necessary to disconnect the battery when changing the pads? Also can anyone suggest decent low dust pads. I have no plans to track the car.
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Old Jan 7, 2021 | 11:13 AM
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Originally Posted by garyyy
I am going to replace the brake pads on my 2021 Z51. Because of the electric boost brakes is it necessary to disconnect the battery when changing the pads? Also can anyone suggest decent low dust pads. I have no plans to track the car.
Thanks for any info you may have.
Instructions here http://netwelding.com/Ceramic_Pads.pdf

As far as brake pads for a high quality low dust performance street brake pad take a look at the Carbotech 1521 brake pad 100% non-corrosive dust will not harm your wheels, paint or rotors. Carbotech brake pads are 100% made in the USA and can be ordered by calling Adam at 216-780-8825. Price is $473.10 that includes front and rear pads.


The Carbotech Bobcat 1521™ is our high performance street compound that is our most successful compound. The Bobcat compound is known for its awesome release and modulation, along with unmatched rotor friendliness. Like our AX™ & XP™ line of compounds, Bobcat 1521™ is a Ceramic based friction material offering minimal rotor damage and non-corrosive dust. Bobcat 1521™ offers outstanding performance, even when cold, low dusting and low noise with an excellent initial bite. This compound’s virtually perfect linear torque production provides incredible braking force without ABS intervention. Bobcat 1521™ operating range starts out at ambient and goes up to 900°F. Bobcat 1521™ is suitable for ALL street cars, perfect for your tow vehicle, police cruiser. The Bobcat 1521™ compound has been found to last two-three times longer than OE pads you can purchase at a dealership or national retailer. That’s one of the beauties of Carbotech Ceramic brake compounds. Bobcat 1521™ is NOT recommended for any track use.
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Thank you for the very helpful information you provided.
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Thank you for the very helpful information you provided.
Thanks Adam. As always it’s updated with the latest info. Still waiting for input on my “suggestion” page7!

Note I did disconnect the battery to prevent eBoost from possibly delivering 3000 psi brake fluid to the pistons when the pads were not in place. Not likely but would be a real mess especially IF removing the calipers. Why risk. GM says do it and might as well see where the battery is anyway! Lost no memory!

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Thank you for the reply. You make a good point, "better safe than sorry"
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Originally Posted by garyyy
Thank you for the reply. You make a good point, "better safe than sorry"
Yep, feel the same about using Carbotech 1521 pads. You'll see info at the end of my document with quotes from others who had my experience with cheap pads. Reminded of the "Metalic Brakes" I had on my 1st new car. Stopped great when they were warm or hot but needed 2 feet (no power brakes) when they were cold!

So if cruising on an Interstate where the pads and rotors get to room temp and a car suddenly stops in front- need to have good cold pad stops!

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