Brake Pads
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Brake Pads
Hey guys! I'm going to be buying a new set of front/rear brake pads on MY04. I use my car as a daily driver and I think the OEM brakes work great. You guys know any websites that sells them cheap. Dealer cost $55-$60, which ain't bad, but if it could be bought cheaper then even better.
Also, what steps should I take to ensure that I get no squeaks with the new OEM brake pads? If it's one thing that I can't stand it's squeaky brakes. So far I'm planning on just installing the new pads, but is there anything else I would need? What are these shims I keep seeing? I shouldn't have to turn my rotors do I?
Thanks for all the help!
Also, what steps should I take to ensure that I get no squeaks with the new OEM brake pads? If it's one thing that I can't stand it's squeaky brakes. So far I'm planning on just installing the new pads, but is there anything else I would need? What are these shims I keep seeing? I shouldn't have to turn my rotors do I?
Thanks for all the help!
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You want to apply Sil-Glyde or an equivalent anti-squeal compound between the backing plate and the shim behind each of the pads. This stuff prevents your breaks from squealing.
I haven't replaced my brakes on my S2K yet, so I don't know if it is any different than other pads I've purchased but some pads come with anti-squeal compound pre-applied, and you only have to peel off the backing paper and apply the shim. If you don't put something like Sil-Glyde or if you don't install a backing plate, expect squealing brakes.
I haven't replaced my brakes on my S2K yet, so I don't know if it is any different than other pads I've purchased but some pads come with anti-squeal compound pre-applied, and you only have to peel off the backing paper and apply the shim. If you don't put something like Sil-Glyde or if you don't install a backing plate, expect squealing brakes.
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After i read this post today. I went out and brough some pads from advance auto parts. I got the cheapest pads they carry.
Front pad...wearever 27.79 part number mkd829
Rear pad...wearever 14.94 part number d537
Front pad...wearever 27.79 part number mkd829
Rear pad...wearever 14.94 part number d537
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I bought my autoparts for my 3 cars (MB + Lexus + S2000) online most of the times. These sites are usually have what I need, their prices are lower than others and free shipping for orders over $50 or $75.
www.alleurasianautoparts.com
www.importedcarparts.com
www.importecparts.com
www.alleurasianautoparts.com
www.importedcarparts.com
www.importecparts.com
#7
Maybe I'm wierd but I'm not looking at buyiing the cheapest pads I can find. I replaced my almost new (500 miles) pads with ceramic pads that "dust" much less - I'm verry happy with them.