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| Author | Topic: Ceramic Front Brake Pads |
quincy               POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Fairfield Glade, TN. USA |
posted 12-15-2004 07:33 AM
    
The local Dodge dealership Prowler Technician cautioned me about performing a brake job on 'Susie' because 'special alloy' rotors are used which require 'OEM' pads. Well, the factory pad brake dust that accumulates on my front inner rims is very difficult to clean, and accumulates very quickly. So....I discovered that you can purchase aftermarket 'ceramic' pads for the front brakes which reduces the 'problem'. Has anyone installed these after market pads, and are there any 'horror' stories to share, such as 'rotors were destroyed or braking performance was degraded.' Regards, Quincy |
GRROWL    POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Herndon, VA |
posted 12-15-2004 07:44 AM
The rear rotors are special - an alumina-ceramic complex. Stick to the standard pads ON THE REAR ONLY. Ceramics are the second required mod (after front splashguards) on the front brakes. No problems reported. Raybestos is the most common, the part number can be found on the Home Page under "Garage" (it's PGD730QS - make sure you get the "QS" at the end for "Quiet Stop", which is their ceramic line). BTW, try the "Search" function - just put in "ceramic" (subject only, all forums) and you will get A LOT of hits (don't put it in for "entire message" or you'll get everyone who lists "ceramic" in their tag line") Suggest you do it. -GRROWL This message has been edited by GRROWL on 12-15-2004 at 07:46 AM |
ALLEY CAT  POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:mesa, az, USA |
posted 12-15-2004 08:00 AM
Quincy - If you have a Carquest parts store nearby,,,buy their top of the line gold ceramic front pads [part # GCD 730,,,made by Raybestos]. Lifetime free replacement. |
toys POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:kensington Conn, USA |
posted 12-15-2004 10:14 AM
Use ceramic pads only on the front rotors only. Not recommended for rear rotors they are a composite aluminum metal and ceramic brake pads are not compatible. I went with Bosch ceramic front pads on mine. Toys This message has been edited by toys on 12-15-2004 at 10:16 AM |
Dave Mills POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Johnstown, PA, USA |
posted 12-15-2004 11:27 AM
I have had my front ceramic pads for about five years now, and I have not seen any problems with them. |
pumpkin POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Visit Waleke's World Personal ScrapBook From:Las Cruces, NM, USA |
posted 12-15-2004 11:58 AM
My second mod, no problems, no brake dust. Easy install. |
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Dale Beaman POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Lexington, KY, USA |
posted 12-15-2004 12:01 PM
Go for it! WOW - it should be the first mod anyone does. |
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pumpkin POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Visit Waleke's World Personal ScrapBook From:Las Cruces, NM, USA |
posted 12-15-2004 12:22 PM
'. Has anyone installed these after market pads, and are there any 'horror' stories to share, such as 'rotors were destroyed or braking performance was degraded.' Regards, Quincy[/B][/QUOTE] Easy job, check it out. http://www.zianet.com/SLlover/page60a4a.html |
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quincy POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Fairfield Glade, TN. USA |
posted 12-15-2004 01:09 PM
GRROWL, Wow, I followed your advice about the 'Search' function and found a wealth of information on the subject! In the future I will utilize this valuable feature to search for answers to my questions prior to posting a new one and wasting everyones valuable time! Thank You! Regards, Quincy |
Black Tie 161 POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:MD, USA |
posted 12-15-2004 02:19 PM
I changed to ceramics with no problem. BUT only the fronts of course. Your mechanic was only right about the rear disc set-up. It's a shame your mechanic steered you wrong based on ...oh.... what's a nice word for ignorance? Get used to the fact that you will probably know more about your car than any mechanic. This message has been edited by Black Tie 161 on 12-15-2004 at 02:20 PM |
Randy Cobb POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Greensboro, NC |
posted 12-16-2004 09:27 AM
Quincy - I agree with Black Tie in that most dealer do not know of the niances with the Prowler. You did the right thing by asking those on this site. The folks on POA are knowledgeable, experienced and freely give accurate advice on all things pertaining to these great peices of rolling art. |
CJ POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Rochester Hills, MI USA |
posted 12-17-2004 01:19 PM
I have the ceramic brake pads on both my cats and have had NO problems.........the only problem I had was convincing my husband to let me have them on the cats....(thanks, guys!  )Now the wheel clean-up is much easier for me......(until I have washed other owners cars who don't have them) ..............yikes!! ------------------ Classic/Beautiful - I'm referring to the Cat of course! |
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CJ POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Rochester Hills, MI USA |
posted 12-17-2004 01:19 PM
Oh yeah........put them on my PT, too!  |
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CJ POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Rochester Hills, MI USA |
posted 12-17-2004 01:20 PM
Oops........I forgot.........I purchased mine at Pep Boys! |
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