Brake Pads

DavisK wrote:

path1 wrote:

Out of curiosity, What point are you supposed replace pads?

I think I'm getting down there but not sure when to replace.

Any surprises putting them on?

If you want to judge by the thickness of the remaining pad, you need to know if they are riveted or bonded. Riveted pads must be replaced while there is still more pad remaining to avoid scoring the disc with the rivets. They should usually be replaced when there is about 1/16" material left on bonded pads or 1/16" above the rivet head on riveted pads. Many pads have a clip on the end that will contact the disc when it's time to replace. If your state has safety inspections, the mechanic will usually let you know when they are getting close.

Does anybody even make riveted pads anymore, other than for commercial usage I mean? All I've ever seen are the bonded, i.e. glued. :)

I usually replace mine when the material is getting thin. No sense waiting until it's gone completely. Pads are just too cheap to warrant running the risk of ruining the rotors. Although those are pretty cheap too. LOL