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machunt
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Jan 14, 2021

replacing Brake Pads

Replacing Brake pads on a 2013 chevy 3500 dually. Whats the best brake pads for 3500 chevy. FRONT. Just wondering because of the towing.
  • I put these on my F350, also the slotted and dimpled rotors for the front. Much better than the oem pads on it. I am going to put their pads on the rv before we travel this year.

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  • EBC Orange HD Towing pads. You WILL thank me!!! Be sure to turn the rotors.
  • I have Performance Friction and they are excellent braking and durable.
    Have used EBC yellow and they are also excellent.

    Nothing wrong with OEM. I would stay away from ceramic.
  • My OEM pads are ceramic and I noticed a lot of fade towing 19,000 pounds. I switched to semi-metallic and no fade.
  • I agree with FlatBroke.

    If you have been happy with the performance and longevity of the factory pads then buy the same from the dealer. That's what I did when I changed them on my 2012.
  • I replaced the OEM front and rear on my Suburban @ 100k miles. That's longer than any other vehicle, so OEM parts seem reasonable for as long as I intend to own this vehicle.

    I went with Powerstop drilled/slotted rotors and Z36 pads. I also replaced the rears on my daily Driver Subaru Outback with the same. I have another 27k miles on the Suburban, and 20k on Outback. I have no issues with performance on either. Waiting for longevity comparison...
  • My 03 GMC has 160,000 miles and never have replaced the pads. I’d check oem and see what they use and how much the cost
  • I'd suggest looking at sintered pads.
    They may cost a bit more but they are designed for a more aggressive braking, and withstand more heat.
    Good for towing through the mountains and even for panic stops.