That summer is not far from around the corner, the holiday season is nearing. It's time to pay attention to the brakes of your car. How to figure out the widest assortment of the proposed brake pads? Below we will try to give some simple tips to simplify the choice of an inexperienced motorist.
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Brake pads should be purchased either original or from a serious, proven manufacturer. Kashiyama, Lucas, Ferodo, Ate, TRW and still a number of brands are most reliable and affordable. Before buying, it is worth viewing the ratings of the brake pads in different car publications. But necessarily with amendment for real operating conditions. Polygonal tests are very different from everyday ride, and a situation can be created that the pads from the upper positions of the rating will not disclose their entire potential in your conditions. After all, even such a trifle, as the predominance of sandy soils in your area, change the wear resistance of the pads.
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When choosing an unacceptable simplified approach, when the pads are selected in color or noise (creaked - do not creak). Even if creaked - this does not mean that the pads are bad. This is just the property of this pair "block-brake disc." And, most often, the creak says that the couple just provides good braking qualities.
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It should also be taken into account and the prevailing terrain in which the car is operated. On the flat landscape, the pads are heated less, so you can choose the option with a softer, organic friction overlay. In the area with a large number of descent and lifts, in the mountains, it is preferable that the pads are dense, with a large content of metal splashes in the friction material.
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Do not forget about the mass of your car - the harder car, the more stronger the block will have to work to ensure the maximum possible slowdown. So, for heavy SUVs, reinforced blocks should be chosen.
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The myth should be dispelled that expensive "sports" pads are the best choice. It's not like that at all. In real conditions of movement on the roads of general use, the temperature load for a pair of "block-disk" is much lower than in the conditions of racing. Therefore, the block does not warm up to its operating temperature and practically does not work. It does not provide the desired slowdown and as a result shows itself worse than standard blocks.
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Pay attention to the labeling and the quality of the manufacturer of the pad itself. The surface of the surface of the block, which can be different, does not matter. But the surface itself should be smooth, without cracks. Friction material should be tight over the entire surface to lay down to a metal plate. Only small chips along the edges and paint residues are allowed. The price of the pad depends on the quality of the friction mixture and the quality of manufacture. Never be fooled by cheapness - zeroing prices for blocks of proven brands should not exceed 30%. If you are offered Zadv, there is a reason to think about it. Well, the chief council is to purchase brake pads only in specialized stores and service centers. Remember that the brakes are the key to your safety on the road. And not just yours.
We hope that these simple tips will help you feel confident when choosing such an essential element of the car, like brake pads. Good luck on the roads!
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