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Gregg · 08-20-2009, 04:29 AM

Hi guys,
I was thinking once the recall gets started later this year I want to replace the front pads, I'm thinnking it's gonna be apart anyway and then I wont have to think about brakes for a very long time.
Is one brand preferred over another ??
For example are "Metallic" available ??
(I want to buy the absolute best I can get)
Where can I purchase brake pads for the Workhorse ??

Oemtech · 08-20-2009, 06:47 AM

Check my web site.. Workhorse Brake Parts

DriVer · 08-20-2009, 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Gregg

Where can I purchase brake pads for the Workhorse ??

Gregg, We were speaking earlier about having all of that stuff done at the same time Workhorse installs the new calipers. This will save you a lot of time and effort to have everything done all at once. They will also be able to evaluate the condition of your rotors and machine or replace those as required.

I am going out on a limb, I am a mechanic that can do brakes jobs BTW however that said I would just as soon have all the brake work done all at once including hoses and sensors.

Bigdaddy · 08-20-2009, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by oemtech

Check my web site.. Workhorse Brake Parts

73mm or 66mm????? What was installed OEM?

Oemtech · 08-20-2009, 09:13 AM

As far as I know they fit either. Google the part numbers and see who/whom sells them in your area.

DAN L · 08-21-2009, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Gregg

Hi guys,
I was thinking once the recall gets started later this year I want to replace the front pads, I'm thinnking it's gonna be apart anyway and then I wont have to think about brakes for a very long time.
Is one brand preferred over another ??
For example are "Metallic" available ??
(I want to buy the absolute best I can get)
Where can I purchase brake pads for the Workhorse ??

i am probably going to use premium semi metallic or ceramic pads from:
brakeperformance.com. i may also use their slotted and drilled rotors.

that url didn't work right. will try agin.
brakeperformance.com/site/index.php?ad=direct
the second url works, but you have to put in the http and www stuff. i don't know why it didn't copy and paste right.

i got that url from a post on this site yesterday. the prices seem reasonable.

Gregg · 08-21-2009, 04:40 AM

DriVer, I do plan on having the pads replaced at the time of the recall service, I just wanted to have the correct / best pads with me at the time of service.

"73mm or 66mm" I was unaware there were two different thickness.
Is one preferred ??

JWT · 08-21-2009, 04:51 AM

Dan, I would think twice about considering ceramic pads on a m/h with all that weight. I have a '03 Ford 4-door Super Duty which is loaded down with a fuel tank and a lot of tools. I put the ceramics on the front twice. Both times after about 5,000 miles or so developed hard spots on the rotors, which cause unpleasant braking. I even bought new drilled and slotted rotors when I put the second set on and it still didn't matter, just my thought...

DAN L · 08-21-2009, 01:06 PM

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Originally Posted by JWT

Dan, I would think twice about considering ceramic pads on a m/h with all that weight. I have a '03 Ford 4-door Super Duty which is loaded down with a fuel tank and a lot of tools. I put the ceramics on the front twice. Both times after about 5,000 miles or so developed hard spots on the rotors, which cause unpleasant braking. I even bought new drilled and slotted rotors when I put the second set on and it still didn't matter, just my thought...

jwt,
thanks for your input. i have heard this before. i guess it has to do with the weight. per the brakeperformance website, their semi-metallic pads have a higher coefficient of friction than their ceramic pads.
i have ceramic pads on my 02 altima and they work very well, but it only weighs 3200#.

DriVer · 08-21-2009, 01:44 PM

I would just go with the stuff that's supposed to go on there. I'm sure we'll do just fine. I don't believe that there's any need or imperative to improve the performance of the brake components from how they came from the factory. Performance parts have a place "IF" you run your motorhome outside of its performance envelope. If not I'd go with the stock components.

My brakes work very well tney way they are and I am very pleased to have them.

Just remember to continue to do preventative maintenance. You take care of your brakes and your brakes will take care of you.