Metallic brake pads are comprised of anywhere between 30 and 70 metals including copper iron steel or other composite alloys.
Ceramic or metallic brake pads for towing.
This type of pad is highly recommended for heavy work trucks towing applications performance vehicles european vehicles and any vehicles experiencing warped brake rotor discs due to excessive heat.
Premium semi metallic brake pads are perfect for all light medium to heavy duty cars trucks and suv s.
When should i replace my towing brake pads depending on how often you tow and where your brake pads should last between 35 000 60 000 miles.
The better braking performance compensates for the noise we are expecting since we are towing a trailer.
Below is a more detailed comparison of the two types so that you can make more informed decisions based on your priority.
Some companies now make a severe duty semi metallic brake pad.
These pads are manufactured with a high.
While they are the most versatile type they do produce more dust and noise.
Averi melcher january 15 2020.
These various metals are combined with graphite lubricant as well as other fillers to complete the.
The brakes pads are ceramic which is more durable than semi metallic pads.
The pros cons of ceramic brake pads.
Both my rigs get semi metallics.
Mike cote march 13 2020.
The rest of the pad is manufactured from filler plus a graphite lubricant.
When towing or hauling you the brakes will get hotter due to the increased weight they have to stop.
What are the best brake pads in 2020.
Pros of semi metallic brake pads.
Ceramic pads don t like to be over heated.
I d never run ceramic s on anything that tows or hauls a heavy load.
The little brake dust it produces is a huge plus too.
If you have decided on brake pads that will last longer and are willing to pay a higher price then you would be considering ceramic or semi metallic brake pads for towing.