Power Stop Evolution Ceramic brake pads

[weebl]

Does anyone have experience with these brake pads? I'm looking at maybe getting a set for the front brakes on my 2006 Toyota Sienna, on the OEM rotors that are still in good condition and within wear limits (will be the third set of pads on these rotors).

 

[901Memphis]

I have seen a few threads of members mentioning them and have searched for a few. They seem to be highly regarded by the few people who use them for their stopping power as compared to OEM, and being non ferrous the noise and dust should be good too.

I think they are a top choice and last i checked the brands pads are made in the USA, but not the rotors.

I predict you will get scolded for a 3rd pad slap, but i guess your oem rotors are probably better than any whitebox you can get at the parts store anyways.

http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2620569

And about 5 posts from the bottom of the page here, garlicbreadman refers to them as the z16 pads.

http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2360094&page=all

 

[weebl]

Thanks, I remember reading a couple of those posts before, but couldn't really find much else. Some online retailers seem to have generally positive customer reviews.

Landed cost for a set for me is around $58.

For Akebono ProACT, I can get these landed for $76.

Advics, I can get for $80 (or $60 if I order a bunch of other needed things to get free shipping).

Toyota OE from the stealership locally is $115 with taxes (and are likely made by Akebono or Advics anyway).

Stealership is out, so do I spring for the extra over the Power Stop for Akebono or Advics (assuming I don't want to stockpile other things I don't need), or save the beer money?

 

[tommygunn]

They are quality pads, made by Centric.

Other good choices include Wagner Thermoquiet and Axxis Deluxe