Hi there, I'm going to be attempting to replace the front brake pads on my '14 mirage (50k miles), but I've never replaced brake pads before. What kind of brake pads are available and how do I find out what type/size/etc to buy?
Hi there, I'm going to be attempting to replace the front brake pads on my '14 mirage (50k miles), but I've never replaced brake pads before. What kind of brake pads are available and how do I find out what type/size/etc to buy?
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View my fuel log 2014 Mirage DE 1.2 automatic: 47.1 mpg (US) ... 20.0 km/L ... 5.0 L/100 km ... 56.6 mpg (Imp)
I moved your post into its own thread where it will get more attention.
Custom Mirage products: Cruise control kit, Glove box light, MAF sensor housing, Rear sway bar, Upper grill block
Current project: DIY Nitrous oxide setup for ~$100
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View my fuel log 2015 Mirage DE 1.2 manual: 47.2 mpg (US) ... 20.1 km/L ... 5.0 L/100 km ... 56.7 mpg (Imp)
Personally, I'm a fan of using RockAuto for parts. Their prices are great and I've had good luck with their parts.
2014 Mirage brake pads
RockAuto is also a sponsor of this site, so they give us a 5% discount code: DAAF7BD6A97B12
As for the pads, in general there are 3 different kinds of brake pad compounds:
Organic
Semi-Metalic
Ceramic
Here is a comparison of the different pad materials showing their strengths and weaknesses.
My personal favorite is ceramic. It lasts long and is quiet. I typically buy pads that aren't the cheapest, but something in the midrange.
Custom Mirage products: Cruise control kit, Glove box light, MAF sensor housing, Rear sway bar, Upper grill block
Current project: DIY Nitrous oxide setup for ~$100
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View my fuel log 2015 Mirage DE 1.2 manual: 47.2 mpg (US) ... 20.1 km/L ... 5.0 L/100 km ... 56.7 mpg (Imp)
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View my fuel log 2014 Mirage DE 1.2 automatic: 47.1 mpg (US) ... 20.0 km/L ... 5.0 L/100 km ... 56.6 mpg (Imp)
1 kit / set will include 4 pads all your front brakes. You do not need 2.
Custom Mirage products: Cruise control kit, Glove box light, MAF sensor housing, Rear sway bar, Upper grill block
Current project: DIY Nitrous oxide setup for ~$100
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View my fuel log 2015 Mirage DE 1.2 manual: 47.2 mpg (US) ... 20.1 km/L ... 5.0 L/100 km ... 56.7 mpg (Imp)