I have a 1977 Ford F-250 2 wd I am still running Asbestos front brake pads. What is the best front brake pad to get to get the best stopping effect as asbestos pads?

 

How much do you wanna spend?

 

Carbotech Brake linings...they have a web site & IMHO call them as they are great to speak with!!!! I have run their linings for 20 years ever since velva touch originally went away in 1986

 

I first became aware of Carbotech through FTE and Beechkid--he swears by them despite their hefty entry cost. Being a bit too old skool maybe I've opted for NAPA's Ultra Premium for an upcoming brake upgrade, stock '03 E250 front brakes to the '08 and later larger rotors, calipers etc---these will be part of that swap.

LOVE the idea of Carbotech but oh my my---sticker shock!

 

Very true...they are not cheap.....pads run around $150 a set, shoes around $200

 

My quoted price was just about $265 for a set fitting my '08 E250 brake upgrade. That included their core charge and shipping----for $150 it would have been a no brainer for me!

 

Yes...it varies by the application...