The Only Brake Pads You Should Buy
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- Brake replacement. The Only Brake Pad You Should Buy, DIY life hacks and car repair with auto mechanic Scotty Kilmer. Life hack that will make your car's brakes work better and last longer. How to make brakes last longer. How to make brakes work smoother. Brake noise and brake repair. The Best Brake Pads in the World and Why. Brake problems. Brake life hacks. Car Advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 54 years.
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Any videos on finding water intrusion entry points into the passenger compartmemt?
I listened Scotty. I got me some ackebono pads after listening to you for my Titan. It has factory 20" chrome wheels. No brake dust whatsoever and stops on a dime. Thank you Scotty. You ARE the man.😎🍻❤️
I put Akebono brake pads on my 04 chevy and the brakes are the best with no noise. I take all of your tips. Thanks.
"Stuff gets wet it might quiet down" Not in my house!
Lol 😆 same here. Quite the opposite
That’s what she said
I always buy top line parts especially for the front brakes. Last time used Akebono pads and don't think I'll ever use anything else from now on. Worth the extra $20.
My day is always better after watching Scotty!
Scotty should easily be at 10 MILLION subscribers by NOW.
TH-cam doesn't like the truth, so I'm stuck here, but thank you
@@scottykilmer Other you tubers have also said that was true for them too.
6 million plus is pretty good
Scotty is right as always. No need to replace the original part with a cheaper after market. Keep all the original parts specially for a car with manual transmission.
I had a junker car one time and lightly filed that rust ridge down and it was good as new.
That's all I do as well. Takes 2 mins. Then again I usually replace the rotors every time anyways. Brake job for front is like $150 every 2 years and $120 for the rear every 4 years so to me no big deal saving $100. Or less. If it was every 3 months that would be a different story.
The outer ridge on the rotor is brittle and chips off with a gentle hammer tap. As long as the rotor has sufficient thickness it’s not an issue. Quiet brakes for a couple of minutes work and zero cost 😊
My BMW dealer (Charlottesville, VA) would not pass our car during the state inspection, despite the 4-5 mm of good pad depth left, due to that little edge of rust, where the pad doesn't touch the rotor. Said that VA DMV requires "full coverage", but I've always seen a thin band of rust on the outer edge and inner edge, at the limit of the pad dimensions. I was not impressed.
@@richardmarshall6751 its common in the UK too, my father in laws Audi was declared by the dealer to need new disks for over £300 because the pads squealed when reversing. I tapped the lip off the disc and all sorted for nothing. They think we are stupid.
Nothing wrong with grinding that lip off completely as it's not swept by the pad anyway
I’m from NYC and it’s common to find wheels stolen especially on Hondas. Wheel locks are essential unless you want to find your car on milk crates.
New York Shitty
@@kgk6674😂
“This is fine”
They are more likely to steal the whole car with you in it inNYC than waste time on stock wheels.
Believe it or NOT, N.Y.C. was a WORSE in the 70's especially and 80's. The ONLY difference from NOW and THEN is NOW you have the WACKED OUT cowardly Left. BACK then they were TOUGH mofo's.
I learned that every screw matters even the tiny ones that screw into the rotor! I didn’t put the 1 tiny hex screw back in each rotor and braking at 50 plus shook my steering wheel. And every month I had to keep tightening my lug nuts cuz the vibration from rotors loosen it up!
Learned my lesson
That tiny screw is not necessary. It's mainly used to hold the rotor on during assembly in the factory. Many times they're so rusted in that thy snap they head off when trying to remove which makes the hole useless. I typically never replace the screw and makes no difference. The wheel has 4 or 5 bolts holding it on that holds the rotor firmly in place.
@@derekgardin1512 that’s what I thought also but must do something cuz since putting each hex screw back in the two front rotors having to retighten my lug nuts every month or so has stopped and in turn stopped the shaking steering wheel/dash at hard braking like getting off short exit ramps from highway.
That’s how I knew it was time to retighten the lug nuts again. lol
It was strange cuz if I had to do a hard brake it was fine for couple weeks after the brake/rotor replacement job. And also stop after tightening the lug nuts.
I have no vibrations at any speed like a off balanced wheel or any shaking from braking as long as those tiny screws are in rotors then my lug nuts stay tight
Thanks Scotty for confirming what I suspected all along - they make the ridge to sell rotors....
My question was why didn't he just buff that ridge off with something like a dremel after removing the wheel?
@@green3488 ...that's called skimming I believe ( might be wrong ) but there's a limit to doing so because they make the rotors just SO thick as to accommodate the wear and then you have to replace them because it becomes dangerous to carry on using the thinned out ones.
For Honda Accord and Civic, wheels still get stolen regularly so wheels lock are a must.
If it's a civic LX with the steel wheels don't think anyone will touch em, more reason to get the cheapo model😊
is not a must they do nothing for thieves lol
@@CRAPO2011 my dad got his wheels covers stolen from the LX model here in Canada
I can't imagine anyone stealing anything honda. But that's just me. The honda vehicle line is number 1 in car theft junk. Never steal anything, it's a commandment. In other countries they cut your hand off. Guess what, no theft there. If it's not worth your life, leave it
i must be lucky never even heard of this
Scotty changes his mind more than I change my underwear.
Your allowed to take an angle grinder and grind that ridge on edge of rotor off.
I just did a 4 wheel brake job on my truck. On advice from Scotty i used Akebono pads and also got the Raybestos coated rotors due to road salt here in the northeast. The Raybestos rotors did right by me on my last brake job so i think i found a winning pair.
Just got this setup on order from rock auto. Glad to hear it's working well for you.
Another way to change the wheel is loosen the screws a little on the ground, then lift it up, then unscrew completely and change the wheel, put it back on the ground and tight the screws up. This way you are producing no stress on the gears or the brake.
That’s how I was taught at 17 and I’m 37 now. Always did it that way
@@jessewynne8193 I think his method is harmless with that machine and that prof. jack but when you just have the car on-board tools with that cheesy car jack it is a different story (car falling from the jack etc).
I knew that before I was born !
$20 AC hand drill, cup brush, and a little grinding wheel, does wonders.
Akebono is closing a factory in Elizabethtown,Ky next year
I had 4 locking nuts on my RAV4 always kept the unlocking key in the glove box the only ones who ever touched them were the mechanic or the tyre shop and between the two of them they got lost cost the mechanic a couple of extra hours getting the wheels back on told him to put ordinary nuts on and change all the nuts for good ones
Who writes the headlines to Scotty's videos?? There wasn't any "news that's not good;"
the noise the car was making turned out to be no problem.
I just had OEM Rotors and Akabono pads installed on my 2001 Tundra a couple months ago, I really like them 👍🏻
I used to get Powerstop but bought Akibono on Scotty’s recommendation years ago and am very happy no dust on my Aluminum rims and they are quiet 😮
@@HotRod-wv4vmI’m getting ready to replace pads and rotors on my 1st Gen Venza. What do you think about Powerstop rotors and Akebono pads combo?
@@carlovanrijk4039 It’s a good combo. I just replaced the power stop rotors. Had them on for about 4 years. They were not warped or anything just thought it was time since one of my calipers was seized. I was going to buy them again but since the car was in the shop as I detected a burnt odor which turned out to be the driver’s side caliper and was taking a long trip I decided to just let the mechanic install new rotors. Normally I do the replacement myself. I think you will be happy with the Akibono. I am going to buy them soon as the seized caliper caused un even wear on the pads on the driver’s side. I like the fact that they don’t throw off a lot of dust on my aluminum rims.
@@HotRod-wv4vm hey thanks for that info! That’s the combo I’m going to go with. And best to you for your vacay! Brake components are def critical. 😃👍🏼
OEM in most cases outperforms high performance brakes in every category...
Akebono doesn't make brake pads for my car in europe (Toyota Aygo) so I got Aisin Brakes instead. They work fine.
Aisin makes great stuff. Some Stock Toyota calipers are Aisin.
Here in the US
I learned that fine cars have two parts discs. If you bult them wrong You destroy expensive discs...
Hey Scotty I know you say to replace the rotors to stop the squeak but what if you're a cheap guy like me I just took my vibrating sander and some oxide sandpaper and sanded the rest off put it all back together seems to have helped quieted it down a lot did I make some horrible mistake😮
When I used to have a 2010 RX 350, I always made sure to know where those lug nuts were!😂😂
Never buy cheap brake parts. It's not worth the risk.
Absolutely. As a former Master Auto Mechanic (same age as Scotty, but I went into management 40 yrs ago), and now a poor (if only this side of Glory) street preacher; I fetter needed brake pads out of the salvage yard...and I frequently find nearly new, top of the line ones.
Cheap brake parts? You mean they might break?
Actually this is not true. If you know where to look you can get very good rotors and ceramic pads cheap.
You can buy cheap, just NOT the "Made in China" stuff.
@@ColtonRMagby Yeah, I wouldn't go anywhere near the made in China stuff.
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Great brake pads yes pay the money they are worth it
Got to love Scotty’s Jack stands from 1968. Probably even made in America 🇺🇸
4:45 Someone replaced the rear pads without replacing the rotors. You can see the grooves in the rotor. (I've been watching TH-cam auto repair videos from my Lay-Z-Boy for more than fifty years.)
What's the bad news that the thumbnail says? If you're suggesting changing the brakes and rotors is a real bad thing, I think that is general maintenance.
Scotty I hope you live forever
My two neighbors' Honda Fit got all tires stolen so they both replaced them with wheel locks.
Do you think he checked the passenger side rear???
Repeat after Scotty: A-K-E-B-O-N-O
Which is a decent aftermarket routers
Only use akebono pads in my toyotas. They will always go through two sets of rotors before the pads are bad.
When you said you have bad news, i thought you were running for president.
hey Scott. if she rusty edge on the rotor was hitting the caliper and making noise, you would see wear marks. I've seen edges that are 5mm and still have no problems
come back when you have good news
Yea.. theses thumbnails are way off
Kilckbait Kilmer
When Scotty got the car up to 6-7000k I thought it was the beginning of the video. 😅 Like in the old days.
Well, you could sand that rotor lip down💥
i dont like the Akebono pads just put some in and dont like them on how they brake/bite the oem bite better
my favorite part of all the vids, the bell ringing part lol
I love Scotty ❤❤❤❤❤
here in canada brake pads should always be replaced with knew rotors for the pads to seat properly'thats wy in canada we dont have complaints like in the us
Also another reason why Canadians are struggling to make ends meet. It’s like the roadworthy inspections in Australia that make you replace a windscreen on nearly new cars - it’s a racket for the windscreen companies and auto inspection shops.
How much $ is being wasted by that forced law?
If you think no one is stealing wheels/tires anymore, come to NYC. There's cars on milk crates everywhere!
Dang really? I guess it makes sense it still happens.
Pad slap job
Not everything is perfect! I have done many, many brake jobs on my cars over the years (I'm 70 years old). I have never paid to have the brakes replaced, it is just too easy to do them yourself. I recently purchased a used 2015 Toyota Tacoma. The previous owner had oversized tires on it. I switched the tires and got a front end alignment. The toe-in did not even register on the machine is was so far off. I still had a wobble when braking (probably caused by being out of alignment and having oversized tire), so I replace the brakes with Akebono brake pads and turned the rotors (only 60,000 mile on the truck). I have never used the Akebono brand before so I though I would give them a try. They brake just fine. But I have to say I have never had brakes squeak before I used Akebono. It is probably not the fault of the brake pads, but just a light touch to the brakes as I brake in front of my house and the dog knows I am home. I will probably take the rotors off and rough them up with 100 grit sand paper and see if the pads will re-seat onto the rotor with out squealing.
Highly unusual. Akebono is the only pads I use, and have never had a noise complaint. As an unusual aside, I just replaced the pads on my old 2015 Tundra!
Scotty you didn't take the lug nuts off in a star pattern. Someone's gonna' fricasee you for that 😂!
How do you feel about aftermarket catalytic converters. I need a full exhaust replacement for a 2008 fj and replacement is upwards of 7500$
What does Scott recommend for brake pads if Akebono doesn't make for my car?
Ceramic and Japanese?
Scotty what rotors do you use?
I have to give Tank respect , he’s old school - he fights the best available fighters ! He not like Mayweather or Bud Crawford !
I heard this guy past. Glad it was just rumors this guys a legend
sounds healthier than my RX-350 (tree fiddy) with half the miles...
Probably highway miles on the rx Scotty featured
80%x20? brakes ?
I changed 02 sensor but the PO133 keeps popping up 2005 hyundai tucson what should i check. Thanks for your help.
When I need a good laugh and top notch everything car advice and maintenance tips: Your the Man Scotty. I think if you actually retired and did nothing, you might kill over and die. Love You Man. Stay in the grrreat State of Tennessee. Always funny and informational. Kudos to you and your Family.
No one steals ugly wheels.😱🤣
Toyota is recalling nearly 280,000 vehicles due to a transmission issue. The automaker is initiating a safety recall of three of its models: The 2022 to 2024 Toyota Tundra and Tundra Hybrid, the 2023-2024 Toyota Sequoia and the 2022-2024 Lexus LX 600 vehicles.
so let me get this straight...are you saying that ISN"T anything structurally wrong?
Powerstop
you can spray or spread phosphoric acid on rustnand it'll melt away. might need respray/respread every 5 minutes depending on the thickness of the rust
Yeah. We all have phosphoric acid at home lol
@@Zed2205 just order it online. the rust isnt going anywhere and its not urgent.
I turn on the radio when I drive. And i don't brake.
he’s gotta listen to the car. that’s a mechanics job
That is the best way to drive.😂
@@bwatkins1223 yes, and I'm glad my car is from the last century, so these companies don't know how much I don't brake. Lol
Thanks kind sir
That customer took really good care of that Lexus
It's so easy and cheap to TURN THE ROTORS
For me Brembo, Advics, and Akebono. From now on.
Scotty, I really like your intro with the tachometer! I found out today that the sound is in stereo with my new Apple I-pad.
Hey Scotty, you're always talking about how good the Nakamoto brake pads/rotors are but where do you get them? I can't seem to find them in my area.
You mean Akebono, which he recommends? I found mine online no problem.
Turn up the volume on the radio and you won’t hear any noise 😅
I use Wagner brake pads they’re good to me
Scotty says buy this part I buy 👍
Save your money and say bye, instead of buy.
I only buy Scotty approved parts.
Thanks.JInli brake pads also very good.
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i've had pad lining that is stuck on to the backing plate at a slightly different place than another pad, and you go to change it again years later, now the new pads ride higher and rub right into that rusted area. I always get new rotors as a rule of thumb.
I feel it is probably better to turn rotors that are factory then to replace them with cheap aftermarket rotors. I feel the best option is to replace with good aftermarket rotors, like Powerstop.
I have had some very good results using Powerstop products for towing applications.
Scotty hasn't been to NYC , they steal OEM wheels all the time😮 he is right the locks do nothing but slow down your mechanic when the key is missing
Clean the rust off with a file and put on a set of ebay ceramic pads. Works great! Can't beat a full brake job for $28
Yep those locks are useless. If a thief really wants em they will still get it off. I always cringe when I see someone turning a rotor jn a modern car. Most cars you can buy rotors for $50/ea. Instead of paying ½hour labor for them to be machined (which will be $60-70 anyway) may as well get new ones. As scotty eluded to, when you turn them and they get thinner, they're more susceptible to warping as there's less volume of metal to dissipate heat. Don't waste money turning rotors.
The dust cover or brake shroud can cause a scraping noise if it is deformed or bent by sloppy mechanics.
Why not sand or grind off the rusty bits? Lots cheaper than new rotors.
Is it okay to use a car jack at a non-90 degree angle? I've always been advised otherwise. (asking for a friend)
Speak Scotty ❤😂
I use Bosch quietcast brake pads for my 14 Honda Accord. I already put in 60k miles on them, but I haven't changed them yet. Still going strong, but when i change, I'm gonna change the rotors. I'm eyeing up Acdelco rotors Brembo or Bosch rotors or Durago, which 1 u think r the best out of all 4 rotor brands ?
Which rotor to pair with the akebono brake pad? Akebono doesn’t make the rotor.
What are the Scotty approved brake pads. Thank you.
Akebono
Can someone tell me what the bad news that wasn't good was?
so which brake pads should i buy
A worker at Discount tire stole my tire locker
Misplaced
So the edge of the rotor isn't touched by the brake pad. But it'll make noise when applying the brakes. That makes no damn sense. This was NOT very informative.
you missed the part when he said "after changing to new brake pads..."
Driving like a madman, a rare instance these days!
Can always drop rotors off to have the edge cut off on a lathe. Not turned, just edge cut off. Safer than jacking up car and using a grinder while its in drive.
Scotty is still great with a wrench.
They should have brought Ache Boner brake pads. Scotty luvs um. 😂😮
Those are pricey haha
I like powerstop brakes