Rock Auto periodically sends an overstock sale notice. One item this time caught my attention: metallic brake pads (link to specific product, below). I wonder what the mechanics out there think about using metallic pads on our E-450 MB?
Similarly, Bosch, heavy duty oil filters are available at a substantial discount. I’ve always used Motorcraft. Thoughts?
Thanks,
Warren
More Information for RAYBESTOS PGD1330M (https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=1310614)
More Information for BOSCH D3410 (https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=2233526&cc=3443663&jsn=__GIP__28__)
This brake pad composition comparison/explanation is interesting (Well, to me and maybe to a few others.... ;) ).
Ceramic vs. Semi-Metallic Brake Pads: How They Work and What They're Made of (https://www.advicsaftermarket.com/ceramic-vs-semi-metallic-brake-pads-how-they-work-and-what-theyre-made-of/)
If you like the performance of your LD, consider staying with the stock Ford disc brake pads. You need a pad formulated for the heavy loads an RV carries, IMO, Ford did a good job of picking the right material formulation. Brakes are an area where going low-buck out can be deadly
The Bosch filters are a good choice.
Larry