i changed my front shock today and as suspected i need new pad. the rotors are fine and the calipers look almost new so i dont need any work on those. however i was wondering if anyone had advice on pads. i dont readily have access to a rotor/drum turning machine so i cant turn them but found some summit brand semi-metallics for 25 plus shipping. wondering if anyone has tried these? they look good but cant find reviews anywhere. heres the link....
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/SUM-D679-7558/...i figure at least give em a shot for 25 bucks

 

i usually run mid grades but i stepped it up to ceramics due to the place i got them from warrantying the life of the pads soo i could need new pads tomorrow and they`re free :-) but they were 70 bux but hey for 25 bux i`d give them a shot summit usually has good products!!1

 

Ceramic brakes are alot quieter than those semi-metallic ones, but they are all good. If you aren't turning your rotors, I'd go with a lifetime warranty from any old auto store and if they wear out, go get somemore. Only takes 10 minutes to change them out.

 

yeah i have had hit or miss with ceramics some cars/trucks i have ridden in they were nice others were noisey and didnt stop the same(they werent cheap ones either) i figure when it comes time to get new rotors is when i'll splurge on ceramics

 

i put my ceramic pads on with my old rotors and i stop on a dime i thoguth def worth the extra money... i forget which brand i used but it was the top of the line that c.a.p sells.