ThorChristian
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- 2016 XLT 4WD
Hello all,
I am going to replace my brake pads, and was wondering if I should go with ceramic or semi-metallic...
Info:
The explorer is used for daily commutes, no off-roading, no towing, no aggressive driving.
I am pretty sure the current pads (factory originals) are semi-metallic. If the rotors do not need to be replaced also, do I need to stay with semi-metallic, or can I switch to ceramic with the same rotors?
If I go with ceramic (and originals were semi-metallic) will that change any computer settings, or will I notice any change in performance, stopping distance, etc?
If I have to replace the rotors... should I upgrade to ceramic, or does it come down to personal preference?
Any info/advice is appreciated. I don't know much about ceramic brakes, but have heard good things about them. The brakes that came with the vehicle have been fine, and have worn well, so no real complaints on the OEM quality.
I am going to replace my brake pads, and was wondering if I should go with ceramic or semi-metallic...
Info:
The explorer is used for daily commutes, no off-roading, no towing, no aggressive driving.
I am pretty sure the current pads (factory originals) are semi-metallic. If the rotors do not need to be replaced also, do I need to stay with semi-metallic, or can I switch to ceramic with the same rotors?
If I go with ceramic (and originals were semi-metallic) will that change any computer settings, or will I notice any change in performance, stopping distance, etc?
If I have to replace the rotors... should I upgrade to ceramic, or does it come down to personal preference?
Any info/advice is appreciated. I don't know much about ceramic brakes, but have heard good things about them. The brakes that came with the vehicle have been fine, and have worn well, so no real complaints on the OEM quality.