Brake Pads
Essex offers street and race friction from some of the top pad manufacturers in the world. Whether you're looking for the best pad to lay down some laps, or if you just want something quiet for your daily commute, we have you covered. With all of the pad choices on the market today, choosing the ideal pad to suit your needs can be difficult. If you're unsure where to begin, check out the article, "How to Choose Brake Pads" in the Essex Learning Center.
Advanced Brake Pad Filter
STEP 1Choose Vehicle or
Aftermarket Caliper
STEP 2Additional Options
Learning Center
Know Brakes 1: How to Bed-in Brake Pads and Rotors
Know Brakes. with Jeff Ritter Episode I: Preparing Brake Pads and RotorsProperly bedding in your brake pads and rotors is absolutely critical if you want to squeeze the most performance from your brake system. Unfortunately, many enthusiasts don’t understand how or why they should be doing this important procedure. In this inaugural episode of “Know Brakes,” Jeff Ritter teaches you everything you need to know to prepare your brake pads and rotors for heavy use. Highlights include in-car footage of the process, before and after component photos, and an interview with AP Racing engineer Steve Hood. Armed with the knowledge in this video, you’ll be able to get...