Diff between Performance Friction and Z-Rated

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Jul 31, 2001 | 03:37 AM

jtmiller92

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Diff between Performance Friction and Z-Rated

Just wondered if anyone new the difference between the performance friction and the Z-rated brake pads that are sold at autozone.I currently have the performance friction and they work great and have lasted a long time.The z-rated are about $15 more for the set.looking for some imput......

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Jul 31, 2001 | 07:58 AM

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Just a guess but maybe the "Z" rating is the same as a tire?
I think its safe up to 160mph or something like that....

Jul 31, 2001 | 01:09 PM

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maybe....lol

Jul 31, 2001 | 09:00 PM

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From: Fla

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I have the standard PF pads also and have been very happy with the performance and low dust on the rims.

I Have heard some people complaining about the Z pads not working to well when there cold.

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Jul 31, 2001 | 10:08 PM

jtmiller92

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From: Nicholasville,KY

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Thanks Mike,I decided to stick with the performance friction.I know for a fact there good brakes and haven't had any problems out of them yet......

Jul 31, 2001 | 11:36 PM

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I'm not sure if you guys know this but they are both made by PF. The Z is a little harder on rotors and cold stops are longer. You probably allready know all this though.

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Aug 1, 2001 | 12:19 AM

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One guy at Autozone told me (under his breath) that they are basically the same as the Heavy Duty pads that they sell for big trucks. They're made out of a really hard compound. They're just not as thick as the truck ones. He said they'll last longer, but that's because they don't grab as well.