Can't find Wagner brake pads!

[PT Drummer]

It's time to replace my brake pads and after searching through the forum it seems that the Wagner Thermo Quiet - MX 841's are the most desirable? Problem is I can't find them anywhere in town. The closest I got was a brake parts store that said they used to carry them but switched to Ray-Bestos. Another brake shop told me they thought Wagner had been bought out by someone.

My question is, what would be a close in quality second to the Wagners. I need to pick them up locally as I can't wait for them to be shipped.

Thanks
Don S

[Sci-Fi]

Buy the Raybesto ceramic pads, part # PGD841QS . Your local parts store should be able to get those for you quickly if they are not in stock. Most have noticed less dust after changing the pads.

I should add that if you have a NAPA store in your area, they should be able to get the Wagner pads for you.

[Bosch]

Kragen Auto parts $70.00 bucks and two days for delivery to the parts house.. It was so worth it.. The dust factor alone was worth it.. Stopping power not too different from stock..

[Cruisin1]

Got my Thremo Quiet pads at HAPCO Auto Parts store $52.00...

[QuicksilverDon]

Originally posted by Sci-Fi
Buy the Raybesto ceramic pads, part # PGD841QS . Your local parts store should be able to get those for you quickly if they are not in stock. Most have noticed less dust after changing the pads.

I should add that if you have a NAPA store in your area, they should be able to get the Wagner pads for you.

Or PartsAmerica.Com. I got mine there about 20,000 miles ago. They're quiet, work great, and, and, and ...... NO DUST!

[PT Drummer]

Thanks for the info.
I found a parts house that said they could get them the same day from their warehouse. When I went to pick them up they told me the warehouse had called and didn't have any so I broke down and went to the local Chrysler dealer. $130. They offered me a set for $40 that they now carry called V-line or Value line. I opted for the OEMs at $130.

When I got my wheels off I found that the rear pads had 60% or better and the left front had 40% or better but the right front had nothing left. This seemed a bit odd to me. Any ideas as to why they would wear like this? Should I have my dealer look at the brakes?

[Mark1]

Front to back sounds about right. but the left to right seems a bit off.

[illini4]

Wagner Thermo Quiet pads are available at www.AutoPartsGIANT.com. They are about $35 per set plus shipping. My understanding is that they are identical to the $130 OEM pads. Check right front caliper to make sure it is sliding freely.

[Sci-Fi]

Originally posted by PT Drummer
Thanks for the info.
When I got my wheels off I found that the rear pads had 60% or better and the left front had 40% or better but the right front had nothing left. This seemed a bit odd to me. Any ideas as to why they would wear like this? Should I have my dealer look at the brakes?

The rear pads should last 2-4 times longer or show significantly less wear than the front pads, IMHO. On my previous cars, I found the pads that came equipped on the cars were rather on the soft side and had to be replaced near the 20k mile mark. By habit, I change my pads when they are worn 50-60%.

As far as the right front wearing faster than the left front, it could be many things. A sticking left caliper piston or caliper assembly sticking as mentioned above, comes to mind or it could just be a problem with the right pads. Should do a visual brake pad inspection at every or every other oil change.

For those interested in different pad performance, avg. pedal force, and temperature readings, here is a pdf file: Evaluation of Replacement Brake Pads for Police Patrol Vehicles

[moorecruizin]

I just got today my order of Titanium pads from JC Whitney. when I get them on this weekend I drive for 100 miles or so and report back on whether or not I like them.