Powerstop Pads for SS

TP2SS · 02-03-2021, 01:41 PM

Okay, so I ordered the Z26 pads for all 4 corners so I can stop the dust.

I got the -1474A pads as that was spec'd. Car's in storage so I can't check this myself, but what's the dealeo with the two "counterweights" on the top of each pad? After searching around a bit, seems there's a -1474 and 1474A, with the former not having the weights.

Wife's got a '16 CTS with Brembos and it calls for the same pads, but when I took the wheel off today to check the wear and see if I should order her a set, I noticed no weights on the OEM pads. Appears pads with weights would actually fit and clear the wheel, but it got me thinking if I got the right pads for my '16 2SS. Can't remember seeing those weights sticking out of the calipers on my SS, but can't say I've ever really looked closely. Only had the car a year and haven't taken any wheels off yet since it gets stored in the winter.

Inquiring minds would like to know!

That1guy_tim · 02-03-2021, 01:46 PM

I don't know the reasoning behind why factory SS pads have the weights. (never looked into it) but I DO know you don't need the weights. none of my aftermarket pads had weights. No side affects felt. Factory pads did have the weights

2SS Capt · 02-03-2021, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by TP2SS

Okay, so I ordered the Z26 pads for all 4 corners so I can stop the dust.

I got the -1474A pads as that was spec'd. Car's in storage so I can't check this myself, but what's the dealeo with the two "counterweights" on the top of each pad? After searching around a bit, seems there's a -1474 and 1474A, with the former not having the weights.

Wife's got a '16 CTS with Brembos and it calls for the same pads, but when I took the wheel off today to check the wear and see if I should order her a set, I noticed no weights on the OEM pads. Appears pads with weights would actually fit and clear the wheel, but it got me thinking if I got the right pads for my '16 2SS. Can't remember seeing those weights sticking out of the calipers on my SS, but can't say I've ever really looked closely. Only had the car a year and haven't taken any wheels off yet since it gets stored in the winter.

Inquiring minds would like to know!

These are the proper pads:

Front - Power Stop Z26-1474A Z26 Extreme Performance Carbon-Ceramic Front Brake Pad Set

Rear - Power Stop Z26-1718 Z26 Extreme Performance Carbon-Ceramic Rear Brake Pad Set

TP2SS · 02-03-2021, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by 2SS Capt

These are the proper pads:

Front - Power Stop Z26-1474A Z26 Extreme Performance Carbon-Ceramic Front Brake Pad Set

Rear - Power Stop Z26-1718 Z26 Extreme Performance Carbon-Ceramic Rear Brake Pad Set

Yep, those are the ones I got. Looks pretty easy to change, just pull the pins and slide 'em out. No removing the calipers.

How the new jet?

kropscamaro16 · 02-03-2021, 02:37 PM

yea i did the same thing the one with the big add weights work the same but looked dumb lol

2SS Capt · 02-03-2021, 03:08 PM

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Originally Posted by TP2SS

Yep, those are the ones I got. Looks pretty easy to change, just pull the pins and slide 'em out. No removing the calipers.

How the new jet?

Yup, very easy to change...

The new jet is great! Have about 40 hours in it already... Lovin' it!

02-03-2021, 01:41 PM	#1
TP2SS Drives: 2016 2SS Convertible Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: SE Michigan Posts: 576	Powerstop Pads for SS Okay, so I ordered the Z26 pads for all 4 corners so I can stop the dust. I got the -1474A pads as that was spec'd. Car's in storage so I can't check this myself, but what's the dealeo with the two "counterweights" on the top of each pad? After searching around a bit, seems there's a -1474 and 1474A, with the former not having the weights. Wife's got a '16 CTS with Brembos and it calls for the same pads, but when I took the wheel off today to check the wear and see if I should order her a set, I noticed no weights on the OEM pads. Appears pads with weights would actually fit and clear the wheel, but it got me thinking if I got the right pads for my '16 2SS. Can't remember seeing those weights sticking out of the calipers on my SS, but can't say I've ever really looked closely. Only had the car a year and haven't taken any wheels off yet since it gets stored in the winter. Inquiring minds would like to know! __________________ 2016 2SS Convertible Hyper Blue/Ash Gray A8 Magnetic Ride Control Dual Mode Exhaust 2019+ version Split Spoke Silver Wheels Navigation Silver Rally Stripes

02-03-2021, 01:46 PM	#2
That1guy_tim Drives: Camaro 1ss Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 495	I don't know the reasoning behind why factory SS pads have the weights. (never looked into it) but I DO know you don't need the weights. none of my aftermarket pads had weights. No side affects felt. Factory pads did have the weights __________________ Follow me on IG for build thread! https://www.instagram.com/tracked_1ss/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Tracked_1ss FortuneAuto Coilovers! https://shop-fortune-auto.com/produc...ries-coilovers

02-03-2021, 02:37 PM	#5
kropscamaro16 Drives: 2016 1ss camaro Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: 909 Posts: 9,816	yea i did the same thing the one with the big add weights work the same but looked dumb lol __________________ 16 1SS NIGHTFALL GRAY METALLIC WITH NPP #BECAUSERACECAR #SAVETHEMANUALS

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