Dodge Ram 1500 Brake Pads

A vehicle as tough as your Dodge Ram needs heavy-duty stopping power. The brake pads provide most of the stopping power for your vehicle, so making sure you have the best brakes in the industry is a must. High-quality new brake pads for Ram from AutoZone provide better stoppage than factory pads and are available in designs that suit your driving style.

If you're hauling or towing, you need even more performance from your Dodge Ram brake pads, so let AutoZone's experienced, dependable staff show you how specially designed towing pads improve your truck's braking function. New, high-quality brake pads enable your truck to deliver, mile after mile. Upgrade with AutoZone today and take advantage of our Same Day Store Pick-up when you order online.

Stopping Power You Can Count On
Replacing your brake pads is about more than just precision handling, at least when you have a truck it is. You didn't get a Dodge Ram 1500 just to go from place to place, its engine and towing capacity are there to make sure you have the tools to get the job done no matter what it is. That's why you need to find the right brake pads for your Dodge Ram 1500 whenever you notice the current ones are worn at or near the minimum thickness limit. Manufacturers stipulate those limits to make sure you replace pads before a mechanical failure, because parts that are designed to wear should be handled as maintenance to avoid any delays while you are out on the job.

Performance or OEM Pads?
Many drivers question whether they should go the OEM route or upgrade to performance parts. When it comes to your brakes, the performance models have a few advantages that almost always translate to a longer brake pad life for any driving style. Aggressive drivers still notice they wear faster than projected, but not as fast as OEM parts, mainly due to the fact that aftermarket pads are manufactured for better heat dissipation, which tends to promote pad life by minimizing erosion during contact. Hotter contact surfaces wear down faster as a general rule when designing brakes. That being said, OEM pads are designed to be economical, so if you are looking at the cost per mile driven, there are a lot of drivers who get their best dollar spent out of OEM parts. Remember, though, increased inertia requires increased stopping power. The best brake pads for Dodge Ram 1500 will be the ones that give you precise stopping control even when you are towing the heaviest loads.

Enjoy the Ride
Your truck feels best when it's operating at full capacity, and it can only do that when you have the stopping power you need under every circumstance. Chances are good that you can drive for a while after first noticing a softer brake pedal before you see any significant reduction in your control on the road, but why wait? What seems like a minor loss of performance when you are in an empty truck can be a hassle when it is loaded, especially if you are trying to slow for cornering. The best way to really enjoy your truck whether you are working or playing is by making sure you have brake pads that can stand up to the toughest challenge. Just remember, before you order that brake pad replacement for Dodge Ram 1500, inspect the entire set of brakes. You might need more pads, or you might be dealing with brakes that need more parts replaced than just the pads. An inspection ensures you order all the right parts the first time.

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