[plano]

Hey i got the 3 Hatch, I need to get my brakes changed and need a quick answer.... What type of brake pads should i have them put on? Semi - Metallic or Ceramic? OR would i be ok with either? Thanks.

 

[dabears2k]

hawk hps pads

 

[plano]

im having it done somewhere though, which is why im asking

 

[mazdabrakes]

Get the pads yet?

-Gary

 

[MyZoom7]

Depends, can't really tell you without knowing the brand. Ceramics can suck hard if you buy the wrong brand. Semi-Metallic's are mostly squeaky, if you buy the wrong brand..

You probably already got pads though.

 

[squatch66]

i am really interested in this topic because i am getting close to needing a new set of rear pads for my '05 sp

 

[slyons89]

Similar interest here, my original stock pads are squeeking a bit with 16k miles. I've heard aftermarket ones can be alot cheaper than OEM replacements... what should i order, or at least, where should i look?

 

[mazdabrakes]

Take a look in our forum.

http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=111578.msg2307217#msg2307217

There is a FAQ.

Finally, you can go to our site, choose your car and look at all the options.

-Gary

 

[Nomanchez]

Good info I must say, now a quick question do you need to bleed lines when replacing front pads

 

[mazdabrakes]

[quote author=Nomanchez link=topic=136469.msg2960371#msg2960371 date=1235576658]
Good info I must say, now a quick question do you need to bleed lines when replacing front pads
[/quote]

You don't have to, but if you know how to then do it.

-Gary

 

[Wayfarer]

I know most people don't mention Wagner pads, but I have their thermo-quiet pads on my 3, and they are virtually silent.