Brake Pad Set Replacement

[blackrodeo]

Hello - just wondering where can I get the cheapest brake pad set for an Isuzu Rodeo '99. I know everyone is saying to stick with the Isuzu OEM parts, but where can we get the best deal on these? Any advice is really appreciated.

Thanks!!!

[Cat Fuzz]

Try Rockauto.com.

[blackrodeo]

Thanks! What do you suggest what brand do I get? I'm thinking of Akebono??? Thanks!

[Cat Fuzz]

I dunno. I'm not picky. I just ordered a set of Raybestos Ceramics for $18 shipped. They were on close-out and I got the last set. I only got them because they were cheap.

[rod2004]

Originally Posted by blackrodeo

Hello - just wondering where can I get the cheapest brake pad set for an Isuzu Rodeo '99. I know everyone is saying to stick with the Isuzu OEM parts, but where can we get the best deal on these? Any advice is really appreciated.

Thanks!!!

I've been using Duralast at Autozone. They've been great for past 4 yrs.

I replace them each year.

[blackrodeo]

Thanks guys! unfortunately I have one more problem. I lost the key to remove the lug nuts. how can I order replacement key? Anyone have this happen to them?

Thanks!

[Cat Fuzz]

Usually when locking lugnuts are installed, there is a sticker that goes inside the glove box with a number on it so you can order a new key. If it's not there, they make emergency removal tools. Try a local tool shop or Harbor Freight.

[blackrodeo]

Thanks again. I found it! $15 for the key.

[Volume311]

I'm sure this is done already but I'll throw my 2 cents.

When people strongly say stick with OEM, theres a reason for it. Most threads I've seen on the brakes, people got upwards of 75k out of a set of OEM pads, some got over 100k, I made it to 110K.

[Cat Fuzz]

OEM parts are made by the lowest bidder. I don't buy into the theory that OEM is always best. I might be, it might not be but we'll never know who actually made the parts.