2000 Silverado brake pads, how to match OE ones??

I have a 2000 Silverado that has 191,000 miles on it. It is hard to believe but I have never had to replace the brake pads. I was checking them yesterday when I was rotating the tires and I think I am going to finally have to replace them in a couple months.

I am absolutely amazed that the original pads have lasted this long.

My question is this. How can I get pads that are the same as the OE ones? Do I have to get them from the Chevy dealer? I will if that is what I have to do but they like to overcharge for a lot of parts. Or do I just need to get a certain type and brand?

Let me know what you guys think. Thanks

 

I can tell you two things for sure.......

1) You must be a very conscientious driver to get that many miles on your original brakes
2) No matter what brakes you buy..... you will never get near that mileage again.

 

I'm thinking those set of pads were a fluke .... count your blessings . but don't expect a repeat

 

Pads may have been a fluke, and I may never get that kind of mileage again, but in any case I am also looking for recommendations for my best choice. Thanks

 

I usually buy the lifetime guaranteed pads/shoes at a local parts store. Not sure how they compare with the rest but I like knowing it's the last set I'll buy for that particular vehicle.

 

I personally do not believe it.. Did you buy the truck new?

NO way IMO...

 

I think it depends a lot on how the vehicle was used. Hauling heavy loads, towing, lots of stop and go...that would wear them out quicker. Driving 50 miles each way on highways to a jobsite...not so much. My wifes Mazda Tribute was mostly a highway vehicle and when I decided to change the pads at 120K they still had a lot of material left prob 1/4-3/8"...dunno what they started with tho.

As to what replacements to get....a premium brand like Raybestos would be what I'd choose. I'd never buy a house brand....have had issues in the past.

 

Wagner ThermoQuiet Ceramics is an excellent pad. Make sure you replace the rotors too and do a proper bedding in of the new components for best performance.

 

wagner pads are good. i have heard of others getting similar mileage on their chevy truck as well surprisingly. maybe you guys just got a lucky batch