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wagner thermaquiet or bendix brake pads? why?

Sep 14, 2009 by Arcee | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

Which is better looking to replace origianal brake pads on my 06 scion tc.thanks

nothing wrong with either brand, bendix is more expensive for some unknown reason.
ceramic pads are spec'd for your car. ceramics are NOT a better pad and they wont' last longer.
longetivity is based upon how you drive.
they do have

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