New YouTube Video On Brake Pad Testing By ‘Engineering Explained’ Trending With More Than 1.3 Million Views
This popular video compares five brake pad sets (for the same application) using industry-standard tests at NRS’ certified testing laboratories. Four tests were performed on the pads using a brake dynamometer, corrosion test chamber and shear testing machine.
7 Brake Myths Busted
There are some myths about brake pads, rotors and hydraulics that need to be busted. These myths can hurt and hinder a technician’s ability to diagnose and solve some REAL brake problems and customer concerns.
VIDEO: How Brake Pad Wear Sensors Work And Why You Need To Replace Them
When replacing brake pads it is essential that you also replace the wear sensors too. Typically, the part that fails is the connector itself. Andrew Markel explains how this works and why it is so important to remember on your next brake job. Sponsored by Carlson.
Brakes: Science Friction
For the brakes to function, the rotors and pads have to wear. Even a brake rotor’s metallurgy can determine how a pad wears. For import nameplate vehicles, the chemistry of the pads is part of the equation that determines how the brakes feel and perform.
Brake Corrosion Science: Why Rust On Brake Lines And Pads Is Not Normal
You know what rust and corrosion look like, but what is it? Why does it cause holes in some metal parts while causing others to seize? It is not a simple answer. Understanding the mechanics of rust and corrosion is critical in repairing the vehicles and preventing corrosion from happening.
VIDEO: Matching Brake Pads With Customers
Andrew Markel discusses selling brake pads to customers by identifying the way in which the customer uses their vehicle. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
VIDEO: Noise Issues On Opposing Piston Brake Calipers
Andrew Markel breaks down the mechanism of opposing piston calipers, and where noise can come from despite their noiseless design. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
VIDEO: Consistency Reduces Brake Pad Noise
Andrew Markel explains how using the right tools is necessary to maintain consistent temperature and brake pressure on friction material, and reduce brake noise. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
VIDEO: Brake Pad Hardware Replacement
Andrew Markel explains the importance of replacing the brake hardware on any brake pad job. Sponsored by Nissan.
Silencing Brake Noise After Service
There are no shortcuts to performing a noise-free brake job. It is a difficult job that requires combining the correct parts, knowledge and preparation to make sure that the brakes do not make a noise for more than 20,000 miles or more.
Electronic Brake Pad Wear Sensors Diagnostics
Electronic brake pad wear sensors can be found on a variety of vehicles, including domestic, European and Asian cars and trucks. These give a more accurate reading on brake pad depth compared to squealer metal tabs that make noise that most drivers manage to ignore assuming it will go away over time.
VIDEO: Brake Pads And Tribology
Andrew Markel discusses tribology, the study of friction, and how different materials in brake pads react with brake rotors. Sponsored by Nissan.
