1981 Chevrolet C30 Brake Pads and Shoes

Essential 1981 Chevrolet C30 Brake Pads and Shoes

Bosch – QuietCast Premium Brake Pads w/ Shims (Part No.N1010441183BOS)

QuietCast Premium Brake Pads w/ Shims

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$51.67
Bosch QuietCast Premium raises aftermarket brake pad technology to a whole new level. Employing the industry’s best pre-attached, rubber core shims and Molded Shim Technology (on selected applications), QuietCast delivers the quiet operation you and your customers expect with the durability and long life that are the hallmarks of all Bosch products. Every Bosch QuietCast Disc Brake Pad is fitted with the industry’s best pre-attached rubber core shim. This shim style is the most predominant type used by OE manufacturers and is exclusively offered by Bosch for the independent aftermarket.

Product Features:
  • OE-Equivalent and Direct Fit application.
  • OE style rubber-core shims
  • Advanced, platform-specific Semi Metallic formulation
  • Dedicated engineers source and rigorously test all friction materials and formulations
  • Manufactured under the same exacting quality standards as OE components and system
  • Powder-coated backing plate
  • Rigorous physical and dynamometer testing
  • Synthetic lubricant in box
  • Pads individually wrapped Bosch Molded Shim Technology (MST)*** (On Select Applications)
  • At the time of pressing, heat, adhesive and pressure mold the multi-layer shim to the backing plate and friction material creating an integrally molded unit.
  • Shim stays attached throughout the life of the pad; won’t walk or slide on the backing plate
  • Provides maximum stability resulting in quieter shim performance over the life of the pad
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Carquest Frontline – Severe Duty Brake Pads With Hardware, Ideal For Heavy Towing And Hauling (Part No.FLD149)

Severe Duty Brake Pads With Hardware, Ideal For Heavy Towing And Hauling

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$62.99
Providing maximum braking performance on towing, heavy hauling, and frequent braking applications, Carquest Frontline Severe Duty brake pads are the ideal choice for severe duty applications.

Product Features:
  • Severe duty friction formulations dissipate heat faster for extended pad life
  • On-vehicle testing similar to original equipment tests
  • Patented 4-Layer HEX Shim Technology provides quiet braking
  • HEX shim design utilizes aramid fibers, the same fibers used in bulletproof vests, to reduce shim wear
  • PTFE coated hardware and caliper pin grease included for nearly every application
  • Powder-coated backing plate prevents corrosion
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Carquest Wearever – Brake Shoes (Part No.S452)

Brake Shoes

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$75.99
Wearever brake shoes are 100% new OE replacement brake shoes and come with coated steel to guard against rust, salt and road grime.  Wearever brake shoes provide exceptional stopping power, virtually noise free and exact fitment to the original equipment brake shoes.

Product Features:
  • Wearever Brake Shoes come bonded or riveted based on OE design. 
  • Wearever Brake Shoes are coated to prevent rust.
  • Wearever Brake Shoes are 100% New not remanufactured.
  • Brand may vary by location
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ACDelco – Riveted Rear Drum Brake Shoe Set (Part No.17451R)

Riveted Rear Drum Brake Shoe Set

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$115.99
ACDelco (Professional) Gold Riveted Brake Shoes are the high quality alternative to Original Equipment (OE) parts. Engineered with a premium dipped coating to help resist corrosion and premature wear, they provide superior performance. These riveted brakes deliver the highest possible shear strength while reducing noise and vibration. For GM vehicle application, the chamfer angle and vane configuration follow the OE design. Also, no machining is required. ACDelco Professional Riveted Brake Shoes are ready to be installed right out of the box. ACDelco Gold (Professional) parts are manufactured to meet your expectations for fit, form, and function, making them a smart choice for General Motors vehicles, as well as most makes and models, including special applications. These high-quality parts are backed by General Motors. Some ACDelco Gold parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco Professional.

Product Features:
  • Quality validated for proper metallurgy and correct brake plate thickness
  • Non-directional brake surface finish for consistent braking
  • All shoes are machined for correct shoe-to-drum contact
  • Highest shear strength for the best bond integrity
  • Some ACDelco Gold parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco Professional
  • Premium aftermarket replacement part
  • Manufactured to meet specifications for fit, form, and function for General Motors vehicles as well as most makes and models
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ACDelco – Advantage Semi-Metallic Brake Pads (Part No.N1010837164ACD)

Advantage Semi-Metallic Brake Pads

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$50.12
ACDelco Advantage Semi-Metallic Brake Pads offer outstanding performance and are generally quieter and more durable than competitive Semi-Metallic pads. ACDelco Advantage Brakes feature the fit, form and function of premium aftermarket brakes at a more economical price. They offer dependability, performance and great value without sacrificing important features and benefits. The ACDelco name means the quality is assured – from brake pads and shoes to drums and rotors, you can count on the Advantage series to deliver value every time. Tested to SAE2430/SAE2784 standards, they offer dependability, performance and great value – without sacrificing important features and benefits.

Product Features:
  • Chamfered, slotted and shimmed to provide similar fit, form and function of the OE service part
  • Hardware clip kits included (where applicable)
  • Tested to SAE2430 SAE2784 standards to help assure quality
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Carquest Wearever – Brake Shoes (Part No.S450)

Brake Shoes

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$43.49
Wearever brake shoes are 100% new OE replacement brake shoes and come with coated steel to guard against rust, salt and road grime.  Wearever brake shoes provide exceptional stopping power, virtually noise free and exact fitment to the original equipment brake shoes.

Product Features:
  • Wearever Brake Shoes come bonded or riveted based on OE design. 
  • Wearever Brake Shoes are coated to prevent rust.
  • Wearever Brake Shoes are 100% New not remanufactured.
  • Brand may vary by location
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Carquest Wearever – Brake Shoes (Part No.S451)

Brake Shoes

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$54.99
Wearever brake shoes are 100% new OE replacement brake shoes and come with coated steel to guard against rust, salt and road grime.  Wearever brake shoes provide exceptional stopping power, virtually noise free and exact fitment to the original equipment brake shoes.

Product Features:
  • Wearever Brake Shoes come bonded or riveted based on OE design. 
  • Wearever Brake Shoes are coated to prevent rust.
  • Wearever Brake Shoes are 100% New not remanufactured.
  • Brand may vary by location
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ACDelco – Professional DuraStop Brake Shoe Set (Part No.N2010594011ACD)

Professional DuraStop Brake Shoe Set

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$127.16
ACDelco Professional DuraStop New Brake Shoes are designed to meet OE service standards for fit, form and function, and are engineered to help resist corrosion and premature wear. Independently tested using D3EA and SAE J2784 standards, ACDelco Professional DuraStop Brake Shoes offer exceptional performance.

Product Features:
  • Provide similar fit, form and function of the OE service part
  • Tested to D3EA and SAE J2784 for braking effectiveness
  • Noise/Vibration/Harshness (NVH) and durability/wear testing for assurance of quality
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Wagner – ThermoQuiet Semi-Metallic Disc Brake Pad Set (Part No.MX149)

ThermoQuiet Semi-Metallic Disc Brake Pad Set

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$25.00
Wagner TQ® brake pads feature a zero-copper friction formulation and a unique Integrally Molded Insulator (IMI¿) technology for quieter operation.

Product Features:
  • QUIET PERFORMANCE — Semi-metallic friction material engineered in-house to allow quiet operation and high performance
  • EXCEPTIONAL BRAKING POWER — Advanced friction formulations dissipate heat for superior braking performance
  • ONE-PIECE DESIGN — IMI¿ technology integrates friction material, backing plate and insulator into the brake pad for select applications
  • ONE-PIECE DESIGN — IMI┐ technology integrates friction material, backing plate and insulator into the brake pad for select applications
  • HARDWARE INCLUDED — Premium stainless-steel hardware included for select applications
  • COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE — Brake pads available for all vehicle types
  • ZERO COPPER FORMULATION — Features Wagner OE25¿ zero-copper friction formulation
  • ZERO COPPER FORMULATION — Features Wagner OE25┐ zero-copper friction formulation
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ACDelco – Professional DuraStop Brake Shoe Set (Part No.N2010191250ACD)

Professional DuraStop Brake Shoe Set

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$154.36
ACDelco Professional DuraStop New Brake Shoes are designed to meet OE service standards for fit, form and function, and are engineered to help resist corrosion and premature wear. Independently tested using D3EA and SAE J2784 standards, ACDelco Professional DuraStop Brake Shoes offer exceptional performance.

Product Features:
  • Provide similar fit, form and function of the OE service part
  • Tested to D3EA and SAE J2784 for braking effectiveness
  • Noise/Vibration/Harshness (NVH) and durability/wear testing for assurance of quality
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Wagner – Brake QuickStop Drum Brake Shoe Set (Part No.N2010978280WAG)

Brake QuickStop Drum Brake Shoe Set

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$156.62
Wagner® QuickStop® brake shoes utilize professional-grade friction materials that mirror original equipment and utilize OE-required riveted or bonded configurations.

Product Features:
  • Precision ground maximizes friction-to-drum contact
  • Attached levers and pins included to match OE (on specific applications)
  • Comprehensive coverage for foreign and domestic nameplates
  • Install Wagner with total confidence
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Carquest Professional Platinum – Brake Pads With Hardware, Better Performance, Longer Life, Quiet, Ideal For Towing (Part No.PMD153H)

Brake Pads With Hardware, Better Performance, Longer Life, Quiet, Ideal For Towing

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$60.99
Carquest Platinum Professional brake pads are a premium alternative to original equipment brake pads that provide superior stopping performance, quieter braking and cleaner wheels. All CQ Platinum Professional brake pads are manufactured by a vertically

Product Features:
  • Industry-leading number of application specific formulations for maximum performance and extended pad life
  • On-vehicle testing similar to original equipment tests
  • Patented 4-Layer HEX Shim Technology provides quiet braking
  • HEX shim design utilizes aramid fibers, the same fibers used in bulletproof vests, to reduce shim wear
  • Burnishing compound allows for a faster break-in of pads and rotors
  • PTFE coated hardware and caliper pin grease included for nearly every application
  • Powder-coated backing plate prevents corrosion
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Carquest Premium Gold – Ceramic Brake Pads – (4-Pad Set) (Part No.GNAD149)

Ceramic Brake Pads - (4-Pad Set)

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$48.99
Carquest Premium Gold brake pads are original equipment replacement brake pads that provide consistent, quiet, and clean braking.

Product Features:
  • Application-specific formulations designed for extended pad life and clean wheels
  • Multi-layer shim for near silent braking
  • OE designed slots and chamfers for consistent performance
  • Hardware included on popular and late-model applications
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ACDelco – Advantage Semi-Metallic Severe Duty Brake Pads (Part No.N1010592521ACD)

Advantage Semi-Metallic Severe Duty Brake Pads

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$39.39
ACDelco Advantage Semi-Metallic Disc Brake Pads are formulated with steel strands to provide strength and conduct heat away from the rotor’s surface while offering quality braking power. ACDelco Advantage Brakes feature the fit, form and function of premium aftermarket brakes at a more economical price. They offer dependability, performance and great value without sacrificing important features and benefits. The ACDelco name means the quality is assured – from brake pads and shoes to drums and rotors, you can count on the Advantage series to deliver value every time. Tested to SAE2430/SAE2784 standards, they offer dependability, performance and great value – without sacrificing important features and benefits.

Product Features:
  • Designed for towing or extreme braking environments
  • Chamfered, slotted and shimmed to provide similar fit, form and function of the OE service part
  • Hardware clip kits included (where applicable)
  • Tested to SAE2430 SAE2784 standards to help assure quality
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Carquest Premium Gold – Brake Pads With Hardware, Semi-Metallic, Long Pad Life, Quiet Braking (Part No.GMKD149)

Brake Pads With Hardware, Semi-Metallic, Long Pad Life, Quiet Braking

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$47.99
Carquest Premium Gold brake pads are original equipment replacement brake pads that provide consistent, quiet, and clean braking.

Product Features:
  • Application-specific friction formulations provide shorter stopping distances and extended pad life
  • Hardware included for most applications, provides better value and
  • OE-designed slots and chamfers to reduce noise and vibration
  • Multi-layer shim provides near silent braking
  • Powder-coated backing plate prevents corrosion
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Carquest Standard – Semi-Metallic Brake Pads – Front (4-Pad Set) (Part No.MKD153)

Semi-Metallic Brake Pads - Front (4-Pad Set)

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$37.99
Carquest Standard brake pads are an economical choice for dependable stopping power and quiet braking.

Product Features:
  • Dependable stopping power
  • Single layer shim for quiet braking
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Carquest Standard – Semi-Metallic Brake Pads – (4-Pad Set) (Part No.MKD149)

Semi-Metallic Brake Pads - (4-Pad Set)

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$29.99
Carquest Standard brake pads are an economical choice for dependable stopping power and quiet braking.

Product Features:
  • Dependable stopping power
  • Single layer shim for quiet braking
  • Single-layer shim absorbs noise and vibration for consistently quiet braking
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty
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Carquest Premium Gold – Brake Pads Without Hardware, Semi-Metallic, Long Pad Life, Quiet Braking (Part No.GMKD153)

Brake Pads Without Hardware, Semi-Metallic, Long Pad Life, Quiet Braking

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$50.99
Carquest Premium Gold brake pads are original equipment replacement brake pads that provide consistent, quiet, and clean braking.

Product Features:
  • Application-specific friction formulations provide shorter stopping distances and extended pad life
  • Hardware included for most applications, provides better value and
  • OE-designed slots and chamfers to reduce noise and vibration
  • Multi-layer shim provides near silent braking
  • Powder-coated backing plate prevents corrosion
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TRW – Automotive Premium Metallic Brake Pads (Part No.N1010921817TRW)

Automotive Premium Metallic Brake Pads

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$52.80
Choosing the right Semi Metallic brake pads is a big decision: after all, they will be fitted to a vehicle carrying precious cargo; so you need to make an informed choice and get it right. With more than 100 years’ experience, we are pioneers in the development of braking systems and technologies and work closely with the world’s leading vehicle manufacturers. As a consumer, you should expect safety, quality and performance from a brake pad. With its superior range of Semi Metallic Brake Pads, TRW offers you all that, and more. We design our Semi Metallic Brake Pads using vehicle-optimized friction formulations which are focussed on eliminating noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) and severely reducing wheel dust; while at the same time increasing durability and smooth braking actions. We engineer our brake pads to precise Original Equipment (OE) standards, and test them to the extreme both in the lab and in real life, real road situations at every speed and on every terrain. In addition, our Semi Metallic Brake Pads deliver what we in the business call ‘fadeless performance’ to counteract the heat that braking in heavy traffic creates which could result in a lack of performance. All TRW products are taken to market under the ‘Safety’ strapline. We never deviate from this and we never compromise because we believe that every stop could be that safety critical stop. We wouldn’t put our name to something that we wouldn’t fit in our own vehicles to transport our own families. All of this adds up to one fact: You really can trust TRW to provide superior Semi Metallic Brake Pads to deliver the ultimate in braking experience.

Product Features:
  • For the best and safest performance – we mirror OE and provide the optimum friction formulation for each make and model
  • For the quietest braking – TRW applies ‘bonded Nitrile rubber-coated steel shims; proven to be the best noise damping material to all its Semi Metallic Brake Pads
  • The intelligent design includes slots and chamfers which prevents dirt and dust build up on the friction surface; giving more effective contact and reducing noise
  • Using the latest technology, TRW designs its Semi Metallic Brake Pads with an emphasis on dust reduction; giving you the safest stop while keeping your wheels clean
  • We provide all necessary accessories, including installation hardware and grease, together with fitting instructions with each part for a safe and easy brake pad change
  • TRW covers 98% of all vehicles on the road in North America both imports and domestic
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Carquest Professional Platinum – Brake Pads With Hardware, Better Performance, Longer Life, Quiet, Ideal For Towing (Part No.PMD149H)

Brake Pads With Hardware, Better Performance, Longer Life, Quiet, Ideal For Towing

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$57.99
Carquest Platinum Professional brake pads are a premium alternative to original equipment brake pads that provide superior stopping performance, quieter braking and cleaner wheels. All CQ Platinum Professional brake pads are manufactured by a vertically

Product Features:
  • Industry-leading number of application specific formulations for maximum performance and extended pad life
  • On-vehicle testing similar to original equipment tests
  • Patented 4-Layer HEX Shim Technology provides quiet braking
  • HEX shim design utilizes aramid fibers, the same fibers used in bulletproof vests, to reduce shim wear
  • Burnishing compound allows for a faster break-in of pads and rotors
  • PTFE coated hardware and caliper pin grease included for nearly every application
  • Powder-coated backing plate prevents corrosion
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World Brake Resources – Ceramic Brake Pads (Part No.N1010417734WBR)

Ceramic Brake Pads

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$42.69
Dual Technology Ceramic (DTC) – Low Noise – Low Dust WBR ceramic brake pads are specially formulated for driving conditions that require superior friction effectiveness without compromising low noise or low dust characteristics. The advanced ceramic formulation mitigates wheel dust, brake fade, low speed and high heat squeal, at the same time providing positive pedal feel and long-life. Every WBR ceramic brake pad comes with a platform specific shim and has a burnished contact surface (scorched) just like OEM pads to ensure easy break-in and proper long-term functionality. Advanced Material Platform Specific Brake Pad Shims: To effectively combat brake squeal, WBR utilizes different advanced materials in the shim construction, as well as fastening the shim to the pad with both mechanical tabs and silicone adhesives. This platform specific advanced material shim design is included with every WBR brake pad.

Product Features:
  • Original Equipment Performance
  • Solid Pedal Feel With Smooth Braking Performance
  • Ultra-Quiet Ceramic Formulation
  • Low Dust – Long Life
  • Advanced Material Platform Specific Shims
  • Scorched for Easy Break In
  • Positive Mold Construction
  • All WBR Pads are 100% Shimmed
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1981 Chevrolet C30 Brake Pads and Shoes

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1981 Chevrolet C30. Maybe you just need a couple of Brake Pads and Shoes. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 19 different Brake Pads and Shoes in our inventory ranging from $25.00 to $179.71. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1981 Chevrolet C30 running smoothly.

Brake Pads and Shoes are only as good as their brand. We stock 6 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1981 Chevrolet C30. Carquest, Carquest Premium, and Carquest Professional are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

We know you’ll find the perfect Brake Pads and Shoes for your 1981 Chevrolet C30, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 804 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Severe Duty Brake Pads With Hardware, Ideal For Heavy Towing And Hauling with 4.5 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Brake Pads and Shoes to keep your 1981 Chevrolet C30 rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!

Brake Pads and Shoes Brands To Make Your 1981 Chevrolet C30 Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1981 Chevrolet C30 demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Brake Pads and Shoes make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your C30 the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Brake Pads and Shoes brands and parts.

Popular Carquest Premium Gold Brake Pads and Shoes

We carry Carquest Premium Gold parts in our stock across Front Brake Pads and Shoes categories, plus more. For a 1981 Chevrolet C30, our most popular Carquest Premium Gold Brake Pads and Shoes include:
Ceramic Brake Pads - (4-Pad Set)
from $48.99
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Ceramic Brake Pads – (4-Pad Set)
Front Brake Pads and Shoes

Top 1981 Chevrolet C30 Brake Pads and Shoes from Carquest Wearever

Carquest Wearever products are another trusted brand when it comes to Brake Pads and Shoes for your 1981 Chevrolet C30. Popular Carquest Wearever parts include:
Brake Shoes
from $54.99
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Brake Shoes
Rear Brake Pads and Shoes
Brake Shoes
from $75.99
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Brake Shoes
Rear Brake Pads and Shoes
Semi-Metallic Brake Pads - (4-Pad Set)
from $29.99
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Semi-Metallic Brake Pads – (4-Pad Set)
Front Brake Pads and Shoes

FAQs for 1981 Chevrolet C30 Brake Pads and Shoes

What are the most purchased Brake Pads and Shoes for the 1981 Chevrolet C30?

Out of 19 Brake Pads and Shoes for the 1981 Chevrolet C30, the most popular in our inventory are:
Brake Pads With Hardware, Better Performance, Longer Life, Quiet, Ideal For Towing
from $57.99
This product is not rated
Brake Pads With Hardware, Better Performance, Longer Life, Quiet, Ideal For Towing
Front Brake Pads and Shoes
Semi-Metallic Brake Pads - Front (4-Pad Set)
from $37.99
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Semi-Metallic Brake Pads – Front (4-Pad Set)
Front Brake Pads and Shoes
Brake Pads Without Hardware, Semi-Metallic, Long Pad Life, Quiet Braking
from $50.99
This product is not rated
Brake Pads Without Hardware, Semi-Metallic, Long Pad Life, Quiet Braking
Front Brake Pads and Shoes

What are the top-rated 1981 Chevrolet C30 Brake Pads and Shoes?

Top-rated Brake Pads and Shoes for your 1981 Chevrolet C30 based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Severe Duty Brake Pads With Hardware, Ideal For Heavy Towing And Hauling
from $62.99
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Severe Duty Brake Pads With Hardware, Ideal For Heavy Towing And Hauling
“Nice looking heavy duty service pads for my Chevrolet P30. Install was easy and all of the needed hardware was there. Very aggressive pads with semi”