1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Rear Brake Pads and Shoes

Carquest Standard brake pads are designed for original equipment (O.E.) fit, form and function for dependable stopping while providing great value. Our brake pads use quality friction formulas for reliable stopping power. Carquest Standard brake pads feature a single-layer shim that absorbs noise and vibration to provide quiet braking. These brake pads also utilize slots and chamfers based on the OE design. Carquest Standard brake pads are the right choice when looking for good performance at a great price.

Product Features:

• Dependable stopping power
• Single layer shim for quiet braking
• OE-designed slots and chamfers to reduce noise and vibration
• Powder-coated backing plate prevents corrosion

Carquest Professional Platinum brake pads are the optimal braking solution that provide an unmatched level of performance and reliability. These brake pads are engineered by an Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) that meets IATF 16949 certified framework, an internationally recognized proof of quality in the automotive industry. We use an industry-leading number of friction formulations for maximum performance and extended pad life on each application. Carquest Professional Platinum brake pads also utilize a patented 4-layer HEX shim, now upgraded with aramid fibers, to provide quiet braking and reduce shim wear. These brake pads are also supplied with coated brake hardware and caliper pin grease for nearly every application. Carquest Professional Platinum brake pads are the ideal choice when looking for shorter stopping distances, quiet braking and longer-lasting brakes.

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

Carquest Standard brake pads are designed for original equipment (O.E.) fit, form and function for dependable stopping while providing great value. Our brake pads use quality friction formulas for reliable stopping power. Carquest Standard brake pads feature a single-layer shim that absorbs noise and vibration to provide quiet braking. These brake pads also utilize slots and chamfers based on the OE design. Carquest Standard brake pads are the right choice when looking for good performance at a great price.

Product Features:

• Dependable stopping power
• Single layer shim for quiet braking
• OE-designed slots and chamfers to reduce noise and vibration
• Powder-coated backing plate prevents corrosion

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

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

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

Carquest Professional Platinum brake pads are the optimal braking solution that provide an unmatched level of performance and reliability. These brake pads are engineered by an Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) that meets IATF 16949 certified framework, an internationally recognized proof of quality in the automotive industry. We use an industry-leading number of friction formulations for maximum performance and extended pad life on each application. Carquest Professional Platinum brake pads also utilize a patented 4-layer HEX shim, now upgraded with aramid fibers, to provide quiet braking and reduce shim wear. These brake pads are also supplied with coated brake hardware and caliper pin grease for nearly every application. Carquest Professional Platinum brake pads are the ideal choice when looking for shorter stopping distances, quiet braking and longer-lasting brakes.

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

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

Carquest Professional Platinum Truck/SUV brake pads are the optimal braking solution that provide an unmatched level of performance and reliability. These brake pads are engineered by an Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) that meets IATF 16949 certified framework, an internationally recognized proof of quality in the automotive industry. We use an industry-leading number of friction formulations for maximum performance and extended pad life on each application. Carquest Professional Platinum brake pads also utilize a patented 4-layer HEX shim, now upgraded with aramid fibers, to provide quiet braking and reduce shim wear. These brake pads are also supplied with coated brake hardware and caliper pin grease for nearly every application. Carquest Professional Platinum brake pads are the ideal choice when looking for shorter stopping distances, quiet braking and longer-lasting brakes.

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

For replacement brake pads that are designed for your vehicle, trust the name that manufacturers trust Akebono Pro-ACT® Ultra-Premium brake pads. Manufactured from carefully selected materials designed to help minimize and/or virtually eliminate unwanted brake dust, Pro-ACT Ultra-Premium brake pads provide consistent, smooth stopping power across a wide range of driving conditions, including panic stops. Replacement Brake Pads from the Creators of Akebono Ceramic Technology® Engineered to eliminate noise, vibration, and harshness, Pro-ACT Ceramic Disc Brake Pads provide the ultimate braking experience. The best replacement for restoring OE ceramic pad performance, Pro-ACT Ceramic Disc Pads are also ideal for upgrading from conventional pads. In addition to dramatically quieter braking, Pro-ACT Ceramic Pads provide best-in-class braking performance, including enhanced initial effectiveness (no break-in required), high resistance to fade, consistent brake pedal feel, and ultra-low dusting for cleaner wheels and tires. Akebono’s ceramic technology also causes minimal wear on brake rotors.

Product Features:

• Virtually eliminates noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH)
• Vehicle-optimized ceramic formulas for superior performance
• Unrivaled stopping power
• Clean wheels
• No break-in required
• Rotor-friendly with proven longer rotor life
• Perfect upgrade for all braking systems
• Made in the USA

The Power Stop Z26 Street Warrior ceramic brake pads are designed as an upgrade over stock brakes to reduce brake dust & eliminate noise on muscle cars and performance vehicles. These brake pads are made with a low-dust ceramic formula, infused with carbon-fiber to strengthen the compound and provide extreme stopping power. Premium hardware along with ceramic brake lubricant is included with the Z26 brake pads making it easier to complete your brake job. Use Z26 Street Warrior ceramic brake pads to give your muscle car or performance vehicle the extreme stopping power it deserves.

Product Features:

• Carbon-fiber ceramic formula to provide extreme stopping power for street-driven muscle cars and performance vehicles
• Low dust formulation verified in 3rd party on-vehicle testing
• Positive mold technology for consistent wear and performance
• Thermal scorched pad surface for a fast break-in
• Chamfered and slotted to ensure noise free braking
• Powder coated backing plate resists rust and corrosion to provide extended pad life
• Multi-layer stainless-steel shims for increased heat dissipation & virtually noise-free braking
• Includes premium hardware and ceramic brake lubricant for easy installation

ACDelco Silver (Advantage) Semi-Metallic Disc Brake Pads are a quality, high value alternative for General Motors vehicles as well as most makes and models and are backed by General Motors. These 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. Also, hardware clip kits are included where applicable. ACDelco Advantage Semi-Metallic Disc Brake Pads are available for all makes and models. ACDelco Silver (Advantage) parts are a good choice for many vehicles on the road today. Some ACDelco Silver parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco Advantage.

Product Features:

• Ceramic, Semi-Metallic, and Organic formulas provide safety and reliability for a range of vehicle applications
• Basic shims, slots, and chamfers help to diminish noise, vibration, and braking harshness
• No curing or machining required, ready to be installed right out of the box
• Some ACDelco Silver parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco Advantage
• Economical value with dependable quality
• For General Motors vehicles as well as most makes and models

The Power Stop Z17 Evolution Plus ceramic brake pads feature a ceramic formula designed to maximize stopping power while reducing brake dust & eliminating noise. Using OE positive mold technology along with a thermal scorched pad surface, Z17 pads maintain consistent wear and performance while ensuring a fast break-in. Hardware is included with the Z17 brake pads making it easier to complete your brake job. The Power Stop Z17 Evolution Plus ceramic brake pads are an affordable stock replacement for all vehicles.

Product Features:

• Low-dust ceramic formula designed to maximize stopping power and keep wheels clean
• Positive mold technology for consistent wear and performance
• Thermal scorched pad surface for a fast break-in
• Chamfered and slotted to ensure noise free braking
• Powder coated backing plate resists rust and corrosion to provide extended pad life
• Multi-Layer rubberized shims provide virtually noise-free braking
• Includes Premium hardware for easy installation

The Power Stop Z16 Evolution ceramic brake pads feature a ceramic formula designed to maximize stopping power while reducing brake dust & eliminating noise. Using OE positive mold technology along with a thermal scorched pad surface, Z16 pads maintain consistent wear and performance while ensuring a fast break-in. The Z16 Evolution ceramic brake pads are an affordable stock replacement for all vehicles.

Product Features:

• Low-dust ceramic formula designed to maximize stopping power and keep wheels clean
• Positive mold technology for consistent wear and performance
• Thermal scorched pad surface for a fast break-in
• Chamfered and slotted to ensure noise-free braking
• Powder coated backing plate resists rust and corrosion to provide extended pad life
• Multi-Layer rubberized shims provide virtually noise-free braking