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I have the chevy front disc

MonsterBIlly

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However I do not know the year and model for replacement pads. Can someone share.
Thanks
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jamesroney

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However I do not know the year and model for replacement pads. Can someone share.
Thanks
B
You have a 75 Ford Bronco. So just pretend that you have a 75 Chevy Blazer. That will get it done.

Once you look it up for your 75 Blazer, you will see that it fits hundreds of other applications. But to make it easier for you to remember...just think 75 Chevy Blazer.
 

spap

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Bring the old pads with you when your checking, like ford pads I’m sure they didn’t change for several years
 

DirtDonk

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And when they don't fit because they're too thick, when you take them back to the store bring a pair of calipers (the dial, or digital type, not the brake type!) with you.
Luckily you have a better chance of getting a correctly sized pair, but it's still hit or miss. Lots of reports of replacement pads for both GM and Ford applications being too thick to fit back over the rotor.
The cure is to either swap them for a good pair (hence the measuring calipers), or sand them down on a flat surface to fit. Usually it's only a few thousandths, but that's more than enough to keep them from fitting the first time.

Paul
 

Broncobowsher

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Probably the greatest thing about using the GM brakes is the huge variety of pad materials available for them. Not talking about the 5 choices from the local parts store. 1969-1977 GM mid size is the search criteria. You can search out hot and cold performance, noise, brake dust, and a dozen other variables. There are other sources, typically online performance sites, I start with Speedway https://www.speedwaymotors.com/Sear...Brake%20Pads*GA_Nav_Subcategory:Disc%20Brakes
I ran some Wilwood pads that were real good at cold friction but still worked good when hot, were a little dusty and noisy.
 
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