International 3600 Disc Brake Pads in US

Disc brake pads are the most frequently replaced component in your International 3600 braking system. The friction material your 3600 calipers press against the rotor surface wears down with every stop, and the right pad formulation for your International 3600, your driving style, and American climate directly affects your stopping distance, rotor lifespan, brake noise, and dust output.

What Are Disc Brake Pads on the International 3600

A International 3600 disc brake pad is a steel backing plate bonded to a friction material compound. When you press the brake pedal on your 3600, hydraulic pressure forces the caliper pistons to squeeze the pads against the spinning rotor, converting kinetic energy into heat and slowing your International 3600. The friction material wears gradually and must be replaced when it reaches the minimum safe thickness, typically 3mm, to maintain full stopping performance on your 3600.

Signs Your International 3600 Disc Brake Pads Need Replacing

• Squealing or squeaking from your International 3600 when applying the brakes, wear indicator contacting the rotor
• Grinding, metal-on-metal sound from the 3600 indicating pads are fully worn through
• Longer stopping distances than normal for your International 3600
• 3600 brake pedal requires more pressure than usual or feels soft underfoot
• Steering wheel or seat vibration on your International 3600 during braking
• Visible pad thickness below 3mm on your 3600 when viewed through the wheel spokes

Ceramic vs. Semi-Metallic Pads for the International 3600

Ceramic Brake Pads for the International 3600

Ceramic pads are the premium everyday choice for most International 3600 drivers. Formulated from a dense ceramic compound, 3600 ceramic pads maintain consistent friction effectiveness across a wide temperature range, including cold starts on your International 3600 at sub-zero temperatures. They produce minimal dust, run quieter in stop-and-go city traffic on the 3600, and are significantly gentler on International 3600 rotor surfaces than metallic alternatives.

Semi-Metallic Brake Pads for the International 3600

Semi-metallic pads excel under sustained heat loads on the International 3600. They are the preferred choice for 3600 trucks and SUVs used for towing, and performance International 3600 vehicles where braking generates high sustained temperatures. Semi-metallic pads provide more aggressive stopping bite at high temperatures on your International 3600, at the cost of slightly more noise and dust in everyday driving.

Why GeoBrakes for International 3600 Disc Brake Pads

Our brake pad selection for the International 3600 is curated specifically for American road and climate conditions. Every ceramic pad confirmed for the International 3600 in our catalogue is evaluated for cold-weather friction effectiveness on your 3600, not just room-temperature lab specs. Brands including Akebono, EBC, and Raybestos are stocked as authorized retailer products for the International 3600, meaning full manufacturer warranty and zero grey-market risk on every 3600 purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions - International 3600 Disc Brake Pads

How often should I replace my International 3600 disc brake pads?

Most International 3600 brake pads last between 40,000 and 70,000 kilometres, but this varies based on driving style and conditions. American city driving tends to wear 3600 pads faster than highway driving. Inspect International 3600 pads at every oil change and replace when friction material reaches 3mm or less.

Should I replace front and rear brake pads on my International 3600 at the same time?

Not necessarily. Front brakes on the International 3600 handle 60 to 70 percent of braking force and typically wear faster. Always replace pads as an axle pair on the 3600, both left and right on the same axle, to maintain even braking force.

Are ceramic or semi-metallic pads better for my International 3600 in American winters?

Ceramic pads are the better everyday choice for most International 3600 drivers. For 3600 drivers who tow regularly or drive performance International 3600 vehicles, semi-metallic pads deliver superior stopping bite and heat resistance under demanding conditions.