I use the Akebono pads on a 2013. Those are spring retention clips. I think the idea is to push the pads away from the rotor when you aren't braking. It's a weird design because the spring clip is only on one side of the pad. I've seen other cars use spring clips on each side of the pad The setup in those pics looks right to me where the clips are on the bottom. Also the factory OEM pads (Akebono too) have a similar design.
The rear rotors with the power stop ceramic pads are just like they were installed at 20,000km brand spanking new and smooth just like day one no feedback just proper brake function.
This is why I will be installing a set of Z23 pads and rotors soon. They are a proven set that performs excellent with zero vibration.
Highly recommend using Powerstop pads, incredible price and great stopping power. Just installed the Z26 carbon ceramics on my Hellcat and she stops on a dime.
I’ve had them on my gmt800 for about a year. Great braking performance towing and mountain driving. But nothing on longevity yet.
I love Akebono brake pads, but I don't want to buy them for a brand new car.
Akebono makes great fully ceramic brake pads that have been long lasting, zero brake dust, and only a little squeakiness when they're cold for the first few brake presses at worst.
I went with akebono brake pads which leave a lot less dust than the OEM pads and wear slower.
Powerstop is pretty good, I am running their pads/rotors on my '14 civic and have had zero issues.
I have been using this brand for ever. Perfect fit and quiet.
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