PowerStop Z36 Truck & Tow Brake Pads

Dodge Ram 1500 06-08 5.7L/3.7L

Z36-702

Overview:

The PowerStop Z36 Truck & Tow brake pads are engineered to provide a significant upgrade over your vehicle’s stock braking system. Designed specifically for trucks and SUVs that tow, haul heavy loads, or tackle off-road conditions, these ceramic brake pads deliver enhanced stopping power while minimizing brake dust and noise. Featuring a carbon-fiber infused ceramic formula, the Z36 pads offer severe-duty performance that ensures reliable braking under demanding conditions.

Whether you’re driving a Dodge Ram 1500 or other compatible trucks and SUVs, these brake pads are built to withstand the rigors of towing and off-road use, giving you confidence and control every time you hit the brakes.

Key Features:

PowerStop’s Z36 Truck & Tow brake pads combine advanced materials and thoughtful engineering to meet the needs of truck and SUV owners who demand more from their brakes. Key features include:

• Carbon-fiber ceramic formulation for severe-duty stopping power tailored to trucks, SUVs, and 4x4 vehicles
• Multi-layer stainless-steel shims that improve heat dissipation and virtually eliminate brake noise
• Premium stainless-steel hardware included for a complete brake job and easier installation
• Ceramic brake lubricant to reduce friction and noise
• Powder-coated backing plates that resist rust and corrosion, extending pad life
• Low dust formula verified through third-party on-vehicle testing to keep wheels cleaner
• Positive mold technology ensures consistent wear and reliable performance
• Chamfered and slotted pad design to promote quiet braking and reduce brake fade
• Thermally scorched pad surface for a faster break-in period and immediate performance

Construction & Design:

The Z36 brake pads utilize a high-quality ceramic compound infused with carbon fiber to enhance strength and heat resistance. This combination provides superior stopping power while maintaining a low dust output, which helps keep your wheels cleaner compared to traditional semi-metallic pads. The backing plates are powder-coated to prevent rust and corrosion, ensuring durability even in harsh environments.

Multi-layer stainless-steel shims are incorporated to improve heat dissipation and reduce noise, while the chamfered and slotted pad surfaces help minimize brake squeal and promote even pad wear. The pads are also thermally scorched to speed up the break-in process, allowing you to experience optimal braking performance sooner.

Installation & Fitment:

Installation of the PowerStop Z36 Truck & Tow brake pads is straightforward, especially with the included premium stainless-steel hardware and ceramic brake lubricant. These components simplify the brake job and help ensure proper fit and function. The pads are designed to fit both front and rear applications on the Dodge Ram 1500 models from 2004 through 2008, making them a direct replacement for your factory brake pads without the need for modifications.

What's Included:

• PowerStop Z36 Truck & Tow carbon-fiber ceramic brake pads (front or rear set)
• Premium stainless-steel hardware kit
• Ceramic brake lubricant

Ideal For:

The PowerStop Z36 Truck & Tow brake pads are ideal for Dodge Ram 1500 owners who frequently tow trailers, haul heavy loads, or drive off-road. They are also well suited for drivers seeking a quieter, cleaner braking experience without sacrificing stopping power. These pads provide the severe-duty performance needed for trucks and SUVs that operate under demanding conditions, making them a reliable upgrade over stock brake pads.

PowerStop builds complete, vehicle-specific brake upgrade kits—pads, rotors, hardware and more—designed as an easy bolt-on way to improve stopping performance. With options aimed at towing, spirited street driving, and more aggressive use, PowerStop is a popular choice when you want a straightforward brake upgrade with better feel and confidence than stock.