Raybestos PGD727C Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

Raybestos PGD727C Front Ceramic Disc Brake Pads

Raybestos PGD727C is a front disc brake pad set built for OE-equipped ceramic pad applications on select Chevrolet, Pontiac, and Oldsmobile vehicles. It combines ceramic friction material with slotted pad faces, attached shims, and included mounting hardware for a direct-fit brake service on the front axle.

Key Features

• Ceramic friction material for consistent everyday braking performance
• Slotted pad design to help manage heat and brake dust buildup
• Pad shims attached for added noise control
• Mounting hardware included for service replacement
• Integrally molded friction material attachment
• Front disc brake pad set for OE ceramic pad applications
• Raybestos PGD727C cross-references with Akebono ProACT ACT727 and Bosch BC727

Product Details

This Raybestos ceramic brake pad set is engineered for front brake service on 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu, 1997-1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am, and 2004-2005 Chevrolet Classic. The PGD727C uses slotted friction surfaces, staked shim attachment, and attached shims to support quieter operation and stable pedal feel in normal street driving. The pad dimensions are matched for the listed applications, including a 2.470-inch pad height and 6.360-inch pad width.

Common Brake Service Issues

• Squealing or brake noise during stops
• Brake dust buildup on front wheels
• Reduced stopping consistency from worn pads
• Uneven pad wear on OE ceramic pad applications
• Front brake service needs on Chevrolet Malibu, Pontiac Grand Am, and related platforms

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify front axle fitment against the vehicle application before installation. Inspect rotors, calipers, and slide hardware during brake service, and replace worn components as needed. Clean the caliper bracket and pad contact points before installing the new pads, and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s bedding procedure after installation. This part number is listed for front position use only.

Quality Assurance

Raybestos brake components are cataloged for OE-style replacement applications, and PGD727C is listed with attached shims and included mounting hardware for service convenience. This part is also identified as superseded by Raybestos EHT727H for the listed vehicles.