Description

The Power Stop Z23 Evolution Sport ceramic brake pads are designed as an upgrade over stock brakes to reduce brake dust & eliminate noise, so you can ride in comfort. These brake pads are made with a low-dust ceramic formula, infused with carbon-fiber for increased braking power without sacrificing everyday drivability. The necessary stainless-steel hardware along with ceramic brake lubricant is included with the Z23 brake pads making it easier to complete your brake job. Use Z23 Evolution Sport brake pads to give your daily-driver the stopping power it deserves.

Product Overview

The PowerStop Z23 Evolution Sport ceramic brake pads are designed as an upgrade over stock brakes to reduce brake dust & eliminate noise, so you can ride in comfort. These brake pads are made with a low-dust ceramic formula, infused with carbon-fiber for increased braking power without sacrificing everyday drivability. The necessary stainless-steel hardware along with ceramic brake lubricant is included with the Z23 brake pads making it easier to complete your brake job. Use Z23 Evolution Sport brake pads to give your daily-driver the stopping power it deserves.

Features and Benefits

• Carbon-fiber ceramic formula for increased braking power without sacrificing everyday drivability
• Low dust formulation verified in 3rd party on-vehicle testing
• Positive mold technology for consistent wear and performance
• Thermal scorched pad surface for a fast break-in
• Chamfered and slotted to ensure noise free braking
• Powder coated backing plate resists rust and corrosion to provide extended pad life
• Multi-Layer rubberized shims provide virtually noise-free braking
• Includes Premium stainless-steel hardware and ceramic brake lubricant for easy installation

Product Details

Brake Lubricant Included:	Yes
California Proposition 65:	WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Arsenic, Chromium (Hexavalent compounds), Lead, Nickel, Cobalt, Carbon Black and Antimony Trioxide, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, and Arsenic and Chromium (Hexavalent compounds) which are known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.
Chamfered Edges:	Yes
Description:	PowerStop - Z23 Daily Driver Carbon-Fiber Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit
Friction Material Composition:	Carbon Fiber Ceramic
Friction Surface Scorched:	Yes
Grade Type:	Performance
Inner Pad Overall Thickness:	19.8
Mounting Hardware Included:	Yes
Outer Pad Overall Thickness:	19.8
Pad Shims Included:	Yes
Pad Wear Sensor Included:	Yes
Pad Wear Sensor Type:	Mechanical
Part Number:	psbZ23-2179
Slotted:	Yes
Wear Indicator Attached:	Yes

Kit Options

This item is available as a full kit.
Select a kit option in the following table if you are looking for this item in a bundle form with all associated components.

Kit option/s:

Thumb	SKU	Kit Title
	psbK8182	Power Stop 19-22 Ram 1500 Front & Rear Z23 Evolution Brake Kit (1x psbZ23-2179, 1x psbK8184, 1x psbAR86004XL, 1x psbAR86004XR)
	psbK8183	Power Stop 20-22 Ram 1500 Front Z23 Evolution Brake Kit (1x psbZ23-2179, 1x psbAR86004XL, 1x psbAR86004XR)
	psbK8843	PowerStop Z23 Evolution Sport Brake Upgrade Kits K8843 Rotor and Pad Combos, Upgrade, Front and Rear, Cross-drilled/Slotted, Carbon Fiber Ceramic Pads, Volkswagen, Kit
	psbCPK8183-23	Power Stop 19-25 Ram 1500 Front Z23 Coated Brake Kit (1x psbZ23-2179, 2x psbAR86004EVC)
	psbCPK8843-23	Power Stop 21-24 Ram 1500 Front Z23 Coated Brake Kit (1x psbZ23-2179, 2x psbAR83107EVC)

Data: v4.2 - Upd: 2026-09-29 10:06:49

Features

Specifications

Product Attributes - UPC

889906434566

Product Attributes - Brand

Power Stop

Product Attributes - Quantity

Sold as a set.

Product Attributes - Part Type

Brake Pads

Product Attributes - Product Line

Power Stop Z23 Evolution Sport Brake Pads and Hardware Kits

Product Attributes - Shims Included

Yes

Product Attributes - Hardware Included

Yes

Product Attributes - Brake Pad Material

Carbon fiber ceramic

Product Attributes - FMSI Reference Number

D2179

Product Attributes - Brake Pad Construction

Integrally molded

Product Attributes - Friction Material Name

Z23

Product Attributes - Intended for Street Use

Yes

Product Attributes - For Use with Stock Rotors

Yes

Product Attributes - Manufacturer's Part Number

Z23-2179

Product Attributes - For Use with Slotted Rotors

Yes

Product Attributes - For Use with Stock Calipers

Yes

Product Attributes - Electronic Wear Sensor Included

No

Product Attributes - For Use with Cross-Drilled Rotors

Yes

Compatibility