After doing hours of researching, I've decided I'll deal with the brake dust for performance and durability of the stock OEM pads. I I checked CED (Crate Engine Depot) and they carry them for $173, part # 171-1012, for the front pads, the ones I need.

Front Pads:
CrateEngineDepot - $173.60
http://www.crateenginedepot.com/Brem...10778C958.aspx


ACDelco-Amazon: $130.75, Free shipping




ACDelco- Ebay: $122, Free shipping (USA)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ACDelco-171-.../130972917367?

Before anyways asks, I know the OEM are the Ferodo pads but after looking around, I found out Ferodo is packaged by ACDelco, which GM still owns as of now.

I have ordered from the ebay dealer and cannot wait to put some fresh, discounted OEM pads before winter hits. I ended up paying $120.30 with my ebay bucks, I hope this helps.

 

interesting find you have here ...

 

also try RockAuto. they have same quality OEM stuff for a decent price