It has been a week since removing the nub and I haven't noticed any issues with pulling or brakes not working properly. I will keep that the nub issue in mind if I have to replace the pads anytime in the near future. Other than the transmission issue which I am not sure will ever be fixed the car is...

Went to O'reilly auto parts and got the following brake pads BrakeBest® Brakes Select™ Ceramic - Brake Pads Part # C1003. Ran into a very interesting issue on the outside pad. There is a little nub made of the ceramic material on the outside of the pad so that when you install it in the caliper it d...