yah, i think the csc could be the first drivetrain thing that might go south if you drive pretty aggressively like doing burnouts and hard shifts.
mine is a 09, 14k miles, driven spiritedly but not abusively. i dont plan on swapping the csc during my ownership. if i do encounter the problem, i would get an aftermarket one and ask my local speed shop to help me install it.
brake pads have ample pad material left. im thinking about bleeding them this summer.