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12-02-2011, 07:07 PM | #1 |
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Aftermarket Pad Recommendation?
I'm going to be getting new front rotors upcoming and would like to replace the pads at the same time.
I do a fair amount of spirited/backroad driving. In the next year, I also plan on attending 1 or 2 track days. For the rest of my driving, I'm pretty easy on the brakes (coast to a stop, etc). I don't really mind brake dust since I clean my car a lot anyways. I'm most interested in upgrading the performance of the pads. So, what pads would you guys recommend? I tried searching, but I didn't really find a consensus for a mostly DD/some track, pad.
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I guess what I really want is a pad that will have a similar cold bite to the OE pad (doesn't need to be warmed up before performance is decent), but will also still have a good bite/feel when being pushed (where I've found/heard the OE pad struggles). I realize there is a compromise here though... I've heard some good things about Cool Carbons. PFC01's are too extreme, but how about the PFC-Z's? Any input is appreciated...
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12-02-2011, 09:18 PM | #5 |
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Just keep in mind that running most performance geared brake pads will come with the added benefit of SQUEALING like a pig every time you step on the brakes...just imaging what sitting in stop and go traffic is like.
I am happy with the stock pads on the street and switch to PFC06 pads before I drive to HPDE's. That being said ... A pad to consider that I am familiar with, that MAY suite your needs would be HAWK HP pads as a substitute for OEM. This is not a track worthy pad but is good for spirited driving. Stay away from HP+ if your worried about brake squeal. Sure there will be others who swear by other manufactures but I can only share off my own experiences. |
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Bobcats? I've heard a lot of good things about them. Really leaning towards the Bobcats or PFC-Z's as they seem like what I'm looking for. I'd just like to hear some more input on the two since the Bobcats are a little pricier.
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12-02-2011, 11:05 PM | #7 |
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i've been running the Axxis ultimate deluxe pads on the street and for 3 HPDEs. Seem to be holding up very well and very little dust. I'm just to the point where I want to upgrade for track days.
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12-02-2011, 11:08 PM | #8 |
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Stoptech Street performance. More linear than stock pads, a bit less dust, and can be used up to "moderate" track use (per Zeckhausen). Pretty reasonably priced too. I found them to be plenty of pad for my first 6 track days, with no fade, deposits, or other issues.
Bottom line there are some pretty good options other than stock (less dust, more linear). |
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PF Z-rated pads
I'm currently running the Axxis ULT ceramic pads for daily driving and hate them. They don't dust but they don't stop real well either when cold. I'm going back to my old dusty, trusty OEM Textar pads on the next change out.
I used the PF Z-rated pads on my former E36/8 Z3 M Coupe and was happy with their street performance. I currently install the PF-01 for HPDS use but will probably go with the PF-06 for my next set.
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No noise. Bedded them after install and they were good to go. Cold, hot, no noise and good performance. Excellent stopping power, but as noted more linear than stock pads (which are too on/off for my taste).
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12-03-2011, 01:17 PM | #12 |
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Looks like I don't have any choice but to give these a try! Especially at only $121 for the set (via eBay)
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Havent changed from stock pads on my M yet but I liked Pagid on my Porsche
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Currently, on the street I use Posi Quiet Ceramic brake pads which I find are fantastic. They have virtually no dust for street driving but I wouldn't use them at the track.
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Just push harder and you will stop in the same distance. I used to use Axxis Deluxe pads when I had the stock brake system and they were great on the street for everyday use.
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Hmmmm. I'm surprised to hear about very little dust. I bought a set from Turner (came in a PBR branded box, but supposed to be the same) and to me they dust even worse than the stock pads. The Axxis site says they dust less than stock pads but are not considered a low-dust pad.
I wonder if there really is a difference between the Axxis branded and PBR branded pads? |
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They are not all the same and TMS do not sell the Axxis Deluxe.
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Must be nice to be able to swap out the pads so quickly with your new brake kit too. |
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You would be the first that I have ever heard of complaining about the dust of Axxis Deluxe pads and alleging that they dust more than stock.
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12-08-2011, 10:30 PM | #22 |
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You've got it backwards. I originally purchased and installed the Axxis/PBR Ultimates. Those are what I'm saying dusted even more than stock. I just swapped them out for Axxis Deluxes.
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