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: Brake Pads

qoopoo
03-13-2012, 05:34 PM
I am in need of new brakes, and I have done some research on brake pads, but ultimately cannot decide on which ones to get. These will be for city/highway driving only, possibly some spirited driving, but no track or autox time. Also, I would like to see less brake dust (compared to OEM European pads).

Any opinions on ceramics vs semi metallics?

Currently I am leaning towards Centric Posi Quiet (ceramic or semi met) or Stoptech Street Performance (overkill for city driving?). I also know Hawks has a lot of products to offer as well.

Thanks
Over9K
03-13-2012, 07:05 PM
Just stick with Raybesto's Service Grade line pads, they'll do fine.
GabAlmighty
03-13-2012, 07:32 PM
Just stick with Raybesto's Service Grade line pads, they'll do fine.

All my cars get these because not racecar
skylinergtr
03-13-2012, 07:37 PM
could you tell us what vehicle you have?
qoopoo
03-13-2012, 08:41 PM
2007 Audi A4 Avant

Thanks
hirevtuner
03-13-2012, 08:45 PM
look up Hawk Performance
Over9K
03-13-2012, 08:48 PM
If you don't mind changing your rotors all the time, sure.
skylinergtr
03-13-2012, 08:49 PM
2007 Audi A4 Avant

Thanks

OEM - PAGID/TEXTAR pads. they work great, bite hard, but the drawback is the amount of dust they produce.

another alternative that I use on my own and my familys european cars...

Akebono Euro Ceramic pads. You might end up paying more, but its worth it. Very minimal brake dust, more longevity, and I feel that they perform great for normal day use, as well as spirited driving.
Over9K
03-13-2012, 08:50 PM
You can get Textar pads from Lordco btw.
325isMSPORT
03-13-2012, 09:14 PM
pm me i can get discounts on pagid/textar/ akebono
artmotion
03-14-2012, 12:05 AM
I'm using Hawk Racing HPS pads right now on my Type R and the bite is nice but honestly, I would stick with something closer to OEM next time. They dust a fair bit and it's a weird brown dust... Not the greatest look when it's all caked onto my white wheels...
shenmecar
03-15-2012, 10:26 AM
I use hawk hps too. Completely agree with above
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godwin
03-15-2012, 03:10 PM
Also check your thickness of your rotors before you change / order.. in the end the mass (which is in relations with the thickness) of the rotors affects your braking performance.

I personally like PBR Ceramic.. but honestly the variations of the brake pad material is very minimal, much less than what the ads would lead you to believe.