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      06-09-2015, 12:33 AM   #1
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What brake pads are people using?

I'm looking to change the front pads and am wondering what's available. I think Akebono have a set but wondering if any others are better or just stick with OEM?
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      06-09-2015, 05:06 AM   #2
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Been using Stoptech pads/rotors since 2011. Tried and tested in my old car as well. The local supplier here of Stoptech owns a shop that customizes drift cars, they brought in Stoptech around 2013. So that got my confidence even higher.
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      06-09-2015, 02:04 PM   #3
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I am also using stop tech performance pads and I like them so far. I am using Zimmerman rotors front and rear. I was able to buy all the parts including motul fluid for around $500.
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      06-10-2015, 01:01 PM   #4
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I've have the Akebono pads in front for about 5k miles and I'm happy with them. They feel pretty much feel like the stock pads, but with almost no dust at all! Now I just need to find some different rear pads...
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      06-29-2015, 08:38 PM   #5
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I put some Akebono pads on the front and so far so good. Initial bite is not as strong as stock pads though but still decent once warm.
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      07-03-2015, 05:23 PM   #6
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I changed my e46 to Akebonos all around. Huge improvement.
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