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 Looking for your brake pad opinion

 Created by: diygirl
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 Posted: Apr 27, 2021 04:11AM
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I presume you have the original brake pads.

So yes, I would go ahead and try different pads - and I would also recommend having the rotors turned to ensure you have a 'true-flat' rotor surface...


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@kenatminimania

I took the pads out, cleaned everything, applied anti-squeal on the back of the pads, and still have the problem. There is zero reduction in squeal. Thinking about swapping the OEM Brembo to Brembo NAO Ceramic.  Thoughts?

 Posted: Apr 24, 2021 11:08AM
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@kenatminimania

I took the pads out, cleaned everything, applied anti-squeal on the back of the pads, and still have the problem. There is zero reduction in squeal. Thinking about swapping the OEM Brembo to Brembo NAO Ceramic.  Thoughts?

 Posted: Apr 22, 2021 12:12PM
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OEM, EBC Reds, or Carbotech Bobcats should be fine. 

With any pad you choose, you need to add anti-squeal compound to the back side of the pads. 

 Posted: Apr 22, 2021 07:27AM
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No brake fade but a ridiculous amount of squealing.  Picture nails dragging down a chalkboard every time you brake.  Doesn't matter what speed or pressure on the pedal. You can hear the issue here: https://youtu.be/24uqEpDq5e4

 Posted: Apr 22, 2021 04:34AM
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Can you describe your 'front brake pad issue'?

Brake fade?
Accelerated wear?
Noise / dust?

 Posted: Apr 21, 2021 12:59PM
 Edited:  Apr 24, 2021 11:04AM
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I have a 2019 F60 JCW that seems to have front brake pad issues.  Going to pull them out this weekend but wanted to get your opinions regarding replacement pads.  Do you think I should go with OEM (Brembo),EBC red stuff, or some other brand for cold/hot temp street aggressive street driving?