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Changing the stock brake pads? What is a good replacement?

Old Apr 17, 2008 | 01:32 PM
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Changing the stock brake pads? What is a good replacement?

What can I replace my stock brake pads that are better then oem?
 
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What can I replace my stock brake pads that are better then oem?
Better for what? The track? Street wear? Bite? What issue do you have now that you want to improve on?

Having smoked through many pads on many Porsches, in general the factory pads are a good balance for the street although I think the stock pads need more initial bite. Pagid has an easy to understand line for higher performance but you immediately start making compromises in rotor wear and noise. IMO, there is no just "better" pad. Depends on what you want.
 
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I run Porterfield R4S for street, little dust, not bad stopping power,no noise. IMHO
 
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Yes, less dust would be better, but i guess oem is the best choice. thanks for all the info
 
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