Terrible brake dust on all bimmers
10-18-2010, 01:35 PM
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Not sure why brake pads produce so much dust on all bimmers, but anyway, have you tried using some specific pads which are not that dusty?
I've heard that ceramic brake pads do not produce any dust, but they are not good for street driving (bad braking effect and noisy when not warm enough) and can damage standard rotors quickly.
Any other options besides ceramic pads?
Thanks!
I've heard that ceramic brake pads do not produce any dust, but they are not good for street driving (bad braking effect and noisy when not warm enough) and can damage standard rotors quickly.
Any other options besides ceramic pads?
Thanks!
10-18-2010, 01:38 PM
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Hi,
Hawk HPS pads is what I recommend to everyone wanting what you specified. They bite better than OE pads, but have less dust. I'm sure others will chime in with their thoughts on the pads.
Hawk HPS Pads (Inc. Sensor)
Front - $100
Rear - $75
Ceramic pads have less dust because they are a harder compound, because of this, you lose braking power and have noise during a cold start.
Hope this helps.
Michael
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Hawk HPS pads is what I recommend to everyone wanting what you specified. They bite better than OE pads, but have less dust. I'm sure others will chime in with their thoughts on the pads.
Hawk HPS Pads (Inc. Sensor)
Front - $100
Rear - $75
Ceramic pads have less dust because they are a harder compound, because of this, you lose braking power and have noise during a cold start.
Hope this helps.
Michael
Acute Performancd - DPE Master Dealer
10-18-2010, 01:49 PM
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is there any way to get BMW to change to ceramic while under warranty? what if my current ones are squeaking?
eagle one a to z wheel cleaner does amazing things, btw. you will still have to clean them once a week, but that wheel cleaner makes it easy as pie to clean.
eagle one a to z wheel cleaner does amazing things, btw. you will still have to clean them once a week, but that wheel cleaner makes it easy as pie to clean.
10-18-2010, 01:55 PM
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Hi,
Hawk HPS pads is what I recommend to everyone wanting what you specified. They bite better than OE pads, but have less dust. I'm sure others will chime in with their thoughts on the pads.
Hawk HPS Pads (Inc. Sensor)
Front - $100
Rear - $75
Ceramic pads have less dust because they are a harder compound, because of this, you lose braking power and have noise during a cold start.
Hope this helps.
Michael
Acute Performancd - DPE Master Dealer
Hawk HPS pads is what I recommend to everyone wanting what you specified. They bite better than OE pads, but have less dust. I'm sure others will chime in with their thoughts on the pads.
Hawk HPS Pads (Inc. Sensor)
Front - $100
Rear - $75
Ceramic pads have less dust because they are a harder compound, because of this, you lose braking power and have noise during a cold start.
Hope this helps.
Michael
Acute Performancd - DPE Master Dealer
I bought the Hawk's from Mike and they are awesome and so is his customer service.
10-18-2010, 02:09 PM
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Not sure why brake pads produce so much dust on all bimmers, but anyway, have you tried using some specific pads which are not that dusty?
I've heard that ceramic brake pads do not produce any dust, but they are not good for street driving (bad braking effect and noisy when not warm enough) and can damage standard rotors quickly.
Any other options besides ceramic pads?
Thanks!
I've heard that ceramic brake pads do not produce any dust, but they are not good for street driving (bad braking effect and noisy when not warm enough) and can damage standard rotors quickly.
Any other options besides ceramic pads?
Thanks!
Its terrible, Especially cleaning as many spokes as i have....
Just got my pads, so will look at getting new ones in a year or 2
10-18-2010, 03:48 PM
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10-18-2010, 11:10 PM
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My Ride: 530i sport package - endless possibilities ahead!
running ceramic pads with aftermarket cross drilled/slotted rotors.
Zero Dust, No squeak...
Im pretty happy with the setup..
Zero Dust, No squeak...
Im pretty happy with the setup..
10-19-2010, 07:40 AM
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Hawk HPS Brakes & Rotors... are all good! I just got some from Mike, hes a good guy.
10-19-2010, 08:59 AM
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yes, i already posted it.