Performance Friction Pads

[rich83]

Hello...

Are they any good? Do they come in various applications/compounds?

The reason why i ask is because i know someone who works for the UK distribution company for them., so might be able to get some cheapish!!

Rich

[tony_danza]

EPIC.

Fin.

[rich83]

Really.... that good eh? 

What else do you know about them... what compounds are available?

I need some pads for an R32 kit ive just bought! 

[tony_danza]

It's race car stuff, so expect a bit more dust and noise, but they'll stop you every single time.

97 compound will suit you fine, don't run them on a used disc though - Carbon Metallic stuff needs a clean surface or it judders.

Look at Carbotech XP8 compound too. They'll copy a backingplate if they don't list the R32.

[DaveB@Vagbremtechnic]

Not really a everyday winterpad Rich, just found your text on my car bluetooth this morning so was going to PM you tonight.

I think your idea of DS2500's for fast road is a good one, they're a good road pad as long as you dont expect wonders from them on track...it would appear evident that the M1144 would be a better choice for track days with Tom and Gaz both having had a good day out on them both at anglesea and at the ring, Gaz did 70 laps on his that day in 6 lap stints and they hung on theres a big 120-130mph stop to a hairpin corner there.

We were worried about how they'd coped but I've had them in my hand and they did ok

I dont think you'll find a PF pad for the R32 caliper but is also used in some Volvo's and some Mazda's without the rear clips which will make them very noisy and annoying to live with as a daily.

PS package x 2 with you tomorrow

[rich83]

  No problem with the text... easy done!

So DS2500 looking favourite as i don't intend to track it yet. What are they like compared to Pagid Blue? And whats are they price wise?

Thanks for the kit dave... what else do i need apart from the pads? Dust covers i presume and some new carrier bolts?

Rich

[tony_danza]

I used the Carbotechs as a daily, but I had a bit more oopff behind them to assist them when cold I guess. Those Mintex are ideal for what you want.

Dave - PM BTW.

[rich83]

Have either of you got a part number or link for the M1144? Im sruggling! 

[chungster]

I have the last set from the last batch made thanks to DaveB  not sure when they'll be in stock again tho!!

[DaveB@Vagbremtechnic]

Hes right last two sets on the planet for a while went to chungster and GazbutS3, I can find out when they'll be back in stock if you like.

They were going out for a 100 quid I managed to get everybody about 30% off them...... DS2500's are probably 140 quid or something stupid

[rich83]

I need to get some ASAP so i can get this kit on.... might just go for the ds2500! Unless there are any better (apart from the m1144 which arnt available)?

[tony_danza]

Take a Pagid RS4-2 blue over a DS2500, if you can?

[damoegan]

Rich, I can get you OEM R32, Cupra, S3 pads for £50 if you want?

If just fitted them and there good..

[chungster]

are you planning to do track days rich cos otherwise OEM pads will be fine for normal road driving.

[rich83]

Damo... il take them!!