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Which brake pads ?

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Old 11-08-2011, 12:56 AM
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What brand/type brake pads are you guys running ? I'm almost up for a set and don't want to scrimp on Ebay specials on something that may save my life. I'm happy to spend the extra cash on top quality pads. Thanks.
 
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Old 11-08-2011, 01:05 PM
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I think mine has EBC brand. I'm no brake pad expert, so not sure how they rate. But I have never had any issues.
 
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I think mine are Goodridge. Also no issues.

I agree with you about not scrimping on them too! Every metre counts and good feel can prevent lock ups.
 
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Old 11-08-2011, 11:18 PM
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I have DP (Dunlopad) HH pads up front. I like them.
 
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Old 11-09-2011, 03:45 AM
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Thanks Guys. Ive been doin a bit of research and might go with the EBC HH sintered pads. Cheers.
 
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Old 11-09-2011, 07:20 PM
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I've heard EBCs work only to their full potential if you use their rotors, otherwise they don't bed in right or something. Don't know much about it, I prefer stock pads because they don't lose their feel when it gets wet out.
 
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Old 11-09-2011, 07:37 PM
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Thanks Guys. Ive been doin a bit of research and might go with the EBC HH sintered pads. Cheers.
i run those. no problems at all.
 
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Old 11-09-2011, 07:57 PM
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I use ebc double HH
 
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EBC HH here, too. Work great and last well.
 
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Old 11-10-2011, 09:52 AM
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same here EBC HH .....always
 


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