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Ceramic seems to get lots of press, but I still want to float the question as to what is BEST for LOW brake dust and squeaking (the lesser of evil to be sure). But you guys tell me... WHAT DO YOU RECOMMEND by TYPE AND BRAND? BTW... I am replacing all calipers with ATE/FTE for my girl with the nice butt as seen here just to the left. (ahh... and better described below).

Google search previous posts to find Mike W.'s opinion. (Ceramic, with no brand recommendation).

autopartswarehouse.com, bavauto.com to read brand information, choices, prices. Mine are just for street, don't make black dust or squeak. When if it's time to replace I can't remember the old brand. Probably decide to believe somebody's sales pitch, pay the $35 for a set or two and see what happens.

T.Hanson wrote:Google search previous posts to find Mike W.'s opinion. (Ceramic, with no brand recommendation).

autopartswarehouse.com, bavauto.com to read brand information, choices, prices. Mine are just for street, don't make black dust or squeak. When if it's time to replace I can't remember the old brand. Probably decide to believe somebody's sales pitch, pay the $35 for a set or two and see what happens.

I'll wait for others to chime in (hopfully). I wish you knew your medium and brand. I hate cleaning these alpina spokes.

PBR brake pads. $30.00 for set of fronts at BMP Design are mine.

Mintex, or Pagid (Bavauto.com). All three choices will be in the same ballpark, low dust, squeak, for street use. They have live folks to answer questions.

Jcat wrote:

T.Hanson wrote:Google search previous posts to find Mike W.'s opinion. (Ceramic, with no brand recommendation).

autopartswarehouse.com, bavauto.com to read brand information, choices, prices. Mine are just for street, don't make black dust or squeak. When if it's time to replace I can't remember the old brand. Probably decide to believe somebody's sales pitch, pay the $35 for a set or two and see what happens.

I'll wait for others to chime in (hopfully). I wish you knew your medium and brand. I hate cleaning these alpina spokes.

You should try cleaning the mesh on E39 style 5's. Ceramics don't have the best reputation, but are known for low dusting and light colored dust. I've had no issues with them on the wife's E39 touring in the 75K that they've been on there. And dust is minimal. If you track the car or drive really hard, they probably aren't the best choice, but for everyday use I have no complaints. I think Akebono (sp) was the brand I used.

I run Jurid pads on all of my cars. Lots of dust, but they bite well even in low temperatures. I spend a long time cleaning wheels, but it's worth it. The wheels get dirty anyway so it's not like you're getting out of work.