brake pads

M1rider · 08-06-2010, 01:13 PM

Heyy guys I got 2 questions what brake pads are on the stock 135i andf I got the performance slotted and drilled brake rotors idk if it came with new brake pads but what brake pads would be the best to buy for a 135i? Thanks

nordique14 · 08-06-2010, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by M1rider

Heyy guys I got 2 questions what brake pads are on the stock 135i andf I got the performance slotted and drilled brake rotors idk if it came with new brake pads but what brake pads would be the best to buy for a 135i? Thanks

performance rotors do not come with new pads.

GaryS · 08-06-2010, 02:46 PM

As you know, the stock pads have a lot of initial bite and a lot of dust. I prefer Cool Carbons, but it's a matter of taste. Cool Carbons have much less initial bite and much less dust. Hawk HPS is another popular choice, similar to Cool Carbon, but it's been a long time since I drove a car that had them, so I can't say exactly how they compare.

You can get the stock BMW pads here.

pixelblue · 08-06-2010, 03:11 PM

happy w cool carbons. very linear, low dust and good on track. upgrade brake fluid as well. I like motul

HP Autosport · 08-08-2010, 02:16 AM

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Originally Posted by M1rider

Heyy guys I got 2 questions what brake pads are on the stock 135i andf I got the performance slotted and drilled brake rotors idk if it came with new brake pads but what brake pads would be the best to buy for a 135i? Thanks

Try Stoptech's new Street Performance brake pads.

bradford · 08-08-2010, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by HP Autowerks

Try Stoptech's new Street Performance brake pads.

2nd. They've been great on my 135i. Noiseless, reasonably decent braking, and my front wheels are completely clean silver and the rears are black since I haven't gotten a wash in a few weeks, so they're nearly dustless.

bradford · 08-08-2010, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by HP Autowerks

Try Stoptech's new Street Performance brake pads.

That reminds me...

Do they make rear OEM-fitment Stoptech Street Performance pads Harold?

HP Autosport · 08-08-2010, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by bradford

That reminds me...

Do they make rear OEM-fitment Stoptech Street Performance pads Harold?

Yes, I see a valid part# but I have yet purchase a set. I'll place an order with Stoptech on Monday.

Harold

david @ eas · 08-09-2010, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by GaryS

As you know, the stock pads have a lot of initial bite and a lot of dust. I prefer Cool Carbons, but it's a matter of taste. Cool Carbons have much less initial bite and much less dust. Hawk HPS is another popular choice, similar to Cool Carbon, but it's been a long time since I drove a car that had them, so I can't say exactly how they compare.

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Originally Posted by pixelblue

happy w cool carbons. very linear, low dust and good on track. upgrade brake fluid as well. I like motul

+1

Cool carbons have been very good to us on the track, and for daily driving. The lower dust they provide is worth it all together to be honest, but that coupled with a better performing street/track compound pad, is amazing.

M II · 08-26-2010, 10:31 AM

I second the Stoptech Street Performance Brake Pads! Our customers love this setup and it dusts a lot less than your OEM pads.

david @ eas · 08-26-2010, 02:46 PM

Cool Carbon offers considerably more than reasonably decent braking.

Also dusting is less than 25% of OE after bed-in. Don't delay as our big sale on all Cool Carbon pads ends this month!

Use coupon code: ccaugust15

boostm3 · 08-29-2010, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by **********s II

I second the Stoptech Street Performance Brake Pads! Our customers love this setup and it dusts a lot less than your OEM pads.

couldnt find these on your site for 135. Link?.

moe79 · 09-07-2010, 03:10 PM

Hey guys, I'm new here and have a question for you. Has anyone used the EBC "red stuff" pads? If so, what are your opinions of them? I don't do any track days or racing, but some spirited backroad driving. The dust and squeal of the stock pads has to go. Thanks in advancde![u2b][/u2b]

Lubo · 09-07-2010, 03:59 PM

I do not know about Red Stuff. I am currently wearing out my yellow, and I love them. However if you want to get rid off dusting and squealing then the yellow stuff is not for you.

boostm3 · 11-09-2010, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by HP Autowerks

Try Stoptech's new Street Performance brake pads.

Im told by dealers that they wont be released for OE fitments until December or so.. You guys who have them.. where did you get them?

instag8tr · 11-09-2010, 08:06 AM

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Originally Posted by moe79

Hey guys, I'm new here and have a question for you. Has anyone used the EBC "red stuff" pads? If so, what are your opinions of them? I don't do any track days or racing, but some spirited backroad driving. The dust and squeal of the stock pads has to go. Thanks in advancde![u2b][/u2b]

I have the same question about the ebc red stuff pads. I guess if no one has tried them I will.

pixelblue · 11-09-2010, 08:34 AM

^ I think for your purpose cool carbons will be perfect. no dust and definitely an upgrade to the oem pads. however I need to give an update since my last posting. on my last track outing I experienced severe vibration when braking hard (130-50). I have noticed a lot of other people complaining about the same thing on the track. previously on a different slower track I didn't experience any vibration but this time around on a faster track it was very alarming. I will be switching over to carbotech next year. though definitely recommend cool carbons for their low dust and occasional track/spirited driving

ulrichd · 11-09-2010, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by bradford

2nd. They've been great on my 135i. Noiseless, reasonably decent braking, and my front wheels are completely clean silver and the rears are black since I haven't gotten a wash in a few weeks, so they're nearly dustless.

"Reasonably decent braking" doesn't sound like a ringing endorsement of performance pads

Ruffan · 11-09-2010, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by pixelblue

^ I think for your purpose cool carbons will be perfect. no dust and definitely an upgrade to the oem pads. however I need to give an update since my last posting. on my last track outing I experienced severe vibration when braking hard (130-50). I have noticed a lot of other people complaining about the same thing on the track. previously on a different slower track I didn't experience any vibration but this time around on a faster track it was very alarming. I will be switching over to carbotech next year. though definitely recommend cool carbons for their low dust and occasional track/spirited driving

When I first got my 135 I put the Carbotech mixed use AX6 pads on which I thought would help on the track, but they honestly were not much better on the track at all. You shouldn't compromise for either street or track so I'd suggest a dedicated set of pads for each. Additionally the AX6 pads were horribly noisy at all times. I got rid of them fairly quickly because I couldnt' deal with the noise.

For the past year I've been using stock pads on the street and Hawk DTC 70 race pads on the track. It requires an hour of labor on each end but well worth it.

david @ eas · 11-18-2010, 11:36 AM

We currently have a deal where you can get $85 off Cool Carbon pads. This is the time to order guys!

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GaryS Colonel 37 Rep 2,084 Posts Drives: 2009 135i 6MT Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 135i [6.50]	As you know, the stock pads have a lot of initial bite and a lot of dust. I prefer Cool Carbons, but it's a matter of taste. Cool Carbons have much less initial bite and much less dust. Hawk HPS is another popular choice, similar to Cool Carbon, but it's been a long time since I drove a car that had them, so I can't say exactly how they compare. You can get the stock BMW pads here.
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pixelblue Colonel 140 Rep 2,234 Posts Drives: the silver bullet Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: northern virginia iTrader: (2) Garage List 2010 135i [8.90]	happy w cool carbons. very linear, low dust and good on track. upgrade brake fluid as well. I like motul __________________ "I would quote everything pixelblue said, but you've already read it. Take it from someone who's put the 1 through its paces"
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M II Major 79 Rep 1,210 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: La Habra, CA iTrader: (0)	I second the Stoptech Street Performance Brake Pads! Our customers love this setup and it dusts a lot less than your OEM pads.
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david @ eas 254 Rep 4,048 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Anaheim iTrader: (5)	Cool Carbon offers considerably more than reasonably decent braking. Also dusting is less than 25% of OE after bed-in. Don't delay as our big sale on all Cool Carbon pads ends this month! Use coupon code: ccaugust15
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moe79 New Member 0 Rep 6 Posts Drives: 08 AW 135i, sport & premium Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: illinois iTrader: (0)	Hey guys, I'm new here and have a question for you. Has anyone used the EBC "red stuff" pads? If so, what are your opinions of them? I don't do any track days or racing, but some spirited backroad driving. The dust and squeal of the stock pads has to go. Thanks in advancde![u2b][/u2b]
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Lubo Lieutenant 23 Rep 475 Posts Drives: 15 335 iX Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Long Island NY iTrader: (1)	I do not know about Red Stuff. I am currently wearing out my yellow, and I love them. However if you want to get rid off dusting and squealing then the yellow stuff is not for you.
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pixelblue Colonel 140 Rep 2,234 Posts Drives: the silver bullet Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: northern virginia iTrader: (2) Garage List 2010 135i [8.90]	^ I think for your purpose cool carbons will be perfect. no dust and definitely an upgrade to the oem pads. however I need to give an update since my last posting. on my last track outing I experienced severe vibration when braking hard (130-50). I have noticed a lot of other people complaining about the same thing on the track. previously on a different slower track I didn't experience any vibration but this time around on a faster track it was very alarming. I will be switching over to carbotech next year. though definitely recommend cool carbons for their low dust and occasional track/spirited driving __________________ "I would quote everything pixelblue said, but you've already read it. Take it from someone who's put the 1 through its paces"
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david @ eas 254 Rep 4,048 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Anaheim iTrader: (5)	We currently have a deal where you can get $85 off Cool Carbon pads. This is the time to order guys!
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