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Old 12-11-2006, 04:11 PM
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I need to replace my brake pads on my 2001 BMW X5 4.4i. Can any body suggest me a replacement part they have used, Ceramic vs Semi-Metalic.
The factory installed is semi metallic, can I go with ceramic or could I just stick to OEM style? Also any recommendation on online parts.
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Go with AXXIS Deluxe also known as PBR Deluxe. Much less dust as OEM.
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Go with AXXIS Deluxe also known as PBR Deluxe. Much less dust as OEM.
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Don't like PBR Plus. I used them on my 01 X5 and friend's 03 540. Very little dust, true. However, after about a year, both cars vibrated when the brakes were applied. If you want good braking, you need to live with the dust issue. The next pad I'm trying is the exclusive Bavauto Padgid Red.
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Don't like PBR Plus. I used them on my 01 X5 and friend's 03 540. Very little dust, true. However, after about a year, both cars vibrated when the brakes were applied. If you want good braking, you need to live with the dust issue. The next pad I'm trying is the exclusive Bavauto Padgid Red.

I had no vibration problems with multiple sets of Axxis Deluxe. You may want to look to the rotors for the cause of the vibration more than the pads. Possibly pad deposition onto the rotors causing it.

Good braking is not limited to pads with carbon black as a filler ingredient.
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I was actually planinng to get the Axxis Ultimates on mine...not sure if that's the same as the Deluxe?
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I was actually planinng to get the Axxis Ultimates on mine...not sure if that's the same as the Deluxe?
Nope, different pads. Check out www.zeckhausenracing.com for the comparison of dust, noise, and initial bite between the various Axxis/PBR pads.
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Nope, different pads. Check out www.zeckhausenracing.com for the comparison of dust, noise, and initial bite between the various Axxis/PBR pads.
Great to do business with them.
Very helpful and lots of recommendations for your specific needs.
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Axxis Deluxe.
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Don't go the EBC Red Stuff route...
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What type of rotors do you think you are going to get??
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