ss3964spd

I know there has been numerous posts on the subject but I don't think I've seen anyone with conclusive results.

Vehicle is an '05 E500 with about 75K on it and it's time to do the brakes. I don't have any performance complaints with the OE binders but I would like to reduce the dust.

So, which pads at least equal OE cold and hot performance while reducing dust, and without squeeling? Akebono's? Porterfield's? Actual part or model numbers would be super. How about rotors - which brand?

Thanks much,

Dan

dynomite05

Akebonos are great. You could get them at Tirerack

BagMan

I went with Akebono's and couldn't be happier. RockAuto had the best price at the time.

ss3964spd

Talk to me gentlemen.

Akebono's - is there only ONE pad type from Akebono for the E500? Do they reduce dust, have no squeel, and perform cold or hot?

Inquiring minds and all that.....

Dan

dynomite05

I believe they are called Akebono Euros Ceramic. They barely give off dust, have no squeal (even though some people have had issues with them), and they perform cold or hot. You are always going to find somebody who has had a bad experience with a product. Personally I had bad luck with the Porterfields. That's why I switched to the bonos.

BagMan

You can get them through Amazon also. Part numbers:
EUR847 front
EUR986 rear

ss3964spd

Thanks.

Any feedback on rotors?

fins

i went with Axxis Deluxe Pads no dust; no reduction in braking power...

sgtstanko

Satisfied GS6......used them on my 300SRT8....no dust but great grip like OEM.

hatplus

Rotor - Balo Front($74.00) and Rear ($36.00)
Pads - Akebono(Front)($72.00) , Centric (Rear $40.00)
Sensor-$6.00
on racepages.com