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I need some brake pads, like asap! getting the grinding and the message on the DIC.

So, what pads are good ones to install. i def don't want stock ones as they make to much brake dust. i was thinkin Hawk pads???

Anyone have a link to a set? or have a set for sale???

Any tips, let me know please... thanks!
Aj

M-bENZ

Read this thread you will find alot of info. from there.

https://mbworld.org/forums/w211-amg/...questions.html

Esh

I was in somewhat of a rush as you are to get the new pads on and installed Wagners. I'm sure they will have a little more dust, but after researching the ceramics, decided to stick with the conventionals. It appears that ceramics take heat to really be effective. My typical commute is less than 5 miles, so no real way to get them warm to be truly effective.

maxwerks

I heard that Hawks eat up your rotors faster, on stock rotors, Akebonos were nice for me. Street driving that is.

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read the other thread. very helpful!!!

M-benz, did you get your stuff? i collected the akebono pads f&r and sensors and the total is 144. wow, hell of a deal!!! haven't paid yet as i am waiting on confirmation from the other thread...

thanks all!!!
Aj

Jons95c36amg

Not the Hawk ceramics. I have them on my Clk55 much less dust then OEM. Very good stopping power. I love them!

Tacjam

This is Tire Racks take on ceramic pads....Does anyone know the difference between the Mercedes Anit-squeal compound and the anti-squeal compound you can buy at any auto store? Also I've read Mercedes Anti squeal is the same thing as Anti Seize from Permatex...this guy even said he tested it in a lab.

http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforu...d.php?t=209455


http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/tech/....jsp?techid=88

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yea, i need to get that anti-squeel crap too. i figured i'd pick it up from a dealer or a local parts store. will call my mechanic in the afternoon and ask him what he thinks.. maybe he'll even have some for me...

will post up what turns out.

FYI: I will be ordering the Akebono pads off RockAuto.com.

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FYI guys, i got my Akebono pads from RockAuto, came within 3 days!!! they are awesome!!!

will be putting them in next week, so i'll post up how they work out!
Aj

M-bENZ

Yes I did get my stuff but instead of Akebono I bought EBC Redstuff. The reason I didnt buy the Akebono because they didnt make it for the front (CLK). Anyway, those brake pads are sitting here in my room but I havent got time to install it yet so yea. looks like you got a good deal for your brake pad.

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ALrighty guys i went ahead and installed the pads. they are awesome!!! i can't believe the difference b/w these and stock!

Turns out the sensor was caused by the rear pads. they were prolly 20% left. the fronts were still 50%, but i figured, nice pads and no dust, i'll just do it.

my only issue was the rotors needed to be cross hatched to rid of the lip. i hate how Euro cars do this! other then that, fresh fluid and i was ready to roll!

So, if anyone ever needs new pads, i def recommend the Akebono!
Aj