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RandallNeighbour · 02-05-2014, 02:07 PM

I like Zimmerman rotors myself over factory because I can get cross drilled for less money compared to my base boxster's solid discs.

I put Stop Tech on my BMW and the ceramic pads they sell are freaking LOUD and squeaky all the time, even in the hot summer months. Zero dust though. That's the only upside.

But be sure to get zinc plated hats if you go with Zimmerman or they'll go rusty if you don't paint them.

I'm now a big fan of EBC red stuff pads. Very grippy, LOW DUST, and they don't make noise if you smear enough of the copper goop on the back of the pad before you slip it into the caliper.

If you don't have a Motive Power Bleeder, this would be a good time to buy one. What a wonderful invention for DIY guys who don't want to bug someone to pump the brakes for them...

02-05-2014, 02:07 PM	#6
RandallNeighbour Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 7,243	I like Zimmerman rotors myself over factory because I can get cross drilled for less money compared to my base boxster's solid discs. I put Stop Tech on my BMW and the ceramic pads they sell are freaking LOUD and squeaky all the time, even in the hot summer months. Zero dust though. That's the only upside. But be sure to get zinc plated hats if you go with Zimmerman or they'll go rusty if you don't paint them. I'm now a big fan of EBC red stuff pads. Very grippy, LOW DUST, and they don't make noise if you smear enough of the copper goop on the back of the pad before you slip it into the caliper. If you don't have a Motive Power Bleeder, this would be a good time to buy one. What a wonderful invention for DIY guys who don't want to bug someone to pump the brakes for them...