Best brake pads for front replacement 07 A6

[Saifxnyc]

I have a 2007 Audi A6 and the front brake pads needs replacement i was wondering what is the best brake pad that is reasonable in price and effective in OEM Quality or above. I want my rotors and pads to last long but be able to brake effective at triple digits speeds if necessary.

[arjun90]

Many go with Akebono's. Initially I wanted to go for a set of Textar ePads, but I was consistently and persistently recommended to go with Akebono.

[skylinrcr01]

+1 for Akebonos

[callaghan.]

I can vouch for Akebono's as well. Have them on my avant and on my old Allroad. Great pads, not too aggressive, and little-to-no brake dust.

[sun_dance]

Go with Brembo rotors and Akebono pads and you'll be quite happy.

[arjun90]

Brembos for the rear. Zimmermann for the front, great for those on a budget.

[SinCityA6]

Another vote for Akebono Euro ceramic pads. Great pad and no dust!!!! I went with Adams rotors and have been very pleased.

[arjun90]

Don't forget applying that anti sequel grease.

[Dutch_A6]

I use Posi Quiet Ceramic pads, almost no dust and really solid.

[D's Avant]

X 4/5 on go with Akebono Euro pads. Very happy, no noise and good feel/bite.

[c@@kieMonsta]

+9000 on Akebonos

[Saifxnyc]

Don't forget applying that anti sequel grease.

ok so i see Akebono seem to be the best choice here. Do i have to replace my rotors too? I had all brakes and rotors OEM parts changed at 79K and car has 109 K and only front pads needs replacement and mechanic said the rotors can go through a set of pads. But i wouldn't mind changing the rotors if absolutely necessary. The mechanic will do these so i am sure he knows about the anti squeal grease if that is what you meant.

[arjun90]

If your rotors haven't surpassed minimum thickness, then you may only need new pads. You can resurface your rotors for $15 each and reuse them especially if they're aren't warped.

[Saifxnyc]

ok thanks everyone for the input i will go with akebonos or hawks not sure yet ill post back the results

[Saifxnyc]

Another vote for Akebono Euro ceramic pads. Great pad and no dust!!!! I went with Adams rotors and have been very pleased.

how much did you pay for the front set i am looking at tire rack for the exact ones for $89 free shipping

[SinCityA6]

how much did you pay for the front set i am looking at tire rack for the exact ones for $89 free shipping

I replaced both front and rear. IIRC I paid around $150 total for both sets. $89 is a good price.

[Saifxnyc]

mines only says it needs front so ill only purchase that i am on a budget the coil springs i am about to buy are 600 and the job is 8 hours. Car is getting some major stuff done so i can finally drive it. In fact it has a cracked flex pipe which is giving me a p0068 code for maf gotta weld that pipe right or pay 1300 to dealer for one provided i return the old one. Love these cars :)

[arjun90]

mines only says it needs front so ill only purchase that i am on a budget the coil springs i am about to buy are 600 and the job is 8 hours. Car is getting some major stuff done so i can finally drive it. In fact it has a cracked flex pipe which is giving me a p0068 code for maf gotta weld that pipe right or pay 1300 to dealer for one provided i return the old one. Love these cars :)

It should not be never ending if you get the job done right

[Saifxnyc]

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0019HYMLQ/...=IPO0ZU2PJFGMT would these suffice for the price i will wait one day before purchase some forum member have PM'd me saying i can get a forum discount purchasing from them on another forums. But that is what i am looking at right now Tire rack has them for $89 that is the cheapest price i found lmk if i should jump on it.

[Pelican Parts]

ok thanks everyone for the input i will go with akebonos or hawks not sure yet ill post back the results

For a daily driving brake pad from HAWK I would recommend their ceramic performance street pad to help with brake dust and noise. Their HPS and HP+ tend to get a bit more negative reviews due to how noisy they can be for daily driving use.

We have a large selection of pads here for you to check out. The Akebono are good pads as suggested already. Good luck! :)

-Luccia

[Saifxnyc]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/291398110520

i got the Akebono EUR1111 Front Ceramic Brake Pads guys hopefully they'll last longer than the stock pads that lasted only 29k with brand new rotors..

[SinCityA6]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/291398110520

i got the Akebono EUR1111 Front Ceramic Brake Pads guys hopefully they'll last longer than the stock pads that lasted only 29k with brand new rotors..

I think you are going to be very happy.

[AFONE]

I just put Akebono Euros on my car. Haven't seen a spec of brake dust since...


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[c@@kieMonsta]

I just put Akebono Euros on my car. Haven't seen a spec of brake dust since...


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This.

[arjun90]

I just put Akebono Euros on my car. Haven't seen a spec of brake dust since...


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Same here, haha

[Saifxnyc]

I think you are going to be very happy.

just got them on today indeed i am very happy with the results i had one question what is brake fading and what rotors would you guys recommend whenever i do swap them out from oem to whatever chime in i will be trying hawk hps next time unless someone recommends else wise i just want to see what else is out there i like how smooth they brake and don't jerk the car to a stop but still effectively stop it. I will be posting another topic in the forum soon with some questions related to car maintenance minor stuff. I got lucky found someone in town who is actually good working my car and not charge insane amounts so i am about to just over haul it do everything i possibly can that it needs. But thanks a lot for the advice here i will be checking the post frequently for any responses.

[SinCityA6]

just got them on today indeed i am very happy with the results i had one question what is brake fading and what rotors would you guys recommend whenever i do swap them out from oem to whatever chime in i will be trying hawk hps next time unless someone recommends else wise i just want to see what else is out there i like how smooth they brake and don't jerk the car to a stop but still effectively stop it. I will be posting another topic in the forum soon with some questions related to car maintenance minor stuff. I got lucky found someone in town who is actually good working my car and not charge insane amounts so i am about to just over haul it do everything i possibly can that it needs. But thanks a lot for the advice here i will be checking the post frequently for any responses.

Brake fade is a term used to describe the partial or total loss of braking power used in a vehicle brake system. Brake fade occurs when the brake pad and the brake rotor no longer generate sufficient mutual friction to stop the vehicle at its preferred rate of deceleration. You will get a lot of opinions/options for rotors. I swapped my OEM rotors out for Adams Rotors when I swapped all my pads as well and I have been extremely happy with them. ECS sells their GOMET line of rotors which have received positive reviews. All in all, brake rotors are all going to be typically very similar in performance unless you go with a complete BBK (Big Brake Kit) setup.