I got a sweet deal on a parts buy-out from an ex-E46'r with ZHP. There were many new parts including new brake set. The brake set is not considered name brand OEM parts, the rotors are Meyle Premium and the pads are Vaico. I think I am going to use the rotors but the pads I am not sure about. I have not found any reviews on Vaico brake pads.
Anybody recommend the Vaico pads??
I want the OEM feel of Pagid/Textar/Jurid pads but I don't know if Vaico pads provide that.
2001 BMW 740i - Anthracite Gray - Style 32 Wheels --------- 2004 BMW 330i - Silver Grey Metallic
Convenience Pkg - Cold Weather Pkg - PDC ------------------- Sport Package - Auto - Mroof - Hseats
I recently installed Power Stop Ceramic on the front. Brake dust is almost nonexistent compared to the Semi-Metallic pads that I removed. The car stops just fine.
If its any consolation, Vaico is a famous rebrander of many OEM parts.
FWIW, Textar pads are dusty as H - E - double chopsticks. Have to carefully scrub the front wheels at least weekly on the '98 C280. They have recently decided to squeal like a stuck pig when hot and on moderately hard stop.
Charlie
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2001 BMW 740i - Anthracite Gray - Style 32 Wheels --------- 2004 BMW 330i - Silver Grey Metallic
Convenience Pkg - Cold Weather Pkg - PDC ------------------- Sport Package - Auto - Mroof - Hseats
I use OEM (ATE, Textar, Jurid) for our pads, and rotors made in Germany (Zimmerman, etc...). People complain about dust, but I don't find it an issue. Our wheels are waxed(3M) , so, spraying a wheel down with the hose, when washing the car gets rid of anything to be concerned about. The car (2002 330xi) is driven by my better have, so squeaky or metallic pads are not an option(don't like hearing complaints). I like the fact the OEM pads really bite when you press the brake.
Regards
Last edited by por911; 08-17-2018 at 11:10 AM. Reason: grammer
I recommend Akebono Ceramic brake pads. They offer smooth stopping power.
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