Who makes the OEM front brake pads installed on US spec cars? Spec of European OEM pad ?
10-26-2004, 06:29 AM
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Who makes the OEM front brake pads installed on US spec cars? Spec of European OEM pad ?
Brake pads on US cars are typically softer than European ones, so as to maintain minimum braking performance when there is a power boost failure.
In Europe, the current supplier for Audi OEM S4 pads is Pagid. Does any one know what flavor of pad, blue pink etc ?
In Europe, the current supplier for Audi OEM S4 pads is Pagid. Does any one know what flavor of pad, blue pink etc ?
10-26-2004, 06:45 AM
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My A4 came with Pagids. If I had to guess I'd say they were the Blacks
I currently have the Blues, and they're certainly not the same as the pads that came in the car. So, I'd guess they're either Blacks or some other compound they don't sell in the aftermarket.
10-26-2004, 07:10 AM
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Actually general drivers don't like squealing brakes, so manuf install softer
compounds on US cars to keep noise level down which also provides a better initial bite and cold pad performance wich is beneficial for stop-n-go traffic. Downside faster pad wear and more dust
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