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Originally Posted by warmkop
...I replaced my oem pads that was worn out with ebc red stuff pads and the oem pads was much better then the ebc pads.
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warmkop, thanks for that info! To me, that's more evidence that a pad that might be considered to be an unnamed "racing pad" by a seller might actually be a downgrade.
If you're looking for a pad that's a great track compound that will do okay on the street
* it's
Carbotech™ XP8™ - this compound will take some time to heat up to optimal working temperature on the street, so be careful. After it heats up, it's MUCH better than the oem pads (even a moderate brake pedal pressure will throw your molars into the windshield if you're not careful. I'm exaggerating, but not by much at all - the difference will shock you.).
If you're only going to be driving on the street
*, the Carbotech™ 1521™ compound will be better suited because it gets up to optimal grip temperature more quickly. This compound still has a noticeable edge over the oem pad material, but the difference isn't as great as XP8s. Another option for the street that is a slight but noticeable upgrade from the oem pads is
Hawk HPS compound.
* Disclaimer: Of course, this assumes you're starting out with the Mkiv TT 4-piston front calipers, and the Mkiv TT ABS system. If you're running the n/a front calipers and/or the n/a ABS system, you should stay away from all forms of roadracing, imho (regardless of pad).