PBR Brake pads

[bone_stock_240]

Does anyone have any experience with PBR brake pads? How do they compare to OEM? Is there a specific pad from PBR that is better than the others? I am looking for pads for street driving, not going to be taking it to the track anytime soon. Thanks.

[AmoebAssassin]

I was under the impression that PBR became Axxis?

If that's the case, the PBR/Axxis Ultimates are a good heavy duty street/light track pad, but they are dusty and noisy occasionally.

[Bronze MFP]

i've been running axxis metal masters for the last 2 years and love em. they are about worn out now, but they are great street pads.

[bone_stock_240]

hahaha. Thanks, you are answering all my questions today. How much did they cost you? I found a place that had the metal masters for like 35$ CAD for a set of fronts for the z32, and the ultimate ceramic for 21$ I was kind of suspicious since the price is so low.

[Bronze MFP]

i got my pads on ebay for about 80 or 90 shipped for all of em for 300zx pads. 240's are probably cheaper.

[bone_stock_240]

The ones I found were for the 300zx brakes. 26mm calipers. They are listed as PBR instead of axxis. maybe they are trying to clear all their stock? Here is the link I found

http://parts.autopartsonlineca...ory=N

[PapaSmurf2k3]

when buying pads for my prelude, I went to the local speed shop and asked for the best low-dust pad, and he handed me PBR's... IIRC he charged me between $45 and $65, can't remember exactly.

[bone_stock_240]

Ok. I ended up buying the PBR ultimate ceramic because they were by far the cheapest for some reason. People have been saying good things about the metal masters, so I figured the ceramics couldn't be all that bad. I had to order at least $75 Canadian to get free shipping, so I bought 2 complete sets of front and rears for $80. It kind of worries me that the price is so low. I am going to get some crazy defective, or super noisy dusty pads, that will demolish my rotors in 14 seconds. Ah well, I am very easy on my brakes anyways. I mostly do engine braking.

[PapaSmurf2k3]

why... brakes are cheaper and easier to replace than a clutch or worn piston rings

[bone_stock_240]

Yeah, I know that. I don't think it can be too hard on your drivetrain if you revmatch properly. Cuz I mean, your clutch only slips when the 2 speeds are different and you are letting it in. For long gradual deceleration I downshif. You are going to be downshifting anyways. For quick sudden stuff, I use the brakes. If you are adequately aware of your surroundings, and there are no idiotic drivers, most of the deceleration I do is slow and gradual. My buddy doesn't revmatch at all. I cringe when he engine brakes.

[centralcoaster33]

Haha! it took a long time and finally a "here, let me drive" to convince my friend that heel toe downshifts are a must.

[bone_stock_240]

hahahaha. Heel toe isn't as important as just matching the freaking revs. My other friend just bought a 2005 G35 6 speed and he learned stick on it. I told him not to bother with downshifting until he actually learns to drive it semi well. Of course he still tries to do it on a regular basis. His car is going to be ****ed in no time at all.