beep-beep

will have to ask it in separate thread. I need to replace front pads and found a few choices (subject).

I was pretty happy with oem pads but would not mind a mild upgrade in stopping power. and I want normal street pads which stop when cold.

any advice on which to choose? I lean toward HPS or pagid.

2008A6

I just installed Stop Tech Posi-Quiet pads in front and finally put an end to the excessive break dust of the OEM pads. So far, very pleased.

jetshine

Put the Akebonos on mine, and I'm also seeing far less brake dust... so happy, it was quite a task to clean the wheels every week.

Don't have hard numbers to share on braking capability vs. stock, but I can offer subjective comments: they have slightly softer pick-up vs. the OEMs, then are nice & progressive as you push harder on the pedal. I'd say they're at least as good as the OEMs, just without the brake dust!

D's Avant

Very happy with Akebonos on mine. Like above, slightly less initial bite, good overall braking feel and of course less dust. Haven't tried them in cold weather though.