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1. I don't think they are as good or feel as good as the OEM pads. Those bit much harder which I liked. You get used to these but at first its a mushy feel. 2. it's lighter in color and not dustless but almost dustless. They probalby only put out 5%-10% of the OEM dust but it's also a little lighter. It's amazing the difference and worth every bit of it. 3. No idea on the ATE pads. Overall I'm pleased with the powerstop |
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Just asked around my local auto shops and the minimum charge is $370 for installing PS pads I brought in only. Does this sound reasonable?
Looked at some DIY videos, it just involves jacking up the vehicle plus some wrenching job. Should not take more than an hour... |
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PowerStop Z16 Ceramic Pad Success
I just completed the swap and honestly I spent more time cleaning my calipers and putting a coat of wax on them than the actual pad change out.
I used the PowerStop pad numbers at the first of the thread. The ones listed on the PowerStop site where wrong, but maybe that has changed. Order the pads at the first of the thread and you'll be good to go. I got mine from Summit Racing. Use the TIS directions link that I believe is on the second page of this thread and you can't go wrong. REMEMBER TO ACTIVATE THE PARKING BRAKE BEFORE YOU TOUCH THE BRAKE PEDAL! I did the front passenger side first, then the front driver's side; then activated the park brake and you can hear it compress the pads and index the system. I also did the front first, hit the park brake; and then did the rear and hit the park brake, because I did my front one afternoon, and then did the rears the next morning. The only small issue I had was getting the factory pads unstuck from the caliper because they have a sticky adhesive on the back which is pointed out in the TIS directions, but you just need to get a screwdriver in there and gently work it around and they eventually popped out. You can hear the adhesive letting go as you work them. Don't scratch the caliper or pry hard against the painted surface! I had the most success by using a flat blade screwdriver between the pad wear surface and simply wedging the pistons all the way back in first. Then the pins and X spring came out much easier. It doesn't take much effort at all. This method doesn't require a c-clamp or anything because you can get them all the way in before driving out the pins. I also cleaned the heck out of the calipers with brake cleaner and a toothbrush, then simple green and a tooth brush; and then wiped it all down and put a coat of wax on them. I also cleaned the back side of my wheels really good and put a coat of wax on them also. I used Disc Brake Quiet on the back of my pads, which I do on every brake job I do, which is very similar to the adhesive on the back of the OEM pads. I'm not sure you need it but I have never had a problem with disc brake noise ever, so it is standard for me. I held the brake pedal down firmly for at least a minute to seat the Disc Brake Quiet like in the TIS directions for the OEM adhesive on the front, and then later after I did the back. If you do use it, then look at the adhesive pattern on the back of the OEM pads and duplicate it because if you put it all over the back of the new pads you will see it at the front of the pad and through one of drain holes at the rear of the pad because it is red. I also used caliper grease that you can get from any parts store like in the TIS directions, and also put a little bit on the horizontal X spring pads that touch the brake pads. I thoroughly cleaned the pins and the X spring before I reinstalled them. Soap, water and a toothbrush. I did not change my wear sensors. There is only one on each axle. The front is on the driver's side pad. I also used a little anti-seize on the lug bolts and the torque spec is 140 NM, which is 103 Ft./lbs. I bedded the pads in per the PowerStop directions on their site and they are absolutely quiet and the pedal feel is identical to the OEM pads. |
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04-21-2020, 05:11 PM | #94 |
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Hi all,
I am considering changing to the Powerstop pads. I can't stand the brake dust of the stock M Sport brakes. Can anyone confirm the part numbers for a 2020 M50i? The Powerstop website only has the 2019 X5's listed not 2020. Want to be sure they are the same. Thanks |
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Did you install your Powerstop pads? Looking to order the same set for my M50i. Want to be sure they fit. Thanks |
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Can anyone confirm the Powerstop pads for the 2019 G05 with M sport brakes are the same as the 2020 M50i? Mfg website does not have any 2020 G05 info. I called CS they were no help whatsover.
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Thanks for verifying that hitting the emergency brake before touching the brake pedal won't throw any errors. I wish I had known this and it would've saved me a trip to the dealership. Since I was the first to do the brake swap, I took one for the team
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16-1868 for the front and 16-1469 for the rear as originally stated at the beginning of the thread. My Clicking does persist and its a strange feeling to have on a $100k car. This click occurs only switching from reverse to drive and then pressing the brake, waiting for the pad to settle to the new direction. Brake pedal feel has changed, it does require longer and harder pedal press to get the identical brake force. I do believe OEM has a much better initial bite and its a noticeable difference. It does take longer for the ceramic pads to heat up. Brake dust is reduced for me around 60%, but make no mistake the dust still is still present on a smaller scale. All in all, whether this is right for you is entirely a personal choice. Personally I hope akebono comes out with a pad and I'll try those out. I do miss the OEM pad bite though. Hope this is helpful. Last edited by Yogujuhere; 05-15-2020 at 08:38 AM.. |
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Can someone point me in the direction of the correct brake pad part numbers for a 2020 M-Sport? One that won’t click, is high quality, and eliminates dust?
I have a local shop that will do the work but I want to make sure I have the right info first. Thanks a lot |
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Amazing!!! I swap out the pads a couple of months ago, took a trip that was over 600 miles roundtrip, my car look better then driving 30 minutes around town, amazing would you recommend it to anybody!!!!
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F95/96 - Six-piston fixed front calipers and single-piston floating rear calipers at the rear - Drilled and vented 395mm front brake discs and 380mm rear brake discs G05 2NH M Sport Brake option - 4-piston fixed front calipers and single-piston rear - Vented 395x36mm front brake discs and 370x24mm rear brake discs G05 Standard Brakes MY19-20 50i - 4-piston fixed front calipers and single-piston rear - Vented 374x36mm front brake discs and 345x24mm rear brake disc 3rd Row - 4-piston fixed front calipers and single-piston rear - Vented 348x36mm front brake discs and 345x24mm rear brake disc Base - 4-piston floating front calipers and single-piston rear - Vented 348x30mm front brake discs and 345x24mm rear brake discs More details see enclosed
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I did a similar swap when I owned a mini cooper and there was a very noticeable difference in initial bite and overall braking power. I'd rather deal with dust.
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Still confusing with Powerstop. Their website has finally been updated to include the 2020 M50i, but only has options for rear brakes! I really question the accuracy of their info. When I called several months ago, the Rep was totally clueless & useless.
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That's a comprehensive reply. Cheers Auricom |
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Power stop cheap Chinese brakes I had them for half a year when you step on the brakes you feel like you have air in the system so I put the originals back I don't care anymore about the dust I care about stopping power
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