OE brake dust????

Automotive Goals · 11-20-2015, 11:32 AM

Just drove the car to work (40 miles). I can say that I do not notice any difference in braking performance. I do not really race the car on the highway, especially now that it is still in the break in period, but it seems that braking performance has not changed at all.

I am going to keep driving around, and let you know about the dust, but it definitely seems a lot better. The wheels still look nice and clean. Before by the time I would get to work, you can see a nice coating of brake dust.

Automotive Goals · 11-23-2015, 08:25 AM

Alright, so after 100 miles with the new brakes, I can report that the dust is a lot less. There is definitely some dust being left on the wheels, but no where as much as it used to be. I only changed the front brakes, and now the front wheels are cleaner than the rears. Obviously it was the opposite, with OEM pads.

Now will have to just wait for the rear pads to be released.

psuwcc112 · 11-23-2015, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Ecoce1

Alright, so after 100 miles with the new brakes, I can report that the dust is a lot less. There is definitely some dust being left on the wheels, but no where as much as it used to be. I only changed the front brakes, and now the front wheels are cleaner than the rears. Obviously it was the opposite, with OEM pads.

Now will have to just wait for the rear pads to be released.

Thank you for the update!

Alvinized52 · 12-06-2015, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Ecoce1

Alright, so after 100 miles with the new brakes, I can report that the dust is a lot less. There is definitely some dust being left on the wheels, but no where as much as it used to be. I only changed the front brakes, and now the front wheels are cleaner than the rears. Obviously it was the opposite, with OEM pads.

Now will have to just wait for the rear pads to be released.

Any more updates on the power stop? Hows the sound so far?! Is it louder than oem?

S65V8 · 12-06-2015, 06:12 PM

Love the Power Stops, works as advertised, and I bought mine when it was listed at $30!!! SHIPPED.

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I drive the car pretty hard, and honestly, I cannot notice any real dust being left on the wheels. Then again, I did clean my wheels and sealed it with Meguair's wheel protectant. It might be that Power Stop's type of dust simply doesn't stick to this coating.

As for performance, I've done sudden stops on a dime, high speed braking, etc. It's almost identical, might be placebo, but OEMs were a tad bitey-r I think, but not in a good way. Also, if you read Power Stop's website about materials used, seems like they didn't cheap out in building them.

Can't wait until they come out with the rears. It's hilarious, as today was the first time I cleaned my wheels and didn't have to do anything to front except wash them down. The rears clearly had OEM brake dust on them, not a ton, but it accumulates that's for sure.

Automotive Goals · 12-07-2015, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Alvinized52

Any more updates on the power stop? Hows the sound so far?! Is it louder than oem?

Brake pads are a must!!! I do not see any difference between these and OEM ones. The best part is that my front wheels stay clean from wash to wash. Hopefully they make the rear pads soon.

SROC3 · 12-19-2015, 02:17 AM

Power stops here too.....such a BIG difference with the decrease in brake dust. It's crazy compared to the stock pads. No difference in stopping power either.

Rotherd31 · 12-20-2015, 09:18 AM

Welcome to the "Happy with Power Stop" club! Not to worry, I won't tell you I told you so!

HP Autosport · 12-22-2015, 12:47 PM

Stoptech Street Performance and Porterfield R4S are two other options for lower dust and still retaining OEM braking performance.

wigaster · 12-23-2015, 08:00 PM

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Rotherd31 · 01-04-2016, 11:28 AM

Two and a half months ago I had email correspondence with Power Stop, reference when their rear pads (16-1656) would be available. Paul advised me that he would contact me when they were close to being released. I got an email from him this morning advising that they were "within days" of having them in stock with suppliers and that he would have further info for me later this week. More info when I hear back from him again.

psuwcc112 · 01-04-2016, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Rotherd31

Two and a half months ago I had email correspondence with Power Stop, reference when their rear pads (16-1656) would be available. Paul advised me that he would contact me when they were close to being released. I got an email from him this morning advising that they were "within days" of having them in stock with suppliers and that he would have further info for me later this week. More info when I hear back from him again.

Thats great to hear. I just installed the powerstop front last weekend. So far, i am loving it..

HP Autosport · 01-05-2016, 03:44 PM

Any of you tried coating your wheels with nano or ceramic coating? The latest technology can keep brake dust away for a much longer period of time. If you happen to get your wheels covered in brake dust, washing them is a breeze.

psuwcc112 · 01-05-2016, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by HP Autosport

Any of you tried coating your wheels with nano or ceramic coating? The latest technology can keep brake dust away for a much longer period of time. If you happen to get your wheels covered in brake dust, washing them is a breeze.

Yes, i have my wheels coated with CQuartz. It just make washing the wheels easier, however it does not make it repel the brake dust.

HP Autosport · 01-05-2016, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by psuwcc112

Yes, i have my wheels coated with CQuartz. It just make washing the wheels easier, however it does not make it repel the brake dust.

The experiment I did was coating one of the front wheels only and I can definitely tell the amount of brake dust between the left and right hand wheel after several days of driving. I don't believe one corner of the car is using the brake more than the other though.

psuwcc112 · 01-05-2016, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by HP Autosport

The experiment I did was coating one of the front wheels only and I can definitely tell the amount of brake dust between the left and right hand wheel after several days of driving. I don't believe one corner of the car is using the brake more than the other though.

My guess is such that the coating make the the dust harder to stick on the surface of the wheels. The coating definitely helps, i can't imagine how bad the wheels be without the coating.

HP Autosport · 01-06-2016, 06:51 PM

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Originally Posted by psuwcc112

My guess is such that the coating make the the dust harder to stick on the surface of the wheels. The coating definitely helps, i can't imagine how bad the wheels be without the coating.

BMW OEM pads have one of the worst dusts out there...sticky and black.

Rotherd31 · 01-07-2016, 01:20 PM

I heard back from the rep at Power Stop an hour ago. The pads are now available for purchase. Their first supplier is rockauto.com I went on their site, put in part # 16-1656 and the pads came up and I ordered them! They were $28.00 and some change, plus shipping cost of $5.00. He did tell me that eventually they will be available on Amazon and their other suppliers, but that Rock Auto is one of their first suppliers to have them available for purchase.

bmwm3car · 01-07-2016, 02:23 PM

I just put my Front PowerStop Pads on yesterday and drove about 60 miles and no dust. I used to do 25 miles and it seems I already had a light coat of dust. Today I did some sudden stops to see if I could feel any differences, but it all felt the same. That Dust was killing Me!!!

Fast4d · 01-07-2016, 03:26 PM

thanks! I'll order front and rear from rockauto.

geneatals · 01-07-2016, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Rotherd31

I heard back from the rep at Power Stop an hour ago. The pads are now available for purchase. Their first supplier is rockauto.com I went on their site, put in part # 16-1656 and the pads came up and I ordered them! They were $28.00 and some change, plus shipping cost of $5.00. He did tell me that eventually they will be available on Amazon and their other suppliers, but that Rock Auto is one of their first suppliers to have them available for purchase.

28 for the pair?

man that nice..something with no "m-tax" LOL

klrgoten · 01-08-2016, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by bmwm3car

I just put my Front PowerStop Pads on yesterday and drove about 60 miles and no dust. I used to do 25 miles and it seems I already had a light coat of dust. Today I did some sudden stops to see if I could feel any differences, but it all felt the same. That Dust was killing Me!!!

When you guys put on the powerstops, did you change out your rotors or anything? I want to avoid any squeaking due to incompatible brake material on.

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Automotive Goals Captain 563 Rep 776 Posts Drives: 2000 M5, 2018 M550i, 2022 M4 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: brooklyn, ny iTrader: (3)	Just drove the car to work (40 miles). I can say that I do not notice any difference in braking performance. I do not really race the car on the highway, especially now that it is still in the break in period, but it seems that braking performance has not changed at all. I am going to keep driving around, and let you know about the dust, but it definitely seems a lot better. The wheels still look nice and clean. Before by the time I would get to work, you can see a nice coating of brake dust. __________________
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Automotive Goals Captain 563 Rep 776 Posts Drives: 2000 M5, 2018 M550i, 2022 M4 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: brooklyn, ny iTrader: (3)	Alright, so after 100 miles with the new brakes, I can report that the dust is a lot less. There is definitely some dust being left on the wheels, but no where as much as it used to be. I only changed the front brakes, and now the front wheels are cleaner than the rears. Obviously it was the opposite, with OEM pads. Now will have to just wait for the rear pads to be released. __________________
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S65V8 _ 808 Rep 3,160 Posts Drives: ... Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Los Angeles, CA iTrader: (10)	Love the Power Stops, works as advertised, and I bought mine when it was listed at $30!!! SHIPPED. Feedback I drive the car pretty hard, and honestly, I cannot notice any real dust being left on the wheels. Then again, I did clean my wheels and sealed it with Meguair's wheel protectant. It might be that Power Stop's type of dust simply doesn't stick to this coating. As for performance, I've done sudden stops on a dime, high speed braking, etc. It's almost identical, might be placebo, but OEMs were a tad bitey-r I think, but not in a good way. Also, if you read Power Stop's website about materials used, seems like they didn't cheap out in building them. Can't wait until they come out with the rears. It's hilarious, as today was the first time I cleaned my wheels and didn't have to do anything to front except wash them down. The rears clearly had OEM brake dust on them, not a ton, but it accumulates that's for sure.
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Rotherd31 User Name 1176 Rep 844 Posts Drives: 2023 G83 BG/FR/ 963M wheels Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Lansing, MI. iTrader: (1)	Two and a half months ago I had email correspondence with Power Stop, reference when their rear pads (16-1656) would be available. Paul advised me that he would contact me when they were close to being released. I got an email from him this morning advising that they were "within days" of having them in stock with suppliers and that he would have further info for me later this week. More info when I hear back from him again.
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