[AceCobra1]

I am looking to replace my brake pads which is currently yellow stuff with some decent road pads. Any ideas what I should get? My mate recommended me brembos... Is this worth a shot

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Alfa-Romeo-GTV-3-0-V6-24V-Coupe-Brembo-Front-Brake-Pads-Genuine-OEM-Spec-New-/290939326558?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&fits=Car+Make:Alfa+Romeo|Model:GTV&hash=item43bd55d05e

My other mate said Ferodo FS2500 is good but they are £130!! :tut::tut:

 

[GTV_Slave]

http://www.alfaowner.com/Forum/alfa-gtv-and-916-spider/383074-brakes.html

 

[GTV Ced]

Am looking for the same part/s for mine, so will be looking at all the threads for the time being. Make an informed decision and of course report back on the findings.

I have been looking at the Ferodo DS2500, Green stuff or Red Dot racing for the pads (the latter I had on my TS), some Braided Hoses, and new brake fluid.

 

[wayne-dear]

Had green/red/yellow,,,,,,,Ds2500 was better

 

[judas]

Another vote for the DS2500s - worth the extra money, difference in stopping power is very noticeable

 

[Mr Dunamis]

DS2500 all the way, just ordered some for my GTV - worth the extra. Also got them on my GT Junior.

 

[george123]

DS2500 all the way, just ordered some for my GTV - worth the extra. Also got them on my GT Junior.

agree. apparently only need standards on the rear though

 

[wayne-dear]

agree. apparently only need standards on the rear though

You could put playdough in the back for all the good they do..:lol:

 

[David C]

DS2500 are great pads, they are easy on the discs too.

You obviously need to pay for good pads...

 

[fimbles]

i was thinking of trying the black diamond performance pads when mine need replacing ,when ive googled them they seem to get good reviews and a lot cheaper than the ferrodo pads

 

[David C]

You need to remember, that for a good performance pad, the DS2500 are NOT expensive.
Obviously if you are comparing with a £20 std pad then yes they are a lot more, but compared to other GOOD performance pads, they are not expensive at all.

But if all you want is a low price tag...... look elsewhere...!

 

[Mr Dunamis]

Well my DS2500s have arrived for my GTV

 

[David C]

Well my DS2500s have arrived for my GTV

:thumbs:

Just be sure to follow the unusual bedding-in procedure...

 

[Mr Dunamis]

:thumbs:

Just be sure to follow the unusual bedding-in procedure...

Thanks for the reminder

 

[ChironWSC]

There is a new Brembo Sport pad available I have been told it's is very very good. I am trying to get some to test.

Competition Braking Products | Brembo Sport

 

[darren1968]

I'm looking to get the DS2500s for the front but suppliers give two options, Brembo or Lucas
I thought all V6s had Brembo brakes????????????
Can anyone enlighten me before I order?

 

[PJ3074]

I'm looking to get the DS2500s for the front but suppliers give two options, Brembo or Lucas
I thought all V6s had Brembo brakes????????????
Can anyone enlighten me before I order?

Yes - Brembo on Front (V6)
Lucas-Girling on Rear (V6) in Aluminium / Nasty Cast Iron on the Twinny

Hence, he was asking you if you wanted Front or Rear Pads - he could have made himself clearer in that discussion. Those Ferrodo's mentioned are only about £65 for the rear and around £125.00 for the fronts.

I think there was a rarity for an ATE caliper on the front at some point. Have a look here, useful website for brake stuff... Brakeparts.co.uk | Car Brakes, Calipers, Pads, Discs & Parts

Personally, gone for PAGID pads on mine with some upgraded, stainless brake lines.