Review on 🔴 EBC Brakes DP31986C Redstuff Ceramic Brake Pad - Low Dust Performance by Walt Smirnoff

When I bought these pads a few months ago I chose EBC because I had used them in previous Audis I had and also my Mitsubishi Evolution IX and they were great pads, much better than standard. And on my 2010 Audi A4 quattro, these pads did not disappoint in that regard. They have a great initial "bite" that is better than the stock 2010 Audi OEM metal pads, and they don't feel as soft as most aftermarket ceramic pads or even new Audi OEM ceramic pads. (I think they changed them in 2011). What disappointed me about these pads is the claim that they are "low dust". These pads are only slightly less soiled than the original "dirty" Audi OEM pads and should be on par with the newer Audi OEM ceramic pads. I've read claims that these pads are much better than both old and new OEM pads when it comes to dust, which I think is clearly not true. When it comes to brake pads, there is no holy grail. This is always a compromise scenario. To improve braking performance, you always give off a little bit of brake dust. Vice versa. I would also like to point out that these pads are actually not true ceramic pads. They are actually a Kevlar fiber pad reinforced with ceramic particles. Because of this, these pads have excellent initial traction when braking, as well as amazing durability when braking. To everyone who buys these pads. READ THE APPLICATION NOTES! If you don't follow the instructions which clearly state that it can take up to 1000 miles for the pad to fully bond to the surface of the brake disc and during that time you MUST handle the pads carefully. So no track days, no fast red lights, and no hard braking or aggressive driving in general. If you do any of these things, they will wear out unevenly and will most likely be noisy. I haven't heard any sound from these pads after 3000 miles from following the instructions. I also recommend that after you have properly adjusted the pads, you drive your car to a stretch of road where you will not get into an accident. Accelerate the car to 60-80 km/h and depress the brake pedal. Some of you may be laughing, but I'm serious. These pads last MUCH better than the stock pads. I made the mistake of not doing this and had to panic brake at 70mph on the 405 in Los Angeles and take slight swerves to avoid hitting a fallen motorcyclist and while these pads did a great job, the rear of my car bobbed a little . , which made the event a little more tense than it should have been. That rear movement wasn't solely due to those brakes. It was my fault braking from high speed due to the light steering. The first thing you learn in racing school is that uncontrolled deceleration is the #1 cause of accidents on the road and track. And when people like me, who have been racing SCCA for five years, can make mistakes that were made worse by bad brake tests with new pads in the first place. Everybody can. Therefore, for your own safety, check your brakes thoroughly at least once after grinding them in. Here are some tips for choosing pads. Ceramic brake pads are the same as exquisite china mugs. No chance. In fact, they are made from a blend of ultra-strong ceramic and copper fibers and represent the latest generation of brake pad technology. Here's a quick rundown of their pros and cons: Pros: They're quieter than metal pads. They dissipate heat better for less brake wear. They generate less dust and the dust itself is lighter. They have a softer effect on the brake discs. Cons: They are not as aggressive as metal pads. They are not recommended for racing or towing heavy loads. They are usually more expensive than comparable metal pads. Metal Pads As the name suggests, metal pads are made from the metal fibers in the brake compound... and they love to hear Cinderella while you ride. So, dust off your copy of Night Songs, pull your hair out, and check out the pros and cons of metal brake pads: Pros: They're more aggressive than ceramic pads. They extract heat from the rotor for cooler braking. They are available in chain and heavy duty versions. They are relatively cheaper than comparable ceramic pads. Cons: They are louder than ceramic pads. They produce more black and dirty dust. They are more abrasive and wear out with disc brakes and faster.