Best low dust brake pads for steel brakes

DriveWithDray · 01-17-2023, 12:29 PM

I have Carbotech front and rear pads and brake dust is reduced by at least half. and braking is solid.

don't over think it guys, its a few hundred bucks and will keep your wheels looking cleaner for sure

hellcat2m4 · 01-17-2023, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by DriveWithDray

I have Carbotech front and rear pads and brake dust is reduced by at least half. and braking is solid.

don't over think it guys, its a few hundred bucks and will keep your wheels looking cleaner for sure

What part number if you don't mind me asking?

Thanks

DriveWithDray · 01-17-2023, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by hellcat2m4

What part number if you don't mind me asking?

Thanks

front: CT269480-1521
rear: CT1469-1521

Double check wherever you order just in case.

DonJuan · 01-20-2023, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by DriveWithDray

I have Carbotech front and rear pads and brake dust is reduced by at least half. and braking is solid.

don't over think it guys, its a few hundred bucks and will keep your wheels looking cleaner for sure

Just got mine today! Can't wait for a less dusty life! lol

DonJuan · 01-20-2023, 11:16 PM

Never seen them out the car, They are huge!

SetAlias · 01-24-2023, 08:09 PM

What are ppl paying for the iSweep 1500s? Seems steep!

LuckyBrand · 01-25-2023, 10:50 AM

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What are ppl paying for the iSweep 1500s? Seems steep!

That's one reason I went with the EBC reds. Much cheaper in price.

m4ml · 01-25-2023, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by SetAlias

What are ppl paying for the iSweep 1500s? Seems steep!

$450/$200

SetAlias · 01-25-2023, 01:55 PM

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That's one reason I went with the EBC reds. Much cheaper in price.

How do you like em? Clean and grippy enough for the streets?

LuckyBrand · 01-25-2023, 05:14 PM

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How do you like em? Clean and grippy enough for the streets?

Well funny enough I don't have them yet. Like a lot of things they are back ordered. Hopefully sometime in March. The Isweeps were back ordered as well. I've heard good things about both so I don't think either are a bad choice. I have another thread going on the topic so when I do get them installed I will update.

Young04 · 01-25-2023, 07:40 PM

My wife has an i4 m50. Her wheels are clean and no noise. Say what you will of electric vehicles (I personally am a fan...mostly) but not having to deal with the headaches of brakes will be nice.

Medal · 04-07-2023, 04:35 PM

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I just ordered the 2000 from r33_RGSport a minute ago…I'll report my findings after I get them and install them.

I posted my thoughts in a new thread under the brake section. I cannot recommend the 2000 pads enough. They are fantastic

fanofbmwe46 · 04-07-2023, 08:03 PM

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I posted my thoughts in a new thread under the brake section. I cannot recommend the 2000 pads enough. They are fantastic

I bought the Isweep 2000 pads as well. Spent way more than I wanted to but seems these might be the absolute best for spirited street driving and still good for occasional track day

OF Hero · 04-07-2023, 09:23 PM

My isweep 2000s are also on the way. I know it's not the ULTRA LOW dust version, but I will take reduced dust and zero noise.

GTS Daddy · 04-08-2023, 04:50 PM

Sub'd.

Medal · 04-09-2023, 10:07 AM

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My isweep 2000s are also on the way. I know it's not the ULTRA LOW dust version, but I will take reduced dust and zero noise.

True but you also forgot a very much improved brake feel and stopping power. That’s what surprised me as much as the dust reduction. I expected no noise as that was the first reason I started looking at new pads, but man these work and feel great.

OF Hero · 04-09-2023, 10:41 AM

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True but you also forgot a very much improved brake feel and stopping power. That’s what surprised me as much as the dust reduction. I expected no noise as that was the first reason I started looking at new pads, but man these work and feel great.

Of course!

Any concerns these may wear out the rotor faster, since they are a step above the purely street pads (IS1500s)?

Medal · 04-09-2023, 10:54 AM

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Of course!

Any concerns these may wear out the rotor faster, since they are a step above the purely street pads (IS1500s)?

I have no concerns but that’s just my feeling/instinct; I don’t have any facts/info one way or the other. r33_RGSport do you have any info on this?

fanofbmwe46 · 04-09-2023, 12:21 PM

How long do rotors last with stock pads… do they need swapped every 2 or every 3 pad changes?

r33_RGSport · 04-09-2023, 04:15 PM

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Of course!

Any concerns these may wear out the rotor faster, since they are a step above the purely street pads (IS1500s)?

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Originally Posted by Medal

I have no concerns but that’s just my feeling/instinct; I don’t have any facts/info one way or the other. r33_RGSport do you have any info on this?

Based on my testing on my X3MC, I don't see IS2000 being aggressive on the rotor as much as stock.

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How long do rotors last with stock pads… do they need swapped every 2 or every 3 pad changes?

It would depends on your driving styles and conditions. A lot of stop and go traffic will burn more pads and rotor.
Rule of thumb is 2 pads, 1 rotor. But, a good shop will measure the thickness before just slapping a new pads. (Trust me, I have seen and heard "reputable" shops ignored that simple brake job basics).

OwnerF16 · 04-09-2023, 08:10 PM

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EM3RALD · 04-13-2023, 02:03 PM

Just canceled my order for EBC Reds.

Where are people ordering Carbotechs from?

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