furious1smitul

Okay, so I'm a noob and I know there's a bunch of posts on Pads and Rotors on the forum and I've also read all of them. However, I am still unclear as to which Pads to go with on the rear.

Which of these pads should I get?

Axis Ultimate
EBC
Hawk
Akebono
AEM

I am going with the Rotora Slotted rotors for the rear. Just need to decide on a set of pads.

Also, if anyone knows a great place to get the pads that would be helpful. I already saw a group buy post for the rotors.

Thanks in advance.

RaviNJCLs

iTrader: (4)

What rotors do you have up front? BBK?

I'm probebly getting EBC Greenstuff pads when I get my rotors in.

civicking

i have tired a lot of pads on this car and past cars and so far i love the aem pads, quiet, solid pedal, good stopping, also low dusting.

Sonic One

I agree on AEM pads. Ive got Rotora Slotted and AEM pads in front with no problems at all. Gray/Beige dust with low dust, nice stopping distance. when u get them, make sure to cut off the stubs to fit your calipers. They are made for our cars but also fit other hondas as well.

furious1smitul

I have all the Stock Rotors and Pads right now. The car just reach 40k miles.

civicking

what did you put them in because mine fit perfectly without any problems.

furious1smitul

I think i'll probably go with the AEM then. Any suggestions on where to get the best deal on them? Also, the Rotors, the group buy vendor is out of stock on them.

RaviNJCLs

iTrader: (4)

So, are you changing all, or just the rears?

furious1smitul

Just the rears for now. The front are good so no point spending the money.

civicking

i got mine from www.performancecenter.com you have to use a 1998 acura cl as the search, they didn't update their data base, just get the 1998 acura cl ones, call them to make sure its part number 26-205, thats the ones you need.

this is from www.performancecenter.com:

AEM> Brakes> Brake Pads> ACURA> 1998> CL>



Please Select From The Following:



AEM Rear High-Performance Brake Pads




Retail Price: $59.33

Your Low Price: $42.74

Information


Manufactured in conjunction with Original Equipment (O.E.) Japanese brake manufacturer NISSIN, AEM’s High Performance Brake Pads are guaranteed to outperform the stock pads and fit perfectly every time. A unique ceramic-aramid fiber compound provides a higher coefficient of friction that resists fading and reduces stopping distances. These pads were independently lab tested to ensure consistent hot or cold performance, shorter stopping distances and reduced pedal effort.

Specifically Engineered for High Performance Braking

Ideal with AEM O.E. Caliper Big Rotor Brake Kit

Use of Non-ferrous Metals Produces Non-corrosive Brake Dust

Low Squeal Properties

Light Colored Dust Doesn’t Show on Wheels

Pads Work With Stock Disc Brake System





this is from www.aempower.com:
Rear Pads
Application Part Number Availability MSRP

Acura CL 1997-99 4 cyl 26-205 Available $59.33
Acura CL 1997-02 V6 26-205 Available $59.33
Acura CL 1997-00 4 Cyl. 26-205 Available $59.33

furious1smitul

Thanks, i'll give them a call and get these ordered later this week. They also have the Rotoras for $138 for the rear pair which is a pretty good price.

Sonic One

http://www.streetbeatcustoms.com/aem26120-sy.html


It's a very common modification to cut the stubs off. I recall a thread talking about it.

russianDude

I have Akebano and absolutly loving them !!
They are extreamly quiet, low dust, and give you very smooth stoping...
But then again, if you are into street performance and etc... Akebano might not give you the performance you want.
But if you are an average driver looking for good breaks for everyday driving, I'd highely recommend Akebano.
I heard from people that Akebano supposed to last much longer and be very easy on your rotors thus reducing warping....