Vantage 4.3 Rear Pads

[samastonlongley]

Hi,

My rear pads are due changing however the dealer price seems a little ridiculous for a set of rear pads. I’ve seen a few people using aftermarket pads and even upgraded the pads for much less however I’m struggling to find anywhere to actually buy the after market pads from. Has anyone got any pointers as to where to go to get some aftermarket ‘cheaper’ pads from? Wouldn’t mind trying something like some redstuff pads but can’t seem to find them on the website for the 4.3 Vantage (2006)

Thanks in advance
Sam

[matrignano]

https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...

Ended up getting Pagid RS4-2-2 (OE spec) from carparts4less.co.uk, £140 delivered for rears

No problem with them whatsoever

[raceboy]

Today, Pagid rear pads at Eurocarparts are £162.49, tomorrow that price may go up or down, or £141.74 at Carparts4less.

[john ryan]

Buy Jag XKR Brembo rears, and do without the wear sensor - or machine the XKR pads to take a wear sensor, easy peasy.

Edited by john ryan on Thursday 7th February 16:47

[rovcallum]

Last year, I bought EBC Redstuff front pads (V8 Vantage MY2009) - Part Number DP31908C (£124)
I think the rear pads are DP31909C (£113) but don't quote me on that. Same as DB9 etc..

Go to the EBC website and click where it says "know your part number" to get to the correct pads.

Anyone in the know might like to fact-check the above part numbers, but the front pads definitely fit and work very well.

[Manx V8V]

Porterfield AP 1166 R4-S Rear £143.30 the set (£171.96 with VAT) from Porterfield Uk about 3 weeks ago.

Edited by Manx V8V on Thursday 7th February 23:23

Edited by Manx V8V on Friday 8th February 07:00

[samastonlongley]

rovcallum said:

Last year, I bought EBC Redstuff front pads (V8 Vantage MY2009) - Part Number DP31908C (£124)
I think the rear pads are DP31909C (£113) but don't quote me on that. Same as DB9 etc..

Go to the EBC website and click where it says "know your part number" to get to the correct pads.

Anyone in the know might like to fact-check the above part numbers, but the front pads definitely fit and work very well.

Do the EBC pads have the sensor wire attached or did you have to link that out?

[samastonlongley]

samastonlongley said:

rovcallum said:

Last year, I bought EBC Redstuff front pads (V8 Vantage MY2009) - Part Number DP31908C (£124)
I think the rear pads are DP31909C (£113) but don't quote me on that. Same as DB9 etc..

Go to the EBC website and click where it says "know your part number" to get to the correct pads.

Anyone in the know might like to fact-check the above part numbers, but the front pads definitely fit and work very well.

Do the EBC pads have the sensor wire attached or did you have to link that out?

Also unfortunately I can’t seem to find the Redstuff pads for my 2006 4.3 only Oranage,Blue and Yellow stuff etc. I’ve read a post about the redstuff pads been quite noisy under braking is that something you’ve found?

[davek_964]

I'm pretty sure it was EBC red that I fitted to mine last year (2006 4.3). I don't find them at all noisy - in fact, I can't really tell any difference from the old pads that came out (and they do have a slot for the wear sensor - mine wasn't worn, so just re-used).

[rovcallum]

https://www.ebcbrakeshop.co.uk/ebc-redstuff-brake-...

[samastonlongley]

rovcallum said:

https://www.ebcbrakeshop.co.uk/ebc-redstuff-brake-...

Not sure if they are the same for the 2006 car as they don’t show up under a search? Does your car have the big brake kit on it or just standard like the earlier cars?

[rovcallum]

Mine are 4 pots, ie the small ones. Small but very effective 😀
If in doubt, give EBC a call.

[samastonlongley]

rovcallum said:

Mine are 4 pots, ie the small ones. Small but very effective ??
If in doubt, give EBC a call.

Ah that’s interesting so they should be the same as mine? Wonder why they don’t come up when I put my model in, I’ll give them a call just to confirm before I order. Thanks for your help.
Sam

[matrignano]

I found EBC reds (and more so yellows) quite noisy.
They really need to be chamfered before fitting otherwise they can get annoying.

Frankly I preferred the OE Pagids overall

[bogie]

Same here, EBC reds you need to be careful on fitting, be sure to use anti squeal shims and paste. Mine are noise free after bedding in.

Next time I might try the Porterfields

[samastonlongley]

bogie said:

Same here, EBC reds you need to be careful on fitting, be sure to use anti squeal shims and paste. Mine are noise free after bedding in.

Next time I might try the Porterfields

Hmm this is what’s putting me off with the EBC pads I’ve heard a few similar stories. Having said that there so much cheaper than OE. Did anyone notice any better braking performance using EBC pads? I’ve heard the standard pad is meant to be a pretty well specced pad from factory

[matrignano]

Sorry to sound like an arse, but if you think £140 for OE rear pads is too expensive, are you sure AM ownership is the right thing for you...?

[alan powley]

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[samastonlongley]

matrignano said:

Sorry to sound like an arse, but if you think £140 for OE rear pads is too expensive, are you sure AM ownership is the right thing for you...?

I don’t think it’s too expensive, never said that. Just wanted to know if there was a more cost effective option available and if the aftermarket pads were considered better. I’ve used my Vantage daily for the last 3 years so I know what the costs of running one are and I’ve found often there is a cheaper and more effective aftermarket version of OE Parts available, therefore I’m always keen to get other owners opinions

[bogie]

samastonlongley said:

bogie said:

Same here, EBC reds you need to be careful on fitting, be sure to use anti squeal shims and paste. Mine are noise free after bedding in.

Next time I might try the Porterfields

Hmm this is what’s putting me off with the EBC pads I’ve heard a few similar stories. Having said that there so much cheaper than OE. Did anyone notice any better braking performance using EBC pads? I’ve heard the standard pad is meant to be a pretty well specced pad from factory

The EBC are no better, the OE pad Pagid RS4-2-2 is an excellent fast road pad, often an upgrade pad for many owners of other marques. Its just a bit dusty. Fitted properly they dont squeal once bedded in and if you can get the OE pad for a good price id stay with them

Maybe try the Porterfields which are supposed to be more dust free, havnt tried them yet.
http://www.davidapplebyengineering.com/shop/produc...

Considering the pads last 20-40k miles the cost is nothing really to be concerned about ....most people have an issue with the fitted price at a dealer, particularly if they are used to DIY.

Last time I was quoted £500 for pads fitted on the rear axle, I declined, ordered online and did them myself in about 90 mins, including giving the wheels a good clean and wax whilst off the car....saved myself £300 in labour for an "easy" job if you have the tools etc of course....

Whichever you choose if you fit yourself, take time to chamfer the edges, use anti squeal shim and paste, bed them in properly and should be fine

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Brake-Pad-Anti-Squeal-S...f:0

Edited by bogie on Friday 8th February 14:43