I just checked my brakes and found that the rear pads are down to ~1/8" and 3/16". (The fronts have ~ 7/16", but I want to upgrade all 4 corners)I am going to PIR this weekend, so must replace RIGHT NOW.

Any advice for an upgrade?
The local speed shop recommends Porterfield R4S and thinks they can get them this week. Per their website they look about right for my use (99+% street with 4-6 performance driving events per year)
I know others have used Mintex "Redbox" and "C-Tech", EBC "Greenstuff" and "Redstuff", Pagid "Yellow" and others.

Obviously they must be well behaved on the street and, since I live in the NW, provide immediate friction when cold &/or wet (so most full on racing pads are out)and give decent wear, but give better fade resistance than stock. Less dust would be nice.

Thanks in advance,

John Alberti
1999.5 A4 1.8Tqms

I think you're on the right track, thats what I'm doing.

Good luck

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