Hell Lots Of Brake Dusts!!!
02-14-13, 08:14 AM
#16
Advanced
Do you guys park in garages? If so you need this:
Optimum No Rinse: http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-no-rinse.html
Lifesaver in the winter, all you need is a bucket of water, a microfiber sponge (what I prefer), and a waffle weave MF towel. I wash the car in the garage in the winter.
100% safe, look for e videos on YouTube.
Optimum No Rinse: http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-no-rinse.html
Lifesaver in the winter, all you need is a bucket of water, a microfiber sponge (what I prefer), and a waffle weave MF towel. I wash the car in the garage in the winter.
100% safe, look for e videos on YouTube.
02-14-13, 12:42 PM
#17
Do you guys park in garages? If so you need this:
Optimum No Rinse: http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-no-rinse.html
Lifesaver in the winter, all you need is a bucket of water, a microfiber sponge (what I prefer), and a waffle weave MF towel. I wash the car in the garage in the winter.
100% safe, look for e videos on YouTube.
Optimum No Rinse: http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-no-rinse.html
Lifesaver in the winter, all you need is a bucket of water, a microfiber sponge (what I prefer), and a waffle weave MF towel. I wash the car in the garage in the winter.
100% safe, look for e videos on YouTube.
I intend to use this in the summers too (not a whole lot of shade in the driveway - TX = hot summers)
02-18-13, 09:58 AM
#18
HOLD OFF ON BUYING THE PADS!!!!!
I was told by EBC in the U.S. that these will fit. However, based on HIZGSF's inquiry I did some more research. I then got Three different answers from three different people at EBC!! The U.S. office is telling me that there is no distinction in their specs so that usually means they are the same application. Another guy at EBC said the pads will work because pads and calipers are the same regardless of year. He did not know however if the rotors were bigger in the FSport. I then called the UK head office. They didnt know and could not confirm. I then called Lexus who said they have two different brake pad parts for the GS and the Fsport.
So now I am unsure myself.
I will probably cancel my order now based on this new info. What I need to do is find a shop that has them in and can compare the OEM pad with the EBC pad side by side as it seems even the manufacturer themselves don't know for sure if they will fit. I will continue my search and report back when I find more info.
I was told by EBC in the U.S. that these will fit. However, based on HIZGSF's inquiry I did some more research. I then got Three different answers from three different people at EBC!! The U.S. office is telling me that there is no distinction in their specs so that usually means they are the same application. Another guy at EBC said the pads will work because pads and calipers are the same regardless of year. He did not know however if the rotors were bigger in the FSport. I then called the UK head office. They didnt know and could not confirm. I then called Lexus who said they have two different brake pad parts for the GS and the Fsport.
So now I am unsure myself.
I will probably cancel my order now based on this new info. What I need to do is find a shop that has them in and can compare the OEM pad with the EBC pad side by side as it seems even the manufacturer themselves don't know for sure if they will fit. I will continue my search and report back when I find more info.
03-22-13, 12:27 AM
#19
HOLD OFF ON BUYING THE PADS!!!!!
I was told by EBC in the U.S. that these will fit. However, based on HIZGSF's inquiry I did some more research. I then got Three different answers from three different people at EBC!! The U.S. office is telling me that there is no distinction in their specs so that usually means they are the same application. Another guy at EBC said the pads will work because pads and calipers are the same regardless of year. He did not know however if the rotors were bigger in the FSport. I then called the UK head office. They didnt know and could not confirm. I then called Lexus who said they have two different brake pad parts for the GS and the Fsport.
So now I am unsure myself.
I will probably cancel my order now based on this new info. What I need to do is find a shop that has them in and can compare the OEM pad with the EBC pad side by side as it seems even the manufacturer themselves don't know for sure if they will fit. I will continue my search and report back when I find more info.
I was told by EBC in the U.S. that these will fit. However, based on HIZGSF's inquiry I did some more research. I then got Three different answers from three different people at EBC!! The U.S. office is telling me that there is no distinction in their specs so that usually means they are the same application. Another guy at EBC said the pads will work because pads and calipers are the same regardless of year. He did not know however if the rotors were bigger in the FSport. I then called the UK head office. They didnt know and could not confirm. I then called Lexus who said they have two different brake pad parts for the GS and the Fsport.
So now I am unsure myself.
I will probably cancel my order now based on this new info. What I need to do is find a shop that has them in and can compare the OEM pad with the EBC pad side by side as it seems even the manufacturer themselves don't know for sure if they will fit. I will continue my search and report back when I find more info.
Any new update on this?
03-25-13, 05:23 AM
#20
No word yet
Hi, unfortunately nothing in the plans as of yet. I called Hawk, EBC, Raybestos, Akebono, Street Plus and everyone said nothing in the plans. EBC told me if I sent them a set of pads with the clips and backplate they would speed up the process, but the package is $350+ and I dont know what the shipping would cost to U.K.!! I just dont know why these companies wouldnt get on it asap. There is a market out there.
We just have to wait it out.
We just have to wait it out.
03-25-13, 06:20 AM
#21
Coming from a '11 VR6 CC VW that had lots of break dust, can anyone give a comparison to how bad the F Sport brakes are on the rear wheel drive variant? I'll agree, it is certainly a pain to keep cleaning them off, but at least I've got 3 yrs of experience. 
03-25-13, 07:31 AM
#22
Driver
Thread Starter
Got a set of Akebono ProACT Ultra-Premium Ceramic Brake Pad Set for my GS250 F Sport front brakes. Very good pads! The bite is there, very little to no dust! Really like no dust! No brake noise & it doesn't require bedding in! The brake pad for my 250 F Sport is the same as the non F Sport GS350. So non F Sport GS350 bro should really try this set of pads! I canguarantee u wun regret it. Below is the link...
03-25-13, 08:49 AM
#23
Lexus Test Driver
May have a solution
http://www.bendixcatalog.com/Applica...13&engine=1383
Never heard of the company Bendix (part of Honeywell).
Maybe the moderator can merge our posts.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...r-f-sport.html
Never heard of the company Bendix (part of Honeywell).
Maybe the moderator can merge our posts.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...r-f-sport.html
03-26-13, 07:31 AM
#24
Lexus Test Driver
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: VA
Posts: 824
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
What about different Lexus pads. The 3rd generation GS suffered from break dust, people complained, and Lexus issued different replacement pads that were completely dust-free. I had them replaced on my 2007 GS. We should all complain to Lexus!
03-26-13, 07:50 AM
#25
Driver School Candidate
My wheels are chipped severely from a combination of 4 things: salt, likely wheel cleaners, possibly brake dust, and possibly low quality paint. Lexus offers a wheel refinishing service for $800, so alternatively I purchased another set of wheels. The service tech I spoke with said it is a very common problem with Toyota wheels, hence the service. I assume brake dust is compounding the issue because my front wheels noticeably have more brake dust and paint issues. Maybe the dust is helping bond the salt to the wheels as well. Anyways it is very difficult to combat with my current pads.
My questions are
1) I have Duralast CMAX Ceremic Pads I am about to install (Autozone). Can anyone comment on their brake dust output?
2) Has anyone had their wheels refinished professionally by someone like MAACO?
My questions are
1) I have Duralast CMAX Ceremic Pads I am about to install (Autozone). Can anyone comment on their brake dust output?
2) Has anyone had their wheels refinished professionally by someone like MAACO?
03-26-13, 07:56 AM
#26
i gotta say how much brake dust do you all get. I get some brake dust which is normal for these performance brakes. BMW is 10x worse I can drive about 5 miles and my rim is completely covered in thick brake dust. Can someone post a pic of the amount of brake dust you get, I'm very curious!
03-26-13, 09:04 AM
#27
Lead Lap
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Pennsylvania
Posts: 723
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I suspect individuals not used to owning a vehicle with semi-metallic brake pads would tend to notice the increased dust, which is also darker, versus previous ceramic brake pad equipped vehicles. I suspect Lexus choose the more aggressive semi-metallic brake pad material since it provides superior performance.
03-26-13, 10:10 PM
#29
Driver School Candidate
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: TX
Posts: 43
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I will add that the brake dust seems to be much less of an issue on our GS since we had OptiCoat applied. Much reduced brake dust on the wheels and what there is cleans off very easily. In fact, so far I'm more impressed with what OptiCoat did for the wheels than for the rest of the car.
03-28-13, 12:35 AM
#30
Pole Position
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: BC
Posts: 212
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I saw my neighbor washing his car with his jacket on when it was about 40ish outside. I love my car but cant do it. He was washing with his naked hands too. Its too cold for me. On the other hand I agree with you on the car grinders esp. we have a black car. I saw a brand new black 4gs rolling into a shell grinder a few months ago when it wasnt even cold, my heart ached.
