Pramit Patel

Does anyone else have this problem. I had to replace the front and rear brake pads on my brand new 2002 ls430 after 15k miles. Now I have 35k and they need replacing again! Should I got with a harder brake pads, like EBC green stuff. Any suggestions? Also should the rotors be "turned" everytime you replace your pads, especially if you are replacing them with different ones then you had before.

Thanks.

LexusNY

It really depends on how you drive.
If you ride the brake often yes you can wear them out after 15,000miles
When I say "ride the brake" I mean keep your foot over the brake(just slightly) while driving at full speed.
You can also ask your dealership to check the calibers.....make sure there not sticking.
I assume the dealership has been changing the brakes and not using aftermarket pads.

LexLS

Stick with the OEM brake pads unless you have upgraded to bigger brakes. The life of the pads depends on your driving style as LexusNY pointed out.

Pramit Patel

Is there anything wrong with using EBC green stuff pads with OEM rotors. Will this cause vibration in the steering wheel? I though EBC pads might last longer.

daryll40

I used to go thru pads every 9-10K on my 1999 Mercedes S320. Of course I live in the up-and-down terrain of Pittsburgh. I HOPE to get 15K out of LS430 pads!

seanl

Side to Side vibrations in the steering wheel are usually caused by warped rotors. My '97 LS400 has just started to exhibit the pulsating pedal/vibrating wheel at 89K miles. The original rotors are warped and I'm going to replace 'em in a few weeks.

As long as your rotors are in good shape, you should be able to use the EBCs without having the rotors resurfaced.

Good Luck.