gbrickey

That wasn't my experience - I put the Akebono ACT1118 front pads on my 2015 IS350 F-Sport and they were the exact same size as the stock pads. They are quiet as a mouse, and clean as a whistle - no more brake dust.

l33ks

what is the best type of silicone grease to apply?

Diesel26

Not sure what you mean? Silicone grease is just that. Where were you planning on applying it? Make sure you have antiseize on hand. Silicone grease will melt at high temps.

evident

https://www.amazon.com/Permatex-2411...ake+pin+grease

l33ks

or maybe not silicone perhaps, but just the grease stuff you apply to the pads to prevent squeaking and seizing. thanks !

OTRCarver

I just had the ACT 1178 pads installed on my 2015 IS350 F-Sport at my local independent shop as I don't trust my limited mechanical skills to handle the job. When I got home, I thoroughly cleaned the wheels and am looking forward to seeing just how much less brake dust is actually produced.

SLMis

Just put on the 1118's, it feels a bit weird not having to manage the initial bite that the stock pads have, these pads are very linear. The stock pads will bite hard at first then I let off the brake to come to a smooth stop and with the 1118 I keep pressing harder before letting off to make a smooth stop.

If that makes any sense. It is not a bad thing but a difference between the 2 pads. Stockers you have to manage and have a light foot but with the 1118 you have to press progressively harder.

Jbreezie

This is true! I love them so far! Had Akebonk all on all of my cars!

Diesel26

I installed the 1178's on my '15 250 along with Centric High Carbon rotors. Like others have mentioned, less initial bite. Same stopping power.

NO BRAKE DUST!