997 brake pads

[tim997]

2008 base 997 with 50 to 60% remaining. Will replace after the Nov AX's. Out of warranty so OEM not necessarily required. I am looking for a street/AX pad (not planning DE or TT). Any advice out there? Any gouge on the Cool Carbon product? Thanks.

Tim

[Jad]

Why are you replacing them? If the first set lasted 5 years and has over 50% left, why not wait 2-3 years more? Overall, the factory pads are very good at everything. You can get cheaper, or more specialized pads for track use, but there are significant trade-offs. If there is not a problem with the current pads, just watch them and wait until they are worn more would be my suggestion.

[tim997]

Thanks Jad. This issue was brought up to me at the last tech inspection when I was warned to keep an eye on them. I appreciate your advice and will stand down on the issue for a while.
Tim