IanT90 Posted December 29, 2016 Share Posted December 29, 2016 I changed my rear brake assemblies this year and bought a kit including discs and pads, bought the calipers separately. The pads I got where Forodo which is one of the reasons I bought the kit, always used Forodo and swear by them. I also changed the front O/S caliper when I replaced the swivel, seal and bearings. I have a new N/S caliper but haven't got around to fitting that yet. However, when I do get around to replacing it I was planning to replace my front pads at the same time (discs are okay for the time being). The pads still have some wear in them but what the hell may as well replace them so there all done. Went on to eBay my favorite on line shopping site and typed in 300TDI Defender front brake pads. To my surprise there where loads of Mintex pads, some Brit part pads ( which I won't entertain) and some other manufacturers I have not heard off but no Forodo. So I typed in Forodo front brake pads for Land Rover Defender and up they came but to my shock they where not cheap. Finally to my question should I stick with the time honored tradition and stick with Forodo or should I take a leap of faith and go for Mintex ? Has anyone used Mintex and if so are they any good ? how do they compare with Forodo pads ? Regards Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snagger Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Mintex are OEM and are absolutely fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taffia Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Hi Ian I am back onto Mintex after trying in a number of different pads in my 110 (discs all around) and Discovery's over the years. Tbh brake fade or dust on the rim's was never an issue for me - what I found was the Mintex brakes worked as well on these vehicles as any other but lasted the longest so for me it was a £ choice and oem one! Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowie69 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Ferodo* May help your searches 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mo Murphy Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Hobbits make brake pads ? Mo ? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmgemini Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Agan I'm out of step. I use whatever my parts supplier has in. Not had any problems Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanT90 Posted December 30, 2016 Author Share Posted December 30, 2016 Cheers for that guy's I will go for the Mintex when I get around to doing them and see how they fair. Regards Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Souster Posted December 31, 2016 Share Posted December 31, 2016 Ferodo were the manufacturers for land rover brake pads around the 300tdi/td5 years. I think they are slightly better than mintex, don't squeal. But Ive got mintex on and they are fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanT90 Posted January 3, 2017 Author Share Posted January 3, 2017 Funny you should say that I fitted Ferodo pads on the back and they squeal like mad, so much so i have bought some anti squeal shims to fit as they drive me nuts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
honitonhobbit Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 Oil them - stops the squealing and the wear 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanT90 Posted January 5, 2017 Author Share Posted January 5, 2017 I guess you mean oil the back of the plate not the front which is in contact with the disc (stupid question but got to ask), plus which oil do you suggest ? There are a number of anti squeal shims around, some come with a grease supplied. I bought some self adhesive pads you cut to shape (with no grease) I was wondering if I should grease them or not and if I was to use grease what type ? maybe oil is a better alternative ? I could use some all purpose bearing grease that I have in abundance. As always all advice very welcome. Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowie69 Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 Let's just be sure on that, Honiton Hobbit is known for his dry sense of humour Copper ease on that backs and pins may help, but otherwise no oil anywhere near the pads Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevm Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 Mintex Ceratec is supposed to be the new best thing. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Mintex-Ceratec-brake-Squeal-Lubricant/dp/B007IZ4VOG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elbekko Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 I'd keep oil and grease away from anywhere near the brakes. Check that the pads weren't installed the wrong way around. The chamfered edge should be the leading edge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanT90 Posted January 5, 2017 Author Share Posted January 5, 2017 Ah that's interesting didn't know about the chamfered edge, that might explain why I have the problem. Got a tube of copper grease so could use that, but after reading threads I am reluctant now must admit didn't like idea of having any form of lubricant near my brakes. Will fit adhesive pads/shims and make sure the pads are the right way around first, see if that works before resorting to the copper grease. Once again my knowledge is expanded a little more, thanks guys appreciated. Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chillidog Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 There is a reason for the change, if your vehicle has ABS then use the ceramic paste, apparently the copper stuff causes dementia and your braking system may or maynot work, but if the abs sensors get contaminated with coper then it is virtually impossible to clean tem, so only replacement and megabuks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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