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'04 V70R front brake pads V70-XC70 2004

posted by  Metaphoric on  Sun Jun 1 11:55 CST 2008
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This is probably an old subject but a search of the last couple of months of the forum didn't show anything.

Need replacement front brake pads for my 2004 V70R, 46K miles, rotors look fine. I don't do any "performance" driving, but mostly long distances and lots of Interstates. Is there any percentage in moving to a pad that is an upgrade from the factory item, or is that adequate? I'm concerned about not sacrificing any cold stopping performance, or getting into hot fade problems. The factory pads on the car now seem to perform well, but if there is anyone who has experience with an upgrade I'd like to hear about it.

And a good source for a break on the price for the pads, too.

Thanks.








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    '04 V70R front brake pads V70-XC70 2004

    posted by  someone claiming to be V70driver on  Sun Jun 1 13:03 CST 2008 [RELATED]

    I agree with Mr. Klaus: buy the original genuine Volvo pads. They are not a really high price item, even the local dealer should not be too expensive.








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    '04 V70R front brake pads V70-XC70 2004

    posted by  KlausC on  Sun Jun 1 12:50 CST 2008
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    OEM are the way to go. Soft enough so they don't wear out the rotor and heat resistant for mountain passes and stop and go Chicago traffic.

    Call the dealer and ask about price for a set. Then visit online sites for the same thing - accept no substitutes! Watch out for shipping costs.

    BTW, I got a small packet of synthetic brake grease at my auto parts store for $1, and it is absolutely great for greasing the slide pins.

    Klaus
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    I still miss my 164







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