Excessive Brake Dust and Spatter // Solution?

bigbrian · 06-23-2014, 12:16 PM

The brake pads on the M6 (front and rear) seem to cause a TON of brake dust and spatter. I will literally wash my car and clean the wheels and within one day of driving they are brake-dusted and spattered like crazy.

I know there are some brake pads you can buy that are pretty damn good but I would like to think BMW doesn't use cheap pads -- but I cannot get over the mess they make.

Btw... I have steel rotors (not CCBs).

Anyone else experience this? Anyone else run different pads? Can you suggest a brand/model for me?

Brian

RichardP · 06-23-2014, 01:17 PM

One reason I went for CCBs, sorry not much help!

Carbotech bobcat pads are supposed to be good and low dust after the initial break in. https://www.gmpperformance.com/index...=6161&VID=3757

dentaltech · 06-23-2014, 04:31 PM

I am running stock pads and get dust the best thing I did was to do a full detail on the wheels. I removed them from the car so I could get the barrels good.

1) I clay bared them
2) I then used a sealant
3) then waxed them.

It seems that the dust does not stick like it used to. I also use a pressure washer every week when I detail my car, I use a no touch washing system and the inner barrels look as nice as the outside with out ever taking a brush to them.

Takes work to keep things fresh but I enjoy it

BTF13M6 · 06-23-2014, 08:27 PM

Brian,

I put the Carbotech low dust pads on and voila! brake dust is all but eliminated and so was the squeal.

EuroKar · 06-23-2014, 08:29 PM

Best thing to do is what Dentaltech said. Wax your wheels.
I like Hawk performance brake pads a lot. They break well, quiet and very low dust.

bigbrian · 06-23-2014, 09:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BTF13M6

Brian,

I put the Carbotech low dust pads on and voila! brake dust is all but eliminated and so was the squeal.

That is awesome! I am going to get a front and rear set for my car!

Brian

ice7 · 06-23-2014, 09:42 PM

I use Armor Wheel Protectant on both sets of wheels. Doesn't completely eliminate the dust but helps a lot.

JOHNBMWM5 · 06-24-2014, 02:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dentaltech

I am running stock pads and get dust the best thing I did was to do a full detail on the wheels. I removed them from the car so I could get the barrels good.

1) I clay bared them
2) I then used a sealant
3) then waxed them.

It seems that the dust does not stick like it used to. I also use a pressure washer every week when I detail my car, I use a no touch washing system and the inner barrels look as nice as the outside with out ever taking a brush to them.

Takes work to keep things fresh but I enjoy it

I did the same, and Snow Foam and jet wash all things on the car, works for me.

noushy · 06-24-2014, 01:02 PM

I did the low dust carbotech pads cost me $600 plus $200 install and after two weeks of bedding in the steal is gone and much much less dust. Performance seems similar maybe a bit less grabby at first bite.

Noushy

bigbrian · 06-24-2014, 06:56 PM

I am planning to have my dark blue calipers powder coated another color so this is a good time to swap out the pads. I appreciate the recommendation and experiences of these pads guys!

Brian

FalconFlyer · 06-24-2014, 07:51 PM

I have no issues with brake dust... I wipe them off (with a simple rag) about once per week and even then it is not bad... simple solution:

http://www.chemicalguys.com/Chemical..._p/wac_303.htm

BTF13M6 · 06-25-2014, 12:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigbrian

I am planning to have my dark blue calipers powder coated another color so this is a good time to swap out the pads. I appreciate the recommendation and experiences of these pads guys!

Brian

Brian,

FYI, the pads are red and visible... maybe red calipers on your black Beast would look good?!

bigbrian · 06-25-2014, 08:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BTF13M6

Brian,

FYI, the pads are red and visible... maybe red calipers on your black Beast would look good?!

Oooh I didn't know they were red. Hmm I was planning on painting the calipers Laguna Seca Blue which wouldn't look so good with red pads.

Brian

BTF13M6 · 06-25-2014, 11:08 PM

I will post a pic of mine tomorrow.

bigbrian · 06-25-2014, 11:25 PM

I sent the company an email asking if they have black pads -- waiting on answer.

Yes, definitely send over a pic of yours! Thanks!

Brian

bigbrian · 06-26-2014, 10:34 AM

I heard back from Carbotech and they said they will paint the pads any color you like (well any color they have available). I am going to go ahead and order them in black. I also placed an order for a couple containers of the Chemical Guys Wheel Guard (as suggested).

Hopefully with the new combo any dust that does come off will slide it's ass right off the wheel. lol.

Thanks again guys!

Brian

JOHNBMWM5 · 06-26-2014, 11:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigbrian

I heard back from Carbotech and they said they will paint the pads any color you like (well any color they have available). I am going to go ahead and order them in black. I also placed an order for a couple containers of the Chemical Guys Wheel Guard (as suggested).

Hopefully with the new combo any dust that does come off will slide it's ass right off the wheel. lol.

Thanks again guys!

Brian

Keep us posted Brian, on how thinks go.

FalconFlyer · 06-27-2014, 07:24 AM

You only need one container of the Chemical guys stuff... as a little goes a LONG way. I have been using it for about 6 months now and have only used about 1/6th and I re-apply it once a month...

BTF13M6 · 06-27-2014, 07:59 PM

Sorry for the delay... here's the pic!

bigbrian · 06-27-2014, 10:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FalconFlyer

You only need one container of the Chemical guys stuff... as a little goes a LONG way. I have been using it for about 6 months now and have only used about 1/6th and I re-apply it once a month...

Ahhh ok... I might just send one of the containers to my brother in that case.

I ran into the guy who corrects and polishes all of my cars. He said he will put a coat of "Opticoat" on the wheels which will last a while. He said I can put the Chemical Guys stuff on over the Opticoat and that will really do the trick.

@BTF13M6 - Heck with the brakes... Look at those HREs! Yeh Buddy!

Brian

BTF13M6 · 06-27-2014, 10:48 PM

I may have shamelessly self promoted my product????

06-23-2014, 12:16 PM	#1
bigbrian riding on rails 117 Rep 655 Posts Drives: 2o13 m6 f13 Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: wichita kansas iTrader: (0)	Excessive Brake Dust and Spatter // Solution? The brake pads on the M6 (front and rear) seem to cause a TON of brake dust and spatter. I will literally wash my car and clean the wheels and within one day of driving they are brake-dusted and spattered like crazy. I know there are some brake pads you can buy that are pretty damn good but I would like to think BMW doesn't use cheap pads -- but I cannot get over the mess they make. Btw... I have steel rotors (not CCBs). Anyone else experience this? Anyone else run different pads? Can you suggest a brand/model for me? Brian __________________ /// 2o13 m6 f13 . jb4 tuned . meth injected . msr intake . 21" adv1 wheels . eisenmann race w/ catless DPs . vorsteiner full aero . accuair e-level w/ bagged KW V3 struts . dinan sways . bel stir+ w/ alp jammer . jl audio subs /// 2o13 x5m e70 . velos tuned . 22" adv1 wheels . dropped on kw variant3 coilovers . passport 9500ci radar & jammer. gets groceries fast
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RichardP Lieutenant 51 Rep 591 Posts Drives: E39 M5 & M6 Gran Coupe Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: North Yorkshire, UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW M6 Gran Coupe [10.00] 1980 E26 [10.00] 2003 BMW M5 [10.00]	One reason I went for CCBs, sorry not much help! Carbotech bobcat pads are supposed to be good and low dust after the initial break in. https://www.gmpperformance.com/index...=6161&VID=3757
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dentaltech Private First Class 27 Rep 170 Posts Drives: 2013 M6 coupe Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: So Cal iTrader: (1)	I am running stock pads and get dust the best thing I did was to do a full detail on the wheels. I removed them from the car so I could get the barrels good. 1) I clay bared them 2) I then used a sealant 3) then waxed them. It seems that the dust does not stick like it used to. I also use a pressure washer every week when I detail my car, I use a no touch washing system and the inner barrels look as nice as the outside with out ever taking a brush to them. Takes work to keep things fresh but I enjoy it
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BTF13M6 First Lieutenant 44 Rep 339 Posts Drives: 2013 BMW M6 Coupe Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Overland Park, KS iTrader: (0)	Brian, I put the Carbotech low dust pads on and voila! brake dust is all but eliminated and so was the squeal. __________________ 2013 F13 ///M6 Coupe - Singapore Grey 20" ADV.1 5.0 MV1SL with Pirelli Pzero's Custom Painted Grill, side markers and tinted front reflectors, Dinan Stage 1.
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EuroKar Banned 52 Rep 664 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Temecula California iTrader: (0)	Best thing to do is what Dentaltech said. Wax your wheels. I like Hawk performance brake pads a lot. They break well, quiet and very low dust.
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ice7 Captain 371 Rep 915 Posts Drives: ///M's Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Northern VA iTrader: (4) Garage List 2014 BMW M5 Comp [0.00] 2015 BMW X5M [0.00] 2022 BMW M5 CS [0.00]	I use Armor Wheel Protectant on both sets of wheels. Doesn't completely eliminate the dust but helps a lot.
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noushy ///M Fan 1657 Rep 1,490 Posts Drives: M8 Comp, X5M Comp, iX M60 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Orchard Lake, Mi iTrader: (1)	I did the low dust carbotech pads cost me $600 plus $200 install and after two weeks of bedding in the steal is gone and much much less dust. Performance seems similar maybe a bit less grabby at first bite. Noushy __________________ 2019 BMW X5 50i Mineral White/Tartufo all options including M Sport 2022 Porsche 911 C4S Silver/Brown 2023 BMW iX M60 Black Sapphire/Amido, Titanium Bronze trim/22 2023 Audi RS6 Avant Daytona Gray/Black 2024 BMW X5M Comp Brooklyn Gray/Taruma Brown, Titanium Exhaust on order
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bigbrian riding on rails 117 Rep 655 Posts Drives: 2o13 m6 f13 Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: wichita kansas iTrader: (0)	I am planning to have my dark blue calipers powder coated another color so this is a good time to swap out the pads. I appreciate the recommendation and experiences of these pads guys! Brian
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FalconFlyer Private First Class 13 Rep 101 Posts Drives: 2014 BMW M6 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Tampa Florida iTrader: (0)	I have no issues with brake dust... I wipe them off (with a simple rag) about once per week and even then it is not bad... simple solution: http://www.chemicalguys.com/Chemical..._p/wac_303.htm __________________ 2016 X6M 2016 X5M 2016 750i
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bigbrian riding on rails 117 Rep 655 Posts Drives: 2o13 m6 f13 Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: wichita kansas iTrader: (0)	I sent the company an email asking if they have black pads -- waiting on answer. Yes, definitely send over a pic of yours! Thanks! Brian __________________ /// 2o13 m6 f13 . jb4 tuned . meth injected . msr intake . 21" adv1 wheels . eisenmann race w/ catless DPs . vorsteiner full aero . accuair e-level w/ bagged KW V3 struts . dinan sways . bel stir+ w/ alp jammer . jl audio subs /// 2o13 x5m e70 . velos tuned . 22" adv1 wheels . dropped on kw variant3 coilovers . passport 9500ci radar & jammer. gets groceries fast
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bigbrian riding on rails 117 Rep 655 Posts Drives: 2o13 m6 f13 Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: wichita kansas iTrader: (0)	I heard back from Carbotech and they said they will paint the pads any color you like (well any color they have available). I am going to go ahead and order them in black. I also placed an order for a couple containers of the Chemical Guys Wheel Guard (as suggested). Hopefully with the new combo any dust that does come off will slide it's ass right off the wheel. lol. Thanks again guys! Brian __________________ /// 2o13 m6 f13 . jb4 tuned . meth injected . msr intake . 21" adv1 wheels . eisenmann race w/ catless DPs . vorsteiner full aero . accuair e-level w/ bagged KW V3 struts . dinan sways . bel stir+ w/ alp jammer . jl audio subs /// 2o13 x5m e70 . velos tuned . 22" adv1 wheels . dropped on kw variant3 coilovers . passport 9500ci radar & jammer. gets groceries fast
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