Does anyone know where I can get drilled /grooved brake discs, and suitable pads to fit a 2000/2001 3.2 x308 exec. at reasonable cost in UK. I have searched many manufacturers and stockists, but they all seem to omit the 3.2 in their vehicle lists for non standard discs. Any help would be invaluable. Many thanks in anticipation.

Richy_Jsy

 

They are the same as for the 4.0 ,non XJR. Try EBC grooved discs with Yellowstuff pads or Mintex if the budget is tight.

 

"They are the same as for the 4.0 ,non XJR."
Are the pads the same also, as I shall use the original calipers.

 

Don't spend an extra penny on drilled or grooved rotors unless you're simply looking for an appearance 'bling' item.

 

Hello Richy....Hmmmm, drilled and grooved discs.....and Jersey...doesn't seem to work somehow ;o))
You would be far better sticking with standard discs, much cheaper and are perfectly capable of stopping your car.
Chassis is exactly the same an no SC 4.0 litre.
You can go for better pads of which a number are available...Mintex...i prefer Akebonos but they may not be asy to aquire in your area.

 

i am trying to find akebono in u/k not easy so looks like mintex pads will be going on what is the "dust" situation like on them. pads i have on at mo do not know brand having to wheels daily to keep them clean

 

Company named FCP Premium Auto Parts in the US stock Akebono for all XJ8's, front pads are about $75 plus shipping.

 

Try EBC Yellowstuff, they are British made(I have them on all corners and are biting very well from cold)!Yellowstuff Fastest Street, Trackday and Drift racing pads - EBC Brakes

 

Try the Mintex ceramic types or as has been suggested go for EBC Yello Stuff.
Both these are pretty low dust equivelants.
The carbon dust is usually from cheap generic pads....I had this problem until I changed over to Akebonos....marvellous, no dust!
They take a little bedding in and don't appreciably wear the discs any more than others.
I have 76,000klm on the pads and they arte only half worn.
I had to import mine from US a couple of years ago.
You can also get them from Amazon.

 

thanks xjay8 what company did you order off and what part no. are there do you know so I can order correct ones

 

Hi xjay8. Thanks for your help and advice. However, I'm starting to get a little confused. Some in the forum say Redstuff are too dusty, Yellowstuff are ok. But EBC say that yellowstuff is NOT rated as low dust, and for a low dust pad, Redstuff should be used. So guys, which is best for low dust, fast street use? Meanwhile, anybody got a spare anchor I can sling out of the back door window in emergencies?

 

You don't want Redstuff , believe me (they are bad for the RWD cars)! EBC replaced mines with Yellowstuff as they killed my new discs. I don't see much dust on my wheels, but it's up to you.

 

I tried the red stuff, threw them in the garbage can.

using Akebonos now, very happy.

I do not use my car as a formula 1 car, just spirited daily driving. No problems for me.

 

Thank you all for your continuing input guys. I have always been a believer that no matter what the advertisers say, the users always know better. So, it will be normal discs, with Yellowstuff, or Akebono pads.
Keep it up guys, proud to be numbered amongst you.