What did you do to your Emira today?

[kitkat]

I do believe @kitkat later posted that he did ultimately get the backing plates to fit.

Correct, I got the backing plates to fit and they still make a bit of sound. It's nowhere nearly like a track pad but a small bit of noise, I'm absolutely not bothered by it at all. I also recognize that some people associate brake squeal with brakes that are worn out, I associate them with aggressive track pads.

 

[T6061]

Correct, I got the backing plates to fit and they still make a bit of sound. It's nowhere nearly like a track pad but a small bit of noise, I'm absolutely not bothered by it at all. I also recognize that some people associate brake squeal with brakes that are worn out, I associate them with aggressive track pads.

Thanks for the clarification Kitkat! Sorry I missed that detail!!

 

[netsinah]

My experience as well. Still need to clean as often...a tad easier...still takes as much time. Still thinking gunmetal wheels to mask the dust. Has anyone managed to get the Red Stuff pads installed without removing the backing plate? KitKat seemed to think that might be why he has the bit of noise he is experiencing. Hard to imagine that a pad sold as compatible with the Evora/Emira would require modification to fit...

I've had success with aftermarket rims on other vehicles, which are gun metal in color, making brake dust less visible. That's one reason the Aerie V2 rims I just ordered a few days ago, are gun metal. I doubt I'll have them in time to put on my extra set of tires, given the fast approaching winter season where I am, versus their production and shipping times. I'll likely post photos on the Aerie rim thread, once the tires are on the rims/vehicle, if anyone's interested in seeing them.

If anyone is interested in how my deal with Aerie worked (ie. price-wise), shoot me a PM on the Forum.

 

[Last ICE]

Correct, I got the backing plates to fit and they still make a bit of sound. It's nowhere nearly like a track pad but a small bit of noise, I'm absolutely not bothered by it at all. I also recognize that some people associate brake squeal with brakes that are worn out, I associate them with aggressive track pads.

I fall a bit more into the worn out camp but after reading dust-related posts and seeing pics of the copious amounts spewed - especially as it shows on silver wheels - made the choice easy.

 

[Atlantis Blue Emira]

Took it out for a spin and a flatbed

Alternator malfunction at exactly 1,000 miles

 

[Time2Fly]

Like @Atlantis Blue Emira I too decided to have a leisurely turn.

ODB/MX indicates all ignition coils have failed as have some of the indicator lights.

 

[Atlantis Blue Emira]

Like @Atlantis Blue Emira I too decided to have a leisurely turn.
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ODB/MX indicates all information coils have failed as have some of the indicator lights.

We should enter the monthly contest or start a thread for the best tow truck pics

 

[Time2Fly]

We should enter the monthly contest or start a thread for the best tow truck pics

@VL3X

 

[KCDarkV]

Ran over this stupid thing and got a flat in my right rear tyre. The good news is that the TPMS warned me and gave me plenty of time to pull over and fix it.

I used the included Fix and Go kit and it was a cinch. Took all of 5 minutes and I was back on my way home.

 

[Sandalwood]

Thanks for the clarification Kitkat! Sorry I missed that detail!!

Fortunately, since my car is still not here (but at least in the US now), I have nothing to do but remember the status of the backing plates of other folks' cars. COME ON, CAR!!!

 

[netsinah]

Ran over this stupid thing and got a flat in my right rear tyre. The good news is that the TPMS warned me and gave me plenty of time to pull over and fix it.

I used the included Fix and Go kit and it was a cinch. Took all of 5 minutes and I was back on my way home.


Nice to learn something new (I'd never heard of "Fix and Go" before). I see you can buy replacement canisters. After you've pumped the "gunk" into the tire, does that one use kill the canister and require replacement?

 

[R35_J]

Got rid of the stupid capacitive steering wheel buttons today.

 

[Blackthought_]

Got rid of the stupid capacitive steering wheel buttons today.View attachment 50576

How was install? How do you like them?

 

[R35_J]

How was install? How do you like them?

Honestly, install was way quicker than I thought. Was done in about 25 min taking my time. I like them way more, I kept hitting the buttons all the time.

- Disconnect battery
- remove airbag (removing the airbag takes 30 seconds, you just poke a small screwdriver on each side of the airbag to release the spring clips)
- pull off plastic trim
-now you can see the buttons.
-remove two screws from each button
-unplug buttons and pull them out
-install new buttons in reverse order (you don't need the screws for the new buttons)

 

[KCDarkV]

Yep. I’ll need to get a replacement. Very happy with how well the system worked, I can say that.

 

[EspritGuy]

We should enter the monthly contest or start a thread for the best tow truck pics

Emira Haul of Fame

 

[Time2Fly]

My dealer hasn't even looked at it. They have two in from last week with check engine lights that they haven't cleared.

 

[Last ICE]

Correct, I got the backing plates to fit and they still make a bit of sound. It's nowhere nearly like a track pad but a small bit of noise, I'm absolutely not bothered by it at all. I also recognize that some people associate brake squeal with brakes that are worn out, I associate them with aggressive track pads.

Something I’d sure appreciate your feedback on: some describe the stock brakes as “grabby”, and you’ve described the reds as being similar in performance as stock, so does that mean you think they have a similar degree of “grabbiness”? (I know that’s kinda nuanced)

 

[FlyNavy01]

My stock brakes squeal below 20mph about half the time I come to a stop. I've tried to re-bed them twice in the last 3000 miles but no improvement, so I ordered the EBC Reds from GRP about a month ago. Apparently they're special ordered so who knows when they'll arrive, but I'll keep the OEM pads for future canyon drives or an occasional track day, but this is mainly a weekend/street car for me so I think the reds will be fine performance wise compared to the OEM (Ferodo DS2500's?). I certainly want less dust and noise for my use case.

 

[kitkat]

Something I’d sure appreciate your feedback on: some describe the stock brakes as “grabby”, and you’ve described the reds as being similar in performance as stock, so does that mean you think they have a similar degree of “grabbiness”? (I know that’s kinda nuanced)

What you’re talking about is initial bite. The stock pads had a pretty high initial bite until they bed fully then they mellowed out (or I got used to it). The EBC Red stuff were very similar in initial bite and bedding in mellowing out.

As for performance, when I say this I mean overall braking power and how much braking you can do before the pad sublimates and starts to fade. I found the stock and EBC red stuff very similar in that regard. 5-7 hard braking zones has the pads starting to fade in both cases.