So would you recommend getting the OEM ones (Ferodo DS2500) instead? They are more expensive but if you say the Z26 are crappy pads, then it might end up costing more to replace them. I'm a spirited driver so the pads I need are not just for regular daily driving. Need something that can bring me to a stop from a pull on the autobahn. I will have a separate set of track duty pads.
I ran a set of the OE pads when I first installed the Brembos. They actually held up pretty well to some track use. The other advantage of these is they are quiet. A track focused pad will most likely squeal around town.
the DS2500 dust HEAVILY. but are otherwise lovely pads on street and on HPDE-efforts.
As long as the dust isn't corrosive/harsh on the finish, I don't really mind since the stock pads for the 4 piston's dust a lot too. The dust comes right of though even when left for months so not an issue. If the DS2500 pads are like that too, I might use those instead.
Honestly, I don't remember what I bought last time for street pads? However, I did leave the DTC-70s in for now. Working from home most days and as the weather warms I drive the GT Vert a bit some too, so the Eco doesn't see that many street miles now.
If you want good stopping power, yes. If you are after no dust then the Z26's are OK
Stock PP = DS2500, dust washes right off.