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[Andy A]

Any reason why I shouldn't use Brembo or Mintex discs + pads on the front and rear?

[RobG]

Any reason why I shouldn't use Brembo or Mintex discs + pads on the front and rear?

VX for fronts Andy, whatever on the rears

[Andy A]

Any reason why I shouldn't use Brembo or Mintex discs + pads on the front and rear?

VX for fronts Andy, whatever on the rears

Any particular reason Rob?

[Elite Pete]

Any reason why I shouldn't use Brembo or Mintex discs + pads on the front and rear?

VX for fronts Andy, whatever on the rears

Any particular reason Rob?

Experience really Andy, there have been most makes tried over the years the forum has been running and as Rob says, genuine front discs and pads for the front and whatever for the rear. The Omega is a big heavy car and the genuine fronts last longer and cope better

[Andy A]

Any reason why I shouldn't use Brembo or Mintex discs + pads on the front and rear?

VX for fronts Andy, whatever on the rears

Any particular reason Rob?

Experience really Andy, there have been most makes tried over the years the forum has been running and as Rob says, genuine front discs and pads for the front and whatever for the rear. The Omega is a big heavy car and the genuine fronts last longer and cope better

I will listen to the voice of experience without question in the future! 

Thanks Pete and Rob. 

[Andy A]

Any reason why I shouldn't use Brembo or Mintex discs + pads on the front and rear?

VX for fronts Andy, whatever on the rears

Took your advice Rob and ordered the VX front disc's + pads kit. 

When I unpacked the box, there was an opened packet that contained 4 bolts originally. Part number, GM 13441811. Two of the four bolts where missing.

Are these bolts suppose to be part of the kit or have they just found there way into the box?

[TheBoy]

I've tried Mintex discs and pads on mine a few years ago, threw away after a few months (including a skim, and replacement set), so good choice to avoid

You only get 2 bolts, as that's all that comes with the pad kit (as you only need to undo 1 bolt to change pads, although both to change disk).

OK to reuse old bolts though, with a fresh dab of threadlock

[Andy A]

If you buy the discs and pads together as a kit then why on earth don't they put 2 and 2 together and supply the 4 bolts.  It's a crazy world we live in.

Thanks for the heads up on the Mintex. Will avoid like the plauge.

At least I know that there should only be 2 bolts. 

[amba]

2 bolts come with all GM front brake pads as said you only need to undo 1 each side to swing caliper around to replace pads.Think they must box up pad/discs as a bulk buy set hence why you dont get 2 per side.

Dab of threadlock and jobs a good,n even if re usiing old bolts

[TheBoy]

Remember to degrease the discs before fitting. Sorry if that's teaching to suck eggs, but I've seen it done. Failure to degrease will result in no braking and contaminated pads.

Any degreaser will do - gunk, jizer, even brake cleaner.

[05omegav6]

Remember to degrease the discs before fitting. Sorry if that's teaching to suck eggs, but I've seen it done. Failure to degrease will result in no braking and contaminated pads.

Any degreaser will do - gunk, jizer, even brake cleaner.

Washing up liquid and a scourer even... cleaned off with kitchen roll

[Field Marshal Dr. Opti]

Pitted and worn front disc brakes threw up an advisory at the MOT a couple of weeks ago.

Without access to TC how much should I expect to pay for genuine GM discs and pads?

I hear that Mintex are poor but for £45  on Ebay, I'm tempted.

 

[05omegav6]

Disc and pad kits are typically £100 ish

[Field Marshal Dr. Opti]

Disc and pad kits are typically £100 ish

Thanks, Al. Maybe I can get a discount because they know me quite well at my local Vx dealer.

If I could get genuine GM for £70 I'd be happy.

[05omegav6]

No harm in asking... usually in stock too