Brake pad recommendations

Estes06

Estes06

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I'm planning on replacing my front and rear brake pads and rotors soon. They front brake pads have been recently replaced but it was before I owned the vehicle. I suspect they are cheap pads because the brake dust is unreal. Before I order anything for it, I just wanted to see what opinions or recommendations people have for brake pads. I need decent performance but also low brake dust. Its a 2011 mazdaspeed 3. Its never going to the track. Just some occasional spirited driving on the streets. Also was curious if anyone has had to replace their ABS motor. I've got a ABS light on with a C0020. My diagnosis has led me to a failed/failing ABS motor. I found a mazda service bulletin 04-002/13. The part I need is BFY4-43-7AZB. The only problem is that NOBODY has the part. And it appears that nobody will have it until July this year. My fear is that i'll have to take a risk with a used module. Anyway, Thanks in advance for your input!
 
You can continue to drive the car till July, ABS malfunction light just means the system shuts down and you have good old fashion just brakes. If you plan on keeping the car or this is a project for you, I would suggest waiting for the good part.

I have been putting NAPA AdaptiveONE pads on a lot of daily cars for a while. They have good initial bite, wear extremely even (provided you service your pins regularly), and are dead quiet. The brake dust is minimal and is a lighter colour. I believe they are only available for the rear of the MS3 unfortunately (and nothing for the MS6:(). That is about the only real brand suggestion I have for you.
Otherwise, if you opt for a ceramic pad you will get one that performs well on the street and has lower dusting as an extra benefit.
 
That's my plan. It is a daily driver. I swap between my MS3 and my Hemi powered Jeep Grand Cherokee. I'll just wait for the new ABS module. I looked into the NAPA AdaptiveONE pads and you are correct. I can only find them available for the rear. Anyone have any opinions on the CorkSport brake pads? The reviews are mostly positive on their website and everyone appears content with the amount of brake dust and stopping power they provide. Not to mention that they are reasonably priced.
 
I use the powerstop from rock auto. Good bite and low dust I like them on the street I don't know how much they would fade on the track
 
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