GSF Discs

[Pielight]

11 hours ago, Killysprint said:

I think you’ll be surprised and find that the front pads are the originals.

I changed mine at 34k ish miles and there weren’t at the wear indicators. I had lexus check the SH and there was no evidence of previous replacements. The original rears are still fine at 44k.

Oh right thanks…that’s very useful to know. I thought with all of the dust created, they must wear very quickly. At least I now know what I have fitted which will help when making comparisons to inform what I will get next.

[Pielight]

On 12/9/2021 at 12:08 PM, ColinBarber said:

I wouldn't recommend the Lexus pads because they can squeal and create a lot of dust. If you wanted to stick with Lexus genuine parts then you could go with the alternative pads that were made available for the RC F that some people had replaced under a TSB to stop squealing but for some reason Lexus GB didn't extend the TSB to the GS F (you just shouldn't put the car on a track with the alternative pads).

Personally I switched to EBC Red when I had my GS F, mainly to get rid of the low speed squeal but the lower dust was welcome as was the cost saving.

Nothing wrong with the Lexus discs, other than price. The Brembo aftermarket ones seem to be of the same quality as OEM, other than the anti-rust coating which has possibly been improved since Bluethunder purchased some (or there are different parts; some with and some without coatings).

Thanks… Strangely, when I first got the car the pads squealed quite badly, but after a little while it stopped more or less completely - the car had 19500 miles (now 30500). I believe the pads are original. The dust problem is certainly there. The EBC reds definitely seem a good option (presumably they come with wear detection and leads?).

The OEM discs at £250 may be worth the extra only to be be sure of getting the anti rust coating.

[ColinBarber]

6 hours ago, Pielight said:

The EBC reds definitely seem a good option (presumably they come with wear detection and leads?).

No they don't. But you just reuse the old ones provided you haven't worn your pads down enough to bring on the warning light - the system works by wearing away the detector, severing the wire connection inside, so if the pads haven't worn down to the minimum the old detector will be fine.

[ISF V8 JAY]

UPDATE.....

Discs have arrived!!!!!! that was quick considering they came from germany!

[MNMJ]

My original RC-F discs and pads are still healthy at 44000 miles. At least I think they are original, the first owner may have burned through a set in his 1500 miles...

 

[BillNick]

I can see a slight lip on my front discs and no doubt they are original with the car on 27,000 now.

Picking up a micrometer to measure the thickness and may replace them with the Brembo's listed on Autodoc.

@ISF V8 JAYassuming they are identical right? And did you incur any import charges?

Can't make my mind up on pads though. I want red stuff (due to lower dust) but I am thinking of going on track next year and EBC state they are street only.

Then there is yellow which are too dusty for everyday....

OEM expensive vs upgraded items AND too dusty...

*the pursuit of perfection lol

[hockeyedwards]

43 minutes ago, BillNick said:

Can't make my mind up on pads though. I want red stuff (due to lower dust) but I am thinking of going on track next year and EBC state they are street only.

Then there is yellow which are too dusty for everyday....

Get both, make the swap for the odd track day 😛 very easy DIY.

[BillNick]

True it is.

I will go with yellow and then swap out for the reds if the dust annoys me.

They are cheaper after all and we get 15% club discount so...

[Pielight]

4 hours ago, BillNick said:

I can see a slight lip on my front discs and no doubt they are original with the car on 27,000 now.

Picking up a micrometer to measure the thickness and may replace them with the Brembo's listed on Autodoc.

@ISF V8 JAYassuming they are identical right? And did you incur any import charges?

Can't make my mind up on pads though. I want red stuff (due to lower dust) but I am thinking of going on track next year and EBC state they are street only.

Then there is yellow which are too dusty for everyday....

OEM expensive vs upgraded items AND too dusty...

*the pursuit of perfection lol

I’ve 30500 and have a lip on my front discs too. Do you know what minimum (and standard thicknesses are?).

A mate of mine was slapped with £68 impost duty on a pair of exhaust cans (motorbike) from Poland as I remember (definitely EU state), so beware of that potential.

[BillNick]

Minimum thickness is 31mm down from 34mm out the box.

Not ordered anything from the EU since Brexit. I will expect duty and if not it’ll be a bonus.

[ISF V8 JAY]

6 hours ago, BillNick said:

I can see a slight lip on my front discs and no doubt they are original with the car on 27,000 now.

Picking up a micrometer to measure the thickness and may replace them with the Brembo's listed on Autodoc.

@ISF V8 JAYassuming they are identical right? And did you incur any import charges?

Can't make my mind up on pads though. I want red stuff (due to lower dust) but I am thinking of going on track next year and EBC state they are street only.

Then there is yellow which are too dusty for everyday....

OEM expensive vs upgraded items AND too dusty...

*the pursuit of perfection lol

Yeah they are exactly the same (grooved)

ive gone for the brembo pads too as I don’t do many miles anyway. (Ordered a whole back)
 

with the discount code I got the both for £147! Absolute bargain 

[ISF V8 JAY]

1 hour ago, BillNick said:

Minimum thickness is 31mm down from 34mm out the box.

Not ordered anything from the EU since Brexit. I will expect duty and if not it’ll be a bonus.

No taxes my end!!!!

[BillNick]

13 hours ago, ISF V8 JAY said:

ive gone for the brembo pads too as I don’t do many miles anyway. (Ordered a whole back)
 

with the discount code I got the both for £147! Absolute bargain 

Surely brembo pads are same as stock too? Hmmmm

[Pielight]

45 minutes ago, BillNick said:

Surely Brembo pads are same as stock too? Hmmmm

Think I read somewhere that they are different to what is sold by Lexus dealer.

[ISF V8 JAY]

1 hour ago, BillNick said:

Surely Brembo pads are same as stock too? Hmmmm

yes slightly different pad and apparently better. will keep you posted.

getting the F out in the wet making me feel uneasy 😞 

[BillNick]

Please do let us know what they are like. Could be onto a winner.... Though I like to think there is a reason other than profiteering for Lexus' price.

Have been VERY impressed with the TVD and traction control on my F these last couple of weeks - saves you but still keeps the 'fun' factor 😄

[hockeyedwards]

2 hours ago, ISF V8 JAY said:

getting the F out in the wet making me feel uneasy 😞

Errrr... I drove mine home on PSS tyres in snow/ slushed roads - that was squeaky bum time on the back roads and braking down hill to feel the car go light 🤣

The wet is childs play haha

[ColinBarber]

10 hours ago, BillNick said:

Surely Brembo pads are same as stock too? Hmmmm

Stock friction material isn't brembo (Galfer, material code 5032). Not sure about the aftermarket brembo pads, probably their own material.

[ISF V8 JAY]

Update....

discs all fitted.

no noises or squeaks!

happy days!

[Pielight]

13 hours ago, ISF V8 JAY said:

Update....

discs all fitted.

no noises or squeaks!

happy days!

That’s good news! Could you give another update in a month or two to report back on how you are finding them (including whether or not surface rust is an issue).

[BillNick]

Just ordered a pair as it’s 35% off today. £162 delivered for 2x front discs

[Pielight]

12 hours ago, BillNick said:

Just ordered a pair as it’s 35% off today. £162 delivered for 2x front discs

Which site did you end up ordering from….did you get pads too?

[BillNick]

Just discs from Autodoc

[ISF V8 JAY]

On 12/27/2021 at 8:30 AM, BillNick said:

Just ordered a pair as it’s 35% off today. £162 delivered for 2x front discs

They have gone up!!!!! i paid £147 all in!!!!