pads+rotors... which ones?

[sixafterfour]

hey guy, i need to pads and rotors for my car, what should i be getting?
probably will be going to lordco or a place like that

[Viper3812]

Organic brake pads are good if you want minimal brake dust and bmpdesign has ATE rotors for a good price.

[pnosker]

I have Akebono Pro Act pads and they're nice with zimm drilled rotors

[1996 328ti]

Drilled are for looks.
I'd stick with stock rotors.
Just be sure they are quality.
I'd stay away from rotor/pad sets that are too cheap to be true.

There are dozens of pads to suggest.
Currently I run Carbotech Bobcats. They are pricey.
I'd also suggest Ultimate Axxis.
Ask 12 people and you will get 12 answers.

[sixafterfour]

Ah well i went down to napa and checked some prices
i also asked about the 325 calipers, $100 each
so i figure i might aswell upgrade my brakes too.

so does it matter what year calipers i get for my car? or are they all the same

[1996 328ti]

Originally Posted by sixafterfour

so does it matter what year calipers i get for my car? or are they all the same

Calipers need to match the rotors.

Front solid rotors to 4/98.
After 4/98, vented.

Rear, no changes.

[momorugger]

EBC green stuff pads are good, or if you are more serious, red pads are the way to go.

[Marv17]

okay. i was looking for new pads for all 4 since they're getting low and squeaking a bit. however as i was looking at the ebc pads it mentioned two different diameter sizes. so i how do i find out what diameter rotors i have? its all stock.
should i go with the green or red pads?