d21x

I am looking for AP2 OEM front brake pads. Looks like the original part number is 45022-S2A-E50, but is being replaced with 45022-S2A-E51. Anyone know the difference?

I am looking for GG rated pads and from what I've searched it looks like the OEM AP2 is GG rated. I have the OEM CIVIC SI pad currently that replaced the AP1 pad and it is a FF rated pad.

Also saw that the Bendix CT-3 were possibly a GG rated pad.

Anyone know of other pads that are GG rated?

ExcelerateRep

I see the E50 as the correct oem part number. I haven't had any experience with Bendix pads, but I would recommend Stoptech pads as a great replacement. We have the Stoptech Street Performance pads available for $49.62. They offer increased performance over stock and will produce less dust and noise compared to other performance pads.
http://store.excelerateperformance.c.../i-380661.aspx

d21x

What friction rating is stamped on the pads "FF", "GG"?

zeroptzero

I've always liked my Carobtech 1521 pads , from what I've seen they are GG rated, no noise, very little dust, rotor friendly, good bit cold and hot. This is their street rated pad.

d21x

Looks like every brake pad is listed in the AMECA compliance list. They have several lists for different years.

The only problem is trying to find your pad on the list. What is stamped on the back of the pad is on the list, which is usually not the part number we would use to buy the pad.

http://www.ameca.org/publications-compliance-list/

From pictures of S2000 Stoptech Street Performance Pads they are a FF rated pad, which means less friction than OEM.

Bought OEM 06 S2000 pads they do not have any markings on the pad, so I can't tell if they are really GG rated.