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Old May 18th, 2019, 22:50   #10
ommony
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Originally Posted by Tony500 View Post
Brembo discs and bendix pads fitted.... Work a treat and much better than the crap that was fitted. Don't see why genuine is always better? Has there been a test? I best some people say genuine Volvo ect but don't batter an eyelid paying for part worn tyres or budgets.

Btw not a dig at you.....
I would agree. Genuine isn't necessarily 'best' but it is certainly a safe choice. When Volvo, or any manufacturer, specs out parts they have to consider performance, longevity, cost, etc etc. Lots goes into it, and obviously Volvo isn't one to skimp on safety-related equipment, but that doesn't mean there aren't better things out there. I'd wager that the Brembo discs/EBC Yellowstuff pads combo I mentioned previously would out-perform the genuine Volvo stuff, but the longevity wouldn't be as good.

I'm sure your Brembo discs and Bendix pads will be absolutely fine.
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