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Stop from cold and keep stopping when the track heats up with EBC Bluestuff NDX front brake pads built for the BMW Z3.
Introduction
The EBC Bluestuff NDX DP51211NDX is a high friction sport and race brake pad designed for aggressive street driving and entry level trackday use. The pad material bites hard from cold and holds a progressive, controllable pedal feel through repeated stops, making it a common upgrade for BMW Z3 owners who drive fast on the street and occasionally lap a track.
Key Features
- DP51211NDX uses the high friction 0.52 Mu Bluestuff NDX compound for strong cold and hot bite
- NUCAP NRS hook bonding system between friction material and steel backing plate to resist pad to plate separation
- High volume Vee grooves that clear debris generated during track use
- Stable performance across a 0 to 550C (ambient to 1000F) operating range
- Fast bed in designed for quick transition from street to track and back
Fitment
| Vehicle Application | Position |
|---|---|
| 1999-2002 BMW Z3 | Front |
Specifications
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part Number | DP51211NDX |
| Brand | EBC Brakes |
| Friction Material | Bluestuff NDX high friction compound |
| Coefficient of Friction | 0.52 Mu |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0 to 550C (ambient to 1000F) |
| Position | Front |
| UPC | 889668096125 |
What's Included
- 1 set of EBC Bluestuff NDX DP51211NDX front brake pads (4 pads for two front calipers)
- Every DP51211NDX set ships as a complete front axle pair, ready to install without additional hardware
About EBC
EBC Brakes is a UK based manufacturer that designs and produces brake pads, rotors, and related braking components for street, performance, and racing applications. EBC engineers the DP51211NDX and the rest of its Bluestuff NDX line for drivers who want dependable street manners alongside genuine trackday capability.
FAQ
What is the DP51211NDX?
It is an EBC Bluestuff NDX front brake pad set built with a high friction 0.52 Mu compound for the 1999 to 2002 BMW Z3, designed to bite hard from cold and hold up during fast street driving and entry level track sessions.
Is this pad legal for daily street driving?
Yes, Bluestuff NDX is designed as a dual purpose street and trackday pad and is used by many owners as a daily driver pad on fast street cars, though it produces more dust and noise than a standard street compound.
How long do these pads typically last?
Street driven owners can expect 20,000 miles or more even under hard use, while track use requires inspection every 30 laps and replacement once friction material reaches about 3 mm.
Do these pads need a special bedding procedure?
Yes, EBC recommends 5 stops from 70 to 20 mph, a cooldown period, then 5 more stops from 80 to 20 mph, with gentle use for the first 200 miles before evaluating full stopping power.
Will this pad work with my stock calipers and rotors?
Yes, this pad is designed as a direct fit for the factory front caliper and rotor on the applicable BMW Z3, with no modification required.
Does this pad increase brake dust or noise compared to stock pads?
Some added dust and occasional noise is normal for a high friction sport compound, and this is consistent with other pads in this performance category.
What is the warranty on this brake pad?
EBC provides a 12 month or 10,000 mile limited warranty against defects in materials or workmanship, and the warranty does not cover normal wear or any use in racing, trackday events, or competition.
Can this pad be used on a car that also sees occasional club racing?
Bluestuff NDX is marketed for entry level trackday use, but EBC states there is no warranty coverage for any product used in racing or competition, so treat track use as warranty exempt.
Installation Instructions
- Confirm the vehicle is a 1999 to 2002 BMW Z3 with the factory front caliper and rotor.
- Raise the vehicle safely and remove the front wheels.
- Remove the caliper and retract the piston according to the vehicle service manual.
- Remove the worn front pads and inspect the rotor surface for flatness and wear.
- Install the new EBC Bluestuff NDX DP51211NDX pads with any supplied shims in the correct orientation.
- Reinstall the caliper, torque all fasteners to factory specification, and reinstall the wheels.
- Pump the brake pedal to seat the pads before moving the vehicle.
- Bed the pads in with 5 stops from 70 to 20 mph, allow a cooldown period, then perform 5 more stops from 80 to 20 mph.
- Drive gently for the first 200 miles while brake performance stabilizes.
Prop 65 Warning
WARNING: This product can expose you to a chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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