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EBC Redstuff rear brake pads

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EBC Rear Brake Pads – 01–03 BMW 525i / 97–00 528i / 01–03 530i

by EBC
SKU EBCDP31091C
$67.85 USD - $183.64 USD
$183.64 USD
$67.85 USD - $183.64 USD
$183.64 USD
Compound: Redstuff

Lead Time: Good: 1-2 Days


Est. Ship By: Tuesday, November 10 if ordered in: ::

Est. Delivery: Thursday, November 12 - Monday, November 16


These estimates are based on recent lead times for this item and are not guaranteed. We will contact you if your order will be outside this estimate.

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Explore common maintenance and service items recommended.

Street Brake Fluids:

Racing/Hi Temp Fluids:

Caliper Temp Strips: Wide Band Temp Strips

Rotor Temp Paint: Genesis Temp Paint

For ✔guaranteed fit (only applicable if you buy direct from Alconkits.com) check our certified applications below:

Verified EasySearch YMM applications — rear axle, product-level union.

BMW 525i 2001–2003

BMW 528i 1997–2000

BMW 530i 2001–2003

BMW 540i 1997–2003

Confirm the physical pad shape and brake package in Step 1; YMM is product-level, not proof that every variant fits every vehicle.

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Choose the EBC rear brake-pad compound that suits your driving. Fitment below is verified against the EasySearch YMM dataset.

Step 1 — Confirm your brake package

These EBC source records are rear axle pads with shared YMM applications and matching DP shape families. Select the correct physical pad outline and rear caliper package for your vehicle; the YMM union is product-level and does not prove each option fits every tagged vehicle.

Verified vehicle/model/year coverage:

  • BMW 525i 2001–2003
  • BMW 528i 1997–2000
  • BMW 530i 2001–2003
  • BMW 540i 1997–2003

Step 2 — Choose your EBC compound

  • Redstuff (EBCDP31091C): ceramic street-performance compound for road use with reduced dust.
  • Greenstuff (EBCDP21091): street-oriented compound for everyday and spirited road driving.
  • Ultimax2 (EBCUD1239): OE-style road replacement for normal daily driving.

Compound changes friction characteristics, not the required physical pad fitment.

Step 3 — Verify shape and SKU

Compare the backing-plate profile, retention details and EBC part number against the installed rear pads before ordering: EBCDP31091C, EBCDP21091, EBCUD1239.

Installation, bedding and FAQs

Inspect rotors, calipers and hardware; follow the exact compound’s included bedding procedure. Do not interchange front and rear pads.

Does the compound affect which caliper fits? No; pad shape and brake package determine fitment.

Do the YMM tags guarantee every compound? No; confirm your exact installed brake package and SKU.

Why Choose EBC Brake Pads?

EBC offers road and performance-oriented compounds to match the way you drive. AlconKits provides specialist performance-braking knowledge to help customers choose the appropriate pad compound and correct physical configuration.

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Our catalog ranges from ~$100 to $500+ per axle. Every tier has excellent options — this helps us match you to realistic choices.
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⚠️ These recommendations are based on your stated usage profile. Availability varies by vehicle — use our year/make/model fitment lookup to confirm compatibility. Questions? Contact our team.

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