Performance Friction
PFC Brake Pads 0278.XX.17.44
$164.95
Performance Friction PFC 0278.XX.17.44 E30 Front - 08 and 11 Compound
The PFC 0278 brake pad fits the BMW Spec E30 front axle and is available in both the 08 and 11 compounds. The 08 (endurance) compound is most popular in endurance applications such as ChampCar in an 8 hour race. The 11 (sprint) compund has dominated the NASA Spec E30 podiums since it's inception.
Performance Friction PFC 0278.XX.17.44 E30 Front Details:
Manufacturer: Performance Friction (PFC)
Manufacturer part number 08 Compound: 0278.08.17.44
Manufacturer part number 11 compound: 0278.11.17.44
Fits BMW E-30 Front: Yes
Fits BMW E-30 M3 Front: No
Thickness of backing plate and pad material: 17mm
0278.08.17.44 (08 Compound)
One of PFC's most popular compounds which came to fame in Endurance Sportscar and GT racing due to its performance in applications where smooth initial bite is a must. PFC08 has a slight friction rise with temperature, excellent release and modulation characteristics. Despite its considerable performance, 08 has the lowest wear rate of all PFC compounds and can easily match the wear characteristics of the other competitors' materials but with much higher bite and consistent performance across a broad temperature range
0278.11.17.44 (11 Compound)
A new generation sprint and medium distance friction: the ultimate in control with superior disc conditioning. Developed from 01 compound with improved bite, modulation, and release characteristics. It is ultra smooth and developed to reduce wheel locking at the end of braking while giving more cold and hot bite than the endurance oriented 08 compound. Brake with confidence; brake with ultimate control and modulation.
Performance Friction
PFC Brake Pads 0279.XX.16.44
$153.95
0279.11.16.44 (11 Compound)
A new generation sprint and medium distance friction: the ultimate in control with superior disc conditioning. Developed from 01 compound with improved bite, modulation, and release characteristics. It is ultra smooth and developed to reduce wheel locking at the end of braking while giving more cold and hot bite than the endurance oriented 08 compound. Brake with confidence; brake with ultimate control and modulation.0279.08.16.44 (08 Compound)
One of PFC's most popular compounds which came to fame in Endurance Sportscar and GT racing due to its performance in applications where smooth initial bite is a must. PFC08 has a slight friction rise with temperature, excellent release and modulation characteristics. Despite its considerable performance, 08 has the lowest wear rate of all PFC compounds and can easily match the wear characteristics of the other competitors' materials but with much higher bite and consistent performance across a broad temperature range.
Performance Friction
PFC Brake Pads 0394.XX.20.44
from $373.95
0394.11.20.44 (11 Compound)
A new generation sprint and medium distance friction: the ultimate in control with superior disc conditioning. Developed from 01 compound with improved bite, modulation, and release characteristics. It is ultra smooth and developed to reduce wheel locking at the end of braking while giving more cold and hot bite than the endurance oriented 08 compound. Brake with confidence; brake with ultimate control and modulation.  0394.08.20.44 (08 Compound)
One of PFC's most popular compounds which came to fame in Endurance Sportscar and GT racing due to its performance in applications where smooth initial bite is a must. PFC08 has a slight friction rise with temperature, excellent release and modulation characteristics. Despite its considerable performance, 08 has the lowest wear rate of all PFC compounds and can easily match the wear characteristics of the other competitors' materials but with much higher bite and consistent performance across a broad temperature range.
0394.331.20.44 (331 Compound)
331 is the next generation of PFC endurance material. Improved control with ABS, and gentle on discs. The 331 Carbon Metallic ® compound has been developed with higher initial bite than PFC’s renowned 08 endurance compound. The 331 has improved release, and continues to offer exceptional control and feel. It boasts low wear rate and exceptional disc conditioning.
Performance Friction
PFC Brake Pads 0396.XX.17.44
from $274.95
0396.11.17.44 (11 Compound)
A new generation sprint and medium distance friction compound, offering the ultimate in control with superior disc conditioning. Developed from 01 compound with improved bite, modulation, and release characteristics. It is ultra smooth and developed to reduce wheel locking at the end of a stop while giving more cold and hot bite than the endurance-oriented 08 compound. Brake with confidence; brake with ultimate control and modulation.
0396.08.17.44 (08 Compound)
One of PFC's most popular compounds, the 08 came to fame in Endurance Sports Car and GT racing due to its performance in applications where smooth initial bite is a must. PFC 08 has a slight friction rise with temperature, with excellent release and modulation characteristics. Despite its considerable performance, 08 has the lowest wear rate of all PFC compounds and can easily match the wear characteristics of competitors' endurance materials but with much higher bite and more consistent performance across a broad temperature range.
0396.332.17.44 (332 Compound)
332 has been formulated with lower bite and torque for rear applications. With smooth release, the 332 offers excellent stability and control. The 332 has been designed to work with ABS applications, and has exceptionally low wear rates
FITS:
BMW E30 M3
BMW E36 M3
BMW E46 M3
Performance Friction
PFC Brake Pads 0458.08.13.44 REAR
$159.95
0458.08.13.44 (08 Compound)
One of PFC's most popular compounds which came to fame in Endurance Sportscar and GT racing due to its performance in applications where smooth initial bite is a must. PFC08 has a slight friction rise with temperature, excellent release and modulation characteristics. Despite its considerable performance, 08 has the lowest wear rate of all PFC compounds and can easily match the wear characteristics of the other competitors' materials but with much higher bite and consistent performance across a broad temperature range.
Fits Mazda Miata, 1990-93, Rear
Performance Friction
PFC Brake Pads 0525.08.14.44 FRONT
$189.26
0525.08.14.44 (08 Compound)
One of PFC's most popular compounds which came to fame in Endurance Sportscar and GT racing due to its performance in applications where smooth initial bite is a must. PFC08 has a slight friction rise with temperature, excellent release and modulation characteristics. Despite its considerable performance, 08 has the lowest wear rate of all PFC compounds and can easily match the wear characteristics of the other competitors' materials but with much higher bite and consistent performance across a broad temperature range.
Fits Mazda Miata, 1990-93, Front 
Performance Friction
PFC Brake Pads 0548.XX.16.44
from $296.95
The PFC 0548.11.16.44 and PFC 0548.08.18.44 have dominated the NASA Spec E46 class since inception. The PFC 0548 pad shape fits the rear axle of the E46 (non-M) chassis and comes in two popular compounds, the 08 and 11.
0548.11.16.44 (11 Compound)
A new generation sprint and medium distance friction: the ultimate in control with superior disc conditioning. Developed from 01 compound with improved bite, modulation, and release characteristics. It is ultra smooth and developed to reduce wheel locking at the end of braking while giving more cold and hot bite than the endurance oriented 08 compound. Brake with confidence; brake with ultimate control and modulation. 0548.08.16.44 (08 Compound)
One of PFC's most popular compounds which came to fame in Endurance Sportscar and GT racing due to its performance in applications where smooth initial bite is a must. PFC08 has a slight friction rise with temperature, excellent release and modulation characteristics. Despite its considerable performance, 08 has the lowest wear rate of all PFC compounds and can easily match the wear characteristics of the other competitors' materials but with much higher bite and consistent performance across a broad temperature range.
Performance Friction
PFC Brake Pads 0558.08.18.44
$307.95
PFC Brake Pads 0558.08.18.44 (08 Compound)
One of PFC's most popular compounds which came to fame in Endurance Sportscar and GT racing due to its performance in applications where smooth initial bite is a must. PFC08 has a slight friction rise with temperature, excellent release and modulation characteristics. Despite its considerable performance, 08 has the lowest wear rate of all PFC compounds and can easily match the wear characteristics of the other competitors' materials but with much higher bite and consistent performance across a broad temperature range.
Performance Friction
PFC Brake Pads 0635.XX.13.44 FRONT
from $186.95
PFC Brake Pads 0635.97.13.44 (97 Compound)
A favorite since its debut, Performance Friction 97-Compound Racing Braking Pads continue to impress, winning numerous races in CART, ALMS, Grand Am, ASA, and Club Races everywhere. The 97-Compound has less initial bite and torque then the 01, while offering great modulation, a very flat torque curve, and excellent release characteristics. A naturally low-wearing pad, the 97 compound is popular in the endurance circuits and amongst Club Racers and Track-Day enthusiasts.
PFC Brake Pads 0635.08.13.44 (08 Compound)
One of PFC's most popular compounds which came to fame in Endurance Sportscar and GT racing due to its performance in applications where smooth initial bite is a must. PFC08 has a slight friction rise with temperature, excellent release and modulation characteristics. Despite its considerable performance, 08 has the lowest wear rate of all PFC compounds and can easily match the wear characteristics of the other competitors' materials but with much higher bite and consistent performance across a broad temperature range.
PFC Brake Pads 0635.11.13.44 (11 Compound)
Based on the out-going 01-compound, Performance Friction's 11-compound takes the same great high-bite and torque but with even better rotor and pad wear characteristics and improved bite, modulation, and release. Exhibiting a very high initial bite and torque, very little temperature induced torque rise follows. Less torque scatter exists for improved modulation with excellent release, helping to eliminate wheel lock at the end of a stop.
Fits Mazda Miata (94-05), Front
Performance Friction
PFC Brake Pads 0636.XX.13.44 REAR
from $175.95
PFC Brake Pads 0636.97.13.44 (97 Compound)
A favorite since its debut, Performance Friction 97-Compound Racing Braking Pads continue to impress, winning numerous races in CART, ALMS, Grand Am, ASA, and Club Races everywhere. The 97-Compound has less initial bite and torque then the 01, while offering great modulation, a very flat torque curve, and excellent release characteristics. A naturally low-wearing pad, the 97 compound is popular in the endurance circuits and amongst Club Racers and Track-Day enthusiasts.
PFC Brake Pads 0636.11.13.44 (11 Compound)
Based on the outgoing 01-compound, Performance Friction's 11-compound takes the same great high-bite and torque but with even better rotor and pad wear characteristics and improved bite, modulation, and release. Exhibiting a very high initial bite and torque, very little temperature induced torque rise follows. Less torque scatter exists for improved modulation with excellent release, helping to eliminate wheel lock at the end of a stop.
Fits Mazda Miata (94-05), Front
Performance Friction
PFC Brake Pads 0738.XX.16.44 REAR
$373.95
PFC 11 COMPOUND
A new generation sprint and medium distance friction: the ultimate in control with superior disc conditioning. Developed from 01 compound with improved bite, modulation, and release characteristics. It is ultra smooth and developed to reduce wheel locking at the end of braking while giving more cold and hot bite than the endurance oriented 08 compound. Brake with confidence; brake with ultimate control and modulation.
PFC 08 COMPOUND
One of PFC's most popular compounds which came to fame in Endurance Sportscar and GT racing due to its performance in applications where smooth initial bite is a must. PFC08 has a slight friction rise with temperature, excellent release and modulation characteristics. Despite its considerable performance, 08 has the lowest wear rate of all PFC compounds and can easily match the wear characteristics of the other competitors' materials but with much higher bite and consistent performance across a broad temperature range.
FITMENT (Iron Rotors Only)
Most Porsche 986, 987, 996, & 997 Rear Calipers
Performance Friction
PFC Brake Pads 0776.XX.17.44 FRONT
$384.95
PFC 11 COMPOUND
A new generation sprint and medium distance friction: the ultimate in control with superior disc conditioning. Developed from 01 compound with improved bite, modulation, and release characteristics. It is ultra smooth and developed to reduce wheel locking at the end of braking while giving more cold and hot bite than the endurance oriented 08 compound. Brake with confidence; brake with ultimate control and modulation.
PFC 08 COMPOUND
One of PFC's most popular compounds which came to fame in Endurance Sportscar and GT racing due to its performance in applications where smooth initial bite is a must. PFC08 has a slight friction rise with temperature, excellent release and modulation characteristics. Despite its considerable performance, 08 has the lowest wear rate of all PFC compounds and can easily match the wear characteristics of the other competitors' materials but with much higher bite and consistent performance across a broad temperature range.
FITMENT (Iron Rotors Only)
Most Porsche 986, 987, 996, and 997 Front Calipers
Performance Friction
PFC Brake Pads 0776.XX.17.44 REAR
$384.95
PFC 11 COMPOUND
A new generation sprint and medium distance friction: the ultimate in control with superior disc conditioning. Developed from 01 compound with improved bite, modulation, and release characteristics. It is ultra smooth and developed to reduce wheel locking at the end of braking while giving more cold and hot bite than the endurance oriented 08 compound. Brake with confidence; brake with ultimate control and modulation.
PFC 08 COMPOUND
One of PFC's most popular compounds which came to fame in Endurance Sportscar and GT racing due to its performance in applications where smooth initial bite is a must. PFC08 has a slight friction rise with temperature, excellent release and modulation characteristics. Despite its considerable performance, 08 has the lowest wear rate of all PFC compounds and can easily match the wear characteristics of the other competitors' materials but with much higher bite and consistent performance across a broad temperature range.
FITMENT (Iron Rotors Only)
PORSCHE 996 GT3 / RS / CUP, REAR
Performance Friction
PFC Brake Pads 0918.XX.19.44
from $318.95
0918.11.19.44 (11 Compound)
A new generation sprint and medium distance friction: the ultimate in control with superior disc conditioning. Developed from 01 compound with improved bite, modulation, and release characteristics. It is ultra smooth and developed to reduce wheel locking at the end of braking while giving more cold and hot bite than the endurance oriented 08 compound. Brake with confidence; brake with ultimate control and modulation.  0918.08.19.44 (08 Compound)
One of PFC's most popular compounds which came to fame in Endurance Sportscar and GT racing due to its performance in applications where smooth initial bite is a must. PFC08 has a slight friction rise with temperature, excellent release and modulation characteristics. Despite its considerable performance, 08 has the lowest wear rate of all PFC compounds and can easily match the wear characteristics of the other competitors' materials but with much higher bite and consistent performance across a broad temperature range.
FITS:
BMW E9x M3
Performance Friction
PFC Brake Pads 0919.XX.16.44
from $252.95
0919.11.16.44 (11 Compound)
A new generation sprint and medium distance friction: the ultimate in control with superior disc conditioning. Developed from 01 compound with improved bite, modulation, and release characteristics. It is ultra smooth and developed to reduce wheel locking at the end of braking while giving more cold and hot bite than the endurance oriented 08 compound. Brake with confidence; brake with ultimate control and modulation.0919.08.16.44 (08 Compound)
One of PFC's most popular compounds which came to fame in Endurance Sportscar and GT racing due to its performance in applications where smooth initial bite is a must. PFC08 has a slight friction rise with temperature, excellent release and modulation characteristics. Despite its considerable performance, 08 has the lowest wear rate of all PFC compounds and can easily match the wear characteristics of the other competitors' materials but with much higher bite and consistent performance across a broad temperature range.
FITS:
BMW E9x M3
Performance Friction
PFC Brake Pads 1299.XX.18.44 REAR
$490.00
PFC 11 COMPOUND
A new generation sprint and medium-distance friction compound, giving you the ultimate in control with superior disc conditioning. Developed from the PFC 01 compound with improved bite, modulation, and release characteristics. It is ultra smooth, developed to reduce wheel locking at the end of a stop while giving more cold and hot bite than the endurance oriented PFC 08 compound.  PFC 08 COMPOUND
One of PFC's most popular compounds which came to fame in Endurance Sports Car and GT racing due to its performance in applications where smooth initial bite is a must. PFC 08 has a slight friction rise with temperature, excellent release and modulation characteristics. Despite its considerable performance, PFC 08 has the lowest wear rate of all PFC compounds and can easily match the wear characteristics of competitors' materials but with much higher bite and consistent performance across a broad temperature range.
PFC 332 COMPOUND
332 has been formulated with lower bite and torque for rear applications.With smooth release, the 332 offers excellent stability and control.The 332 has been designed to work with ABS applications, and has exceptionally low wear rates.
FITMENT (Iron Rotors Only)
997 & 997.2 GT3/GT3RS
997 & 997.2 Turbo
996 GT3 
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