EBC Bluestuff NDX Front Brake Pads DP5002NDX for 1990–2000 Aston Martin Vantage 5.3L

Bluestuff NDX is a high friction sport and race material that can be used for aggressive street driving and certain types of track use. The material has had much success on the track with quality aftermarket calipers (Multi piston systems with better release and cooling and larger rotors) and limited success with street based calipers where pad size and caliper drag can challenge any brake material. The biggest advantage of EBC Bluestuff NDX is their bite from cold and progressive brake feel and the ability to bring a car to a complete stop. This has led to the ECE R90 brake safety regulation approval of R90 which is now completed and certificates are being obtained (during July 2011). There are certain older street based caliper systems where even the new Bluestuff will have trouble handling the caliper and slider drag inherent in the systems but this scenario is exactly the same for our competitors. There is NO material that will be PERFECT on the track in all older street based caliper systems.

• Chemical Interlayer Pad For Super Strong Pad Bond
• Deep V Grooves Catches Dirt Dust/Improves Venting
• Huge Lifetime Almost Double Previous EBC Products
• Surfaces Are Left Smooth And Not Scored
• Worlds First Street And True Track Pad
• Low Heat Transfer
• Easy On Rotors
• Great Release

Upgrade the braking performance of your 1990–2000 Aston Martin Vantage 5.3L with EBC Bluestuff NDX front brake pads, part number DP5002NDX. Developed for aggressive street driving and selected track applications, Bluestuff NDX combines strong cold bite, progressive pedal feel, and reliable stopping performance. The compound is designed for vehicles equipped with quality aftermarket calipers, larger rotors, and improved cooling, while offering street-friendly operation when the braking system is properly maintained.

EBC Bluestuff NDX uses a chemical interlayer to promote a strong pad bond and features deep V grooves that help capture dust while improving ventilation. The pad material is engineered for low heat transfer, clean release, and reduced rotor wear. Its smooth contact surfaces help maintain consistent braking without unnecessarily scoring the rotor. Bluestuff NDX also delivers an extended service life compared with previous EBC performance compounds, making it a practical choice for drivers who demand more from their braking system on the road and at occasional track events.

Key Product Specifications & Technical Data

• Brand: EBC
• Part Number: DP5002NDX
• Product Type: Front brake pad set
• Material: Bluestuff NDX high-friction sport and race compound
• Application: Aggressive street driving and selected track use
• Vehicle Fitment: 1990–2000 Aston Martin Vantage 5.3L with AP Racing brake system
• Pad Position: Front axle
• Package Quantity: One complete pad set

What's Included

• One set of EBC Bluestuff NDX front brake pads

For best results, inspect calipers, sliders, rotors, and cooling provisions before installation. Older street-based caliper systems may experience drag that limits the performance of any high-friction track-oriented pad.

Features:

• Chemical interlayer: Promotes a strong bond between the friction material and backing plate.
• Deep V grooves: Help capture brake dust and improve pad ventilation.
• Extended service life: Provides substantially longer wear than previous EBC performance compounds.
• Smooth contact surfaces: Help reduce rotor scoring while maintaining consistent braking.
• Street and track capability: Designed for aggressive road driving and selected track applications.
• Low heat transfer: Helps limit heat movement into the caliper and surrounding components.
• Rotor friendly: Delivers strong friction performance with reduced rotor wear.
• Progressive release: Provides controlled pedal feel and predictable brake modulation.

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