EBC Bluestuff NDX Front Brake Pads DP51986NDX for 2009–2011 Audi A4 2.0L Turbo

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. Pad Dimensions: 188 x 75 x 17mm

• 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

Brief Description: EBC Bluestuff NDX front brake pads are high-friction sport and race pads designed for aggressive street driving and select track applications. Part number DP51986NDX delivers strong cold bite, progressive pedal feel, reliable stopping performance, and excellent release characteristics. The compound is especially well suited to Audi A4 models equipped with quality aftermarket calipers, larger rotors, and multi-piston systems that provide improved cooling and reduced pad drag.

Bluestuff NDX uses a chemical interlayer to create a strong pad bond while deep V-grooves help capture dust and improve ventilation. The formulation is designed for low heat transfer, smooth rotor contact, and extended service life compared with earlier EBC performance pad materials. Its combination of street manners and track-focused braking performance makes it a versatile upgrade for drivers seeking more confidence during spirited use.

Key Product Specifications & Technical Data:
Brand: EBC
Part Number: DP51986NDX
Product Type: Front high-friction brake pad set
Compound: Bluestuff NDX sport and race material
Application: Aggressive street driving and select track use
Vehicle Fitment: 2009–2011 Audi A4 with 2.0L turbocharged engine
Pad Dimensions: Approximately 7.4 x 3.0 x 0.7 inches
Safety Certification: ECE R90 approved material

What's Included in the Box: One EBC Bluestuff NDX front brake pad set for the specified application. Always verify the vehicle’s brake configuration and caliper setup before installation. Performance results may vary on older street-based calipers where slider drag, caliper drag, limited pad area, or restricted cooling can affect track performance.

Features:

• Chemical interlayer: Creates a strong bond between the friction material and backing plate.
• High cold bite: Provides confident initial braking performance without requiring high operating temperatures.
• Progressive brake feel: Supports smooth, controllable pedal modulation during aggressive driving.
• Deep V-grooves: Help capture dust and improve pad ventilation for consistent performance.
• Extended service life: Offers nearly twice the service life of previous EBC performance pad materials in suitable applications.
• Low heat transfer: Helps limit heat conducted into the caliper and related brake components.
• Rotor-friendly surface: Maintains smooth, non-scored contact with the rotor under normal operating conditions.
• Excellent release: Helps reduce drag and supports clean pad retraction after braking.

Air Freight Prohibited: false
Not Carb Approved: false
Ltl Freight Required: false
Prop 65: Y
Part Type: automotive
Epa: N/A
Carb Acknowledgement Required: false
Regular Stock: t
Units Per Sku: 1