I've never been particular about the brand on my rotors.

My only comment about pads is be sure to match the front and rear pads. I put ceramics on the rear of my 500 SEL once and if I braked hard the rears would lock up.

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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC]

..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.