After getting my new master cylinder installed and getting a decent firm pedal (a bit too firm, I think my booster is dying) I decided to do my first brake pad job... I installed some of those PBR Ceramic Ultimate Pads all around. It was pretty simple and would have been a joy to do if I didnt have to use that sticky anti-squeal paste. Im not sure what brand the old pads were (they were not MB ones) but they seem very smooth compared to the rough feel of the new PBR pads. Anyone felt really smooth brake pads before? Or is that what youd call glazed pads?

The problem is im getting a rather mushy ineffective brake pedal now with the new pads, I did break them in by doing 45-0 mph with little to medium brake pressure at least 15 times. The only thing I can think of is that when I had the brake reservoir cap off, I pushed the brake pedal maybe 6 or 7 times to set the pistons against the pads. Perhaps this drew air into the MC or something? I really dont want to pull the MC off again to bleed it, I am really really sick of brake fluid. Anyone had experience with this? I did bleed the brakes at the caliper after doing the pads, but saw no bubbles or anythin comin out.

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1985 CA 300D Turbo , 213K mi