Yes I have searched and even tried to post in the last track day pads thread but it suggested I start a new thread (go figure
though it did turn into a slanging match) so here goes.
Basically I am looking for recomendations on track suitable pads for my Mk2 8V. Sadly, due to the regulations of the sprint series I am going to be entering I have to run standard brakes all round so am in the process of refreshing the complete system (new discs all round, wheel bearings, standard pads at the rear and any hoses/hard lines that look remotely in need of refreshing). Please note, I dont have the handy option to run either 256mm, 280mm or 288mm brakes (annoying as I have a full mk3 front end in the garage lol) so please no suggestions along that route
. Also, I have no intention of spending a fortune on expensive/special brake fluids as I fully understand the limitations of this approach so again, no suggestions along those lines please
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So down to the recomendations and Im going to ask you to be a bit specific if at all possible as the plan at present is to run the car in sprints and the occasional track day as well as using the car on the road from time to time as the fancy takes me. The specifics I am looking for are as follows:
1: Ease of bedding in
2: Ultimate stopping power
3: Progression, feel and modulation
4: Life
5: Brake dust
6: Brake squeel
7: Warm up time (pretty important due to road use and sprint format!)
8: Useability on the road
I know this is an extensive list but any feedback you can give is appreciated!
Now to my options. I have had a good look around and have come up with the following list of potentials for the time being based mainly on cost (sub £100 bracket) and other recommendations so any feedback on these options in particular is of interest:
1: Ferrodo DS2500 - rated very highly by a friend who races an e30 325i in terms of stopping power, fell/progression/modulation but some worries about life.
2: Ferrodo DS3000
3: Mintex 1144
4: Mintex 1177
I must point out that I have already discounted any of EBC and Black Diamond products based purely on bad feedback I have come across repeatedly elsewhere but any other options will be gladly looked at
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Thanks in advance.