hkphooey888

Ok, I need some suggestion on which brake pads to use for everyday driving but can also be used on the track. I just purchased a set of Brembo slotted rotors for the front. Now I need pads. I was lucky enough to be invited to run with the Lotus Ltd club at Putnum Park on Sept 15. This is my first track event so I will not be running hard but I want good pads for the new rotors. Also is it ok to run stock rotors on the rear? Do I need to replace pads on all four before going or just the front? Do I need high temp brake fluid? I know this is a lot of questions but I am nervous and I want to be prepared. Any other pointers would be helpful. TIA

ryoung

trying to use the same pad for both street and track. You may get away with it for your first track event; but sooner or later, you'll either melt your front pads on the track or have to tolerate screeching brakes and excessive rotor wear on the street. Your rear rotors will be fine, and I do recommend a high temperture brake fluid.

You'll find many more preparation suggestions in <A HREF="https://forums.audiworld.com/a8/msgs/6641.phtml">Track Tips</a>. And once you get over the initial butterflys, you'll have a ball.

hkphooey888

Thanks for the track tips. Very helpful. I can't wait.

Jet Jockey/A4 Pilot

That sums it all.

ryoung

I'm heading to Road America in a few weeks and also can't wait :-)

hkphooey888

How much usage did you get out of the rotors before they cracked? I hope mine doesn't do that at the track.

ryoung

here's <A HREF="https://forums.audiworld.com/a8/msgs/31624.phtml">The Whole Story</a>. I don't think you need to worry, but this is why I stay away from drilled rotors.

<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/17157/alcon_cracked.jpg">

TonyPNS

I'll be running my new Cobalt Friction pads and Brembo slotted rotors. Can't wait to try 'em out!

ryoung

Unfortunately no.

TonyPNS

Bummer. I'll definitely see you at Grattan next year!