"Break-in" period for new brakes?
04-23-2002, 06:29 PM
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"Break-in" period for new brakes?
Is there a break-in period for new brakes?
Dealership replaced the front pads and rotors today and "modified" the rear pads.
I'm going to take it easy on the brakes for a bit, but is there a recommended period (miles, time,...) for this?
I guess the squeaky brakes get the new rotors
Dealership replaced the front pads and rotors today and "modified" the rear pads.
I'm going to take it easy on the brakes for a bit, but is there a recommended period (miles, time,...) for this?
I guess the squeaky brakes get the new rotors
04-23-2002, 06:55 PM
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Do a search on "bedding". Bear in mind that most of the posts will refer to aftermarket
brakes, but the concept is the same - you need to at least lightly abuse your brakes in order to achieve maximum available friction.
Stoptech brakes with the stock Axxis Ultimate pads (higher temp pads than your stock pads) require 4 sets of 10 60-5mph stops with a full cooldown between sets in order to obtain maximum efficiency. Your stock pads won't take that level of heat without damage, but the concept is the same - you need to build up at least a little heat in order for the pad material to transfer to the rotor. This deposited material is what gives you the best friction for braking power.
That's a pretty simple minded summary - the topic has a tons of threads on this and other forums that describe "bedding brake pads" in various levels of detail.
Going easy on your brakes is not a good "break in" procedure.....
Stoptech brakes with the stock Axxis Ultimate pads (higher temp pads than your stock pads) require 4 sets of 10 60-5mph stops with a full cooldown between sets in order to obtain maximum efficiency. Your stock pads won't take that level of heat without damage, but the concept is the same - you need to build up at least a little heat in order for the pad material to transfer to the rotor. This deposited material is what gives you the best friction for braking power.
That's a pretty simple minded summary - the topic has a tons of threads on this and other forums that describe "bedding brake pads" in various levels of detail.
Going easy on your brakes is not a good "break in" procedure.....
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