| Re: HPS Brake Pads |
Subject: Re: HPS Brake Pads by BillH on 2012/2/19 20:08:25 Quote:
Than the bedding in is even more important. Generally, we bed in new rotors with used pads (of the same material). But sometimes you can't do that so you just have to warm everything gradually, you'll still be OK with the procedure above. the "abrasive braking" on the lower speed applications will start to put a layer of pad material on the discs and the higher applications will help season the new rotors. What you do want to do is keep the adherent even on the new rotors, so after the final high speed application, it's important that you try and not use the brakes much until they cool down. You definately don't want to keep the brakes applied at a stop light or have to use them hard to slow down to get into your driveway. If you have the hot brakes applied for a minute (like at a stoplight) you can screw up the thickness of the adherent layer causing the "warped rotor myth". So, if you can coast into your driveway with a light application to just stop the car, you're good. And driving at lower speed (40) with no braking will also cool the rotors down. And with new rotors, it's important to move the car a foot or so (to move the pad to disc location) while the brakes are cooling down. While this all sounds pretty intensive, the benifits in smooth rotors and properly bedded pads are worth it. Side Note: If you have the pads on for a while doing normal everyday driving and plan a track day, on the way to the track, rebed the pads in. With the brakes warmed up to "normal", do a couple hard higher stops if you can, then drive for a few miles without touching the brakes. this will smooth out the adherent layer some and bring the brake power back somewhat. |
