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Help me stop better... Without upgrading and using stock brakes...what is the best pad for bringing a full weight, 130 mph in 1/4 mile f-body to a stop on a short shut-down area. Car is a track/cruise in car only (probably less than 500/year total). Thanks,
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It's a broad question but for street pads that work well the Hawks HPS and HP+ are common favorites.
The HP+ will bite harder but cause more dust and possibly some noise.
I have full 4th gen fbody brakes on my car with over the counter pads but will be going to the HPS when I get some new rotors.
That said if you are talking more for a road course application, I would call Sam Strano and see what he recommends. He carries a variety of brands and can surely help you get lined out with something that fits your goals and budget.
The HP+ will bite harder but cause more dust and possibly some noise.
I have full 4th gen fbody brakes on my car with over the counter pads but will be going to the HPS when I get some new rotors.
That said if you are talking more for a road course application, I would call Sam Strano and see what he recommends. He carries a variety of brands and can surely help you get lined out with something that fits your goals and budget.
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The car gets trailered to the track and rarely driven to cruise-in or meet. So, dust, noise, life, isn't important. I just need it to stop better as the "corn field" seems to be coming up fast lately.
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He would know what pad is best to use for your scenario.
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Less then a grand for the fronts. These MFs stop too bud lemme tell you. They are a little different then stock brakes, the pedal feel is a tad different and changes as they get hot (stock is probably similar but not near as noticeable). When you hammer down on the brake pedal it feels like you're gonna slide into the dashboard though.
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I really need to prioritize my spending...building a motor that the rear can't handle or the brakes for that matter. Maybe I should back up and do breaks-rear-then finish new motor.
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If you're full weight then youve got a lot left on the table performance wise. My car weighs 3040 with full interior and 18" wheels, nothing holesawed.
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Full weight is ok with me. I got to have a/c and not gonna remove bumper supports, etc. Only weight reduction I got is no sway bar and light rims, that's it!
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Completely understood why people would want to keep some of the stuff ive deleted. Its not for everyone just something to consider.
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