Best Brake Pads? - Page 8 - LotusTalk

Rennstore · 02-11-2008, 07:20 PM

Pagid price increase (for everyone, everywhere who has Pagids) has finally "happened" - all those who have already ordered, your prices will remain the same.

I still don't think you won't find a better price / service

(I have absorbed some of the price increase)

Rennstore · 02-18-2008, 02:24 PM

Update:

ALL Pagids will arrive tomorrow, Tuesday Feb 19th -
All orders will be filled and plenty more have arrived for new customers, too -

BrokenR1 · 04-03-2008, 10:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CalBears92

Post 127 has the correct part numbers.

Rennstore · 04-03-2008, 12:21 PM

Amen ;-)

FWIW, April 3rd I got in about 15 sets each of RS14 blacks - that is, the 2593 and 1682 to ya ;-)

2006PolarBlueElise · 04-04-2008, 07:48 PM

How about some Performance Ceramic (rear) Pads for the street? I'm ready for a new set!

Rennstore · 04-05-2008, 02:12 PM

Ceramic? RS14 Blacks are ;-) and many here use them both on the street and track

BrokenR1 · 04-06-2008, 01:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rennstore

Amen ;-)

FWIW, April 3rd I got in about 15 sets each of RS14 blacks - that is, the 2593 and 1682 to ya ;-)

They are the U2593 and not the U1587? I need to get a pair but I only want the U2593's.

Rennstore · 04-06-2008, 01:29 PM

2593 is the favored pad as it does not have the 1587 inner radius scallop which doesn't quite allow 100% disc contact.

RS14: I have ALL 2593 at this time - ;-)

JestRev · 04-06-2008, 11:13 PM

So which one do you guys think is the best? I like brakes that grab pretty hard, the oem brake pads have almost gotten me in 2 wrecks (Ice mode).

BrokenR1 · 04-07-2008, 01:45 PM

How do you guys think it would handle if I put the RS14 Blacks on front while the rear is still stock?

lotusmark · 04-07-2008, 01:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BrokenR1

How do you guys think it would handle if I put the RS14 Blacks on front while the rear is still stock?

The rear is underbraked to begin with.

Conan · 04-07-2008, 01:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lotusmark

The rear is underbraked to begin with.

+1. The car needs more rear bias, not more front. Adding a higher friction compound to one end will increase the bias to whatever end you add it to.

Rennstore · 04-07-2008, 04:27 PM

Exactly. Some even put on a lower friction pads up front, ie RS19 front and RS14 rear.
I'd do RS14 all around to be safe and really optimize the car.

Blacks only up front is gonna feel really weird and is something I definitely would never do...

R T · 04-07-2008, 04:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lotusmark

The rear is underbraked to begin with.

I thought the guys that disabled the ABS due to the "ice mode" thing said the rears lock up first?

If the car truly needs more rear brake bias, a popular mod for the Viper guys (same rear calipers on the early models) is to get the rear calipers overbored and bigger pistons. If anyone is interested I can dig up the contact info for the guy that does the mod.

Charles Rozier · 04-08-2008, 03:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by R T

I thought the guys that disabled the ABS due to the "ice mode" thing said the rears lock up first?

Well, I never had a problem with "ice mode" until I realigned the car with more negative camber front and rear. That would increase rear brake effectiveness. Now I experience "ice mode" all the time on track. I use Pagid blues.

Would like to hear if anyone has experimented with different pads front/rear to address this.

Edit 04-14-08: the ABS problem seems to have come from an incorrectly sized rear tire, not the camber change.

lotusfan2 · 04-13-2008, 08:03 PM

After reading this thread I wish I had not bought the R4S Porterfields. The good news is, they are still new in the box. Anyone need a set?

Rennstore, what's the difference between the 42 Blues and the dark blues?

Rennstore · 04-13-2008, 08:09 PM

RS4-2 Blues are related to the Oranges - good pad for track & street as not *too* much noise on the street - typically.

The dark Blues are:
http://www.braketechnology.com/sport.html

The Sport Pad is a high performance compound with low fading characteristics and high cold-friction. . It is rotor friendly and suitable for street and **light track use**.

dmh · 04-14-2008, 04:57 AM

...for what purpose? Have you investigated what we think are the best brake pads for the Elise and Exige -- Ferodo pads? I'm just saying...

lotusfan2 · 04-14-2008, 07:53 AM

dmh, are you asking me?

Edit: Found these threads on Ferodo pads:

Brake Pads
Ferodo DS 2500 Brake Pads

Rennstore · 04-14-2008, 09:23 AM

Oh God not that first post...........

02-11-2008, 07:20 PM	#141 (permalink)
Rennstore Living for track days Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 201	Pagid price increase (for everyone, everywhere who has Pagids) has finally "happened" - all those who have already ordered, your prices will remain the same. I still don't think you won't find a better price / service (I have absorbed some of the price increase) __________________ Craig www.Rennstore.com Tele: 425-765-1090 or *ORDER ONLINE* Elise/Exige brake pads in RS14 black and RS4-2 Blue RS14 Black: 2593 front $189.20 & 1682 rear $213.20 -- RS42 Blues 1587 front $180.20 & 1682 rear $205.20 *ALL PADS IN STOCK*

02-18-2008, 02:24 PM	#142 (permalink)
Rennstore Living for track days Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 201	Update: ALL Pagids will arrive tomorrow, Tuesday Feb 19th - All orders will be filled and plenty more have arrived for new customers, too - __________________ Craig www.Rennstore.com Tele: 425-765-1090 or *ORDER ONLINE* Elise/Exige brake pads in RS14 black and RS4-2 Blue RS14 Black: 2593 front $189.20 & 1682 rear $213.20 -- RS42 Blues 1587 front $180.20 & 1682 rear $205.20 *ALL PADS IN STOCK*

04-03-2008, 12:21 PM	#144 (permalink)
Rennstore Living for track days Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 201	Amen ;-) FWIW, April 3rd I got in about 15 sets each of RS14 blacks - that is, the 2593 and 1682 to ya ;-) __________________ Craig www.Rennstore.com Tele: 425-765-1090 or *ORDER ONLINE* Elise/Exige brake pads in RS14 black and RS4-2 Blue RS14 Black: 2593 front $189.20 & 1682 rear $213.20 -- RS42 Blues 1587 front $180.20 & 1682 rear $205.20 *ALL PADS IN STOCK*

04-04-2008, 07:48 PM	#145 (permalink)
2006PolarBlueElise AZ Classic Car Enthusiast Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: southeast of Phoenix AZ Posts: 265	How about some Performance Ceramic (rear) Pads for the street? I'm ready for a new set! __________________ 2006 Elise 2000 Ford Mustang (sold) 2000 Honda CRV 1992 Dodge Stealth 1990 Kawasaki Vulcan Motorcycle 1987 Dodge Shelby Charger (sold) 1984 Corvette (sold) 1974 Plymouth Satellite (embarrassing) (sold) 1968 Fiat 850 Spyder (sold) 1953 Packard Clipper 1940 Packard 110 Sedan

04-05-2008, 02:12 PM	#146 (permalink)
Rennstore Living for track days Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 201	Ceramic? RS14 Blacks are ;-) and many here use them both on the street and track __________________ Craig www.Rennstore.com Tele: 425-765-1090 or *ORDER ONLINE* Elise/Exige brake pads in RS14 black and RS4-2 Blue RS14 Black: 2593 front $189.20 & 1682 rear $213.20 -- RS42 Blues 1587 front $180.20 & 1682 rear $205.20 *ALL PADS IN STOCK*

04-06-2008, 01:29 PM	#148 (permalink)
Rennstore Living for track days Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 201	2593 is the favored pad as it does not have the 1587 inner radius scallop which doesn't quite allow 100% disc contact. RS14: I have ALL 2593 at this time - ;-) __________________ Craig www.Rennstore.com Tele: 425-765-1090 or *ORDER ONLINE* Elise/Exige brake pads in RS14 black and RS4-2 Blue RS14 Black: 2593 front $189.20 & 1682 rear $213.20 -- RS42 Blues 1587 front $180.20 & 1682 rear $205.20 *ALL PADS IN STOCK*

04-06-2008, 11:13 PM	#149 (permalink)
JestRev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 60	So which one do you guys think is the best? I like brakes that grab pretty hard, the oem brake pads have almost gotten me in 2 wrecks (Ice mode).

04-07-2008, 01:45 PM	#150 (permalink)
BrokenR1 The plane will fly! :fact Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Posts: 462	How do you guys think it would handle if I put the RS14 Blacks on front while the rear is still stock? __________________ Rap is to music what etch-a-sketch is to art. 2005 Lotus Elise, Nightfall Blue, Sport package, Touring package, Hardtop, and Starshield * Stolen * 2000 Blue Yamaha YZF-R1, Full Akrapovic, Dymag Custom Carbon Wheels, Factory Jet kit, K&N air filter, Stainless Steel Braided Brake lines, Frame Sliders, Ebay plactics, Black spraypainted tank, and a Turn Signal Integrator. * Stolen * www.r1-forum.com

04-07-2008, 04:27 PM	#153 (permalink)
Rennstore Living for track days Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 201	Exactly. Some even put on a lower friction pads up front, ie RS19 front and RS14 rear. I'd do RS14 all around to be safe and really optimize the car. Blacks only up front is gonna feel really weird and is something I definitely would never do... __________________ Craig www.Rennstore.com Tele: 425-765-1090 or *ORDER ONLINE* Elise/Exige brake pads in RS14 black and RS4-2 Blue RS14 Black: 2593 front $189.20 & 1682 rear $213.20 -- RS42 Blues 1587 front $180.20 & 1682 rear $205.20 *ALL PADS IN STOCK*

04-13-2008, 08:03 PM	#156 (permalink)
lotusfan2 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Fort Collins, CO Posts: 289 Images: 1	After reading this thread I wish I had not bought the R4S Porterfields. The good news is, they are still new in the box. Anyone need a set? Rennstore, what's the difference between the 42 Blues and the dark blues? __________________ '06 Elise, Canyon Red

04-13-2008, 08:09 PM	#157 (permalink)
Rennstore Living for track days Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 201	RS4-2 Blues are related to the Oranges - good pad for track & street as not too much noise on the street - typically. The dark Blues are: http://www.braketechnology.com/sport.html The Sport Pad is a high performance compound with low fading characteristics and high cold-friction. . It is rotor friendly and suitable for street and light track use. __________________ Craig www.Rennstore.com Tele: 425-765-1090 or *ORDER ONLINE* Elise/Exige brake pads in RS14 black and RS4-2 Blue RS14 Black: 2593 front $189.20 & 1682 rear $213.20 -- RS42 Blues 1587 front $180.20 & 1682 rear $205.20 *ALL PADS IN STOCK*

04-14-2008, 04:57 AM	#158 (permalink)
dmh Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 399	Best Brake Pads... ...for what purpose? Have you investigated what we think are the best brake pads for the Elise and Exige -- Ferodo pads? I'm just saying... __________________ http://www.dmhmotorsports.net/ I'm a "monkey" http://www.monkeytuner.com/forum/

04-14-2008, 07:53 AM	#159 (permalink)
lotusfan2 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Fort Collins, CO Posts: 289 Images: 1	dmh, are you asking me? Edit: Found these threads on Ferodo pads: Brake Pads Ferodo DS 2500 Brake Pads __________________ '06 Elise, Canyon Red Last edited by lotusfan2 : 04-14-2008 at 08:02 AM.

04-14-2008, 09:23 AM	#160 (permalink)
Rennstore Living for track days Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 201	Oh God not that first post........... __________________ Craig www.Rennstore.com Tele: 425-765-1090 or *ORDER ONLINE* Elise/Exige brake pads in RS14 black and RS4-2 Blue RS14 Black: 2593 front $189.20 & 1682 rear $213.20 -- RS42 Blues 1587 front $180.20 & 1682 rear $205.20 *ALL PADS IN STOCK*

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