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Old 01-06-2011, 12:30 PM   #5 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by AP - Chris_B View Post
The only brake grease that I've used that can put up with most track use is Permatex Ceramic Extreme Brake Parts Lubricant:
I don't like using shims at the track as they add a slight bit of sponginess to brake pedal feel. Since we don't really care about brake squeal while tracking, there is no reason to have them there.
I decided to leave the shims in place for the trackday I did in October. I used the Permatex grease as mentioned by Chris and it did didn't carbonize as the stock grease that was on there before, it only dried out a bit.. Track was Road America and I can assure the brakes did get hot!

I understand the shims might add a little sponginess to the pedal feel, but as I am not a pro racer, that didn't bother me too much. Reason I left the shims in place is I thought it might help to keep the heat away from the pistons a little better. Is this a completely bogus thought or might it help a little? (Chris_B, or other experienced track drivers)
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