Brakes

Elmo370z · 01-12-2019, 11:31 AM

Soo for my next track day I was thinking about carbotech xp/20 up front and 8 or 10’s in the rear. Inputs please.

Rusty · 01-12-2019, 05:53 PM

Hmmmmmmm...........ain't got nothing to tell you. Haven't heard of anyone else doing it.

2011 Nismo#91 · 01-14-2019, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Elmo370z

Soo for my next track day I was thinking about carbotech xp/20 up front and 8 or 10’s in the rear. Inputs please.

With more friction you'll need more grip (bigger tires + slicks) and more cooling. IMO learn what you have till you can't drop times anymore then upgrade.

Elmo370z · 01-14-2019, 07:45 PM

Going with winmax

Quicksilvers · 01-14-2019, 08:03 PM

Depending on what the demand will be on your braking system at your next track day I always did fine with the Carbotech XP 10 in front and XP 8 in the rear. XP 20? What wheel and tire set up do you plan on using at your next track day? What brake cooling ducts are you currently using? Definitely make sure you flush and fill your brake fluid with Motul RBF 600 brake fluid or Redline brake fluid before your next track event you will be glad you did.

Elmo370z · 01-14-2019, 09:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Quicksilvers

Depending on what the demand will be on your braking system at your next track day I always did fine with the Carbotech XP 10 in front and XP 8 in the rear. XP 20? What wheel and tire set up do you plan on using at your next track day? What brake cooling ducts are you currently using? Definitely make sure you flush and fill your brake fluid with Motul RBF 600 brake fluid or Redline brake fluid before your next track event you will be glad you did.

I ran through my xp10’s/8 so did a buddy of mine. 200 treadwear tires. I have cool ducts

Elmo370z · 01-14-2019, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Quicksilvers

Depending on what the demand will be on your braking system at your next track day I always did fine with the Carbotech XP 10 in front and XP 8 in the rear. XP 20? What wheel and tire set up do you plan on using at your next track day? What brake cooling ducts are you currently using? Definitely make sure you flush and fill your brake fluid with Motul RBF 600 brake fluid or Redline brake fluid before your next track event you will be glad you did.

Sebring has some heavy braking zones

newbie415 · 01-15-2019, 12:41 PM

I've never used any pad that strong, but i would be concerned that the XP20 might be too aggressive for a 200tw tire. Too much brake and not enough tire will have a negative effect on your ability to modulate and turns the brake pedal into an on/off switch. the initial stab might lock up your front wheels if you're not careful. Not saying you shouldn't do it or that I know any better, but just trying to add one more checkbox for you before making the purchase.

Elmo370z · 01-16-2019, 04:04 AM

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Originally Posted by newbie415

I've never used any pad that strong, but i would be concerned that the XP20 might be too aggressive for a 200tw tire. Too much brake and not enough tire will have a negative effect on your ability to modulate and turns the brake pedal into an on/off switch. the initial stab might lock up your front wheels if you're not careful. Not saying you shouldn't do it or that I know any better, but just trying to add one more checkbox for you before making the purchase.

You’re right. I went with winmax w5 pads, they are similar to xp10’s. 310 for set, can’t beat that deal.

01-12-2019, 11:31 AM	#1 (permalink)
Elmo370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: st. petersburg Posts: 5,709 Drives: 09 nissan 370z Sp M6 Rep Power: 295378	Brakes Soo for my next track day I was thinking about carbotech xp/20 up front and 8 or 10’s in the rear. Inputs please.

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01-15-2019, 12:41 PM	#8 (permalink)
newbie415 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: East Bay Posts: 8 Drives: 06 G35 6MT Rep Power: 6	I've never used any pad that strong, but i would be concerned that the XP20 might be too aggressive for a 200tw tire. Too much brake and not enough tire will have a negative effect on your ability to modulate and turns the brake pedal into an on/off switch. the initial stab might lock up your front wheels if you're not careful. Not saying you shouldn't do it or that I know any better, but just trying to add one more checkbox for you before making the purchase. Rusty and Hotrodz like this.

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Quicksilvers A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2017 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 2,039 Drives: 2017 370z Rep Power: 25463	Depending on what the demand will be on your braking system at your next track day I always did fine with the Carbotech XP 10 in front and XP 8 in the rear. XP 20? What wheel and tire set up do you plan on using at your next track day? What brake cooling ducts are you currently using? Definitely make sure you flush and fill your brake fluid with Motul RBF 600 brake fluid or Redline brake fluid before your next track event you will be glad you did.