Track Pad Swap Question

[larryt]

I will be using a track specific pad for the track and a street pad for daily use. When I remove the track pads is it important to be sure they go back in the same position (drivers vs. passenger side/inside vs. outside of caliper) when reinstalling for the next track event? I assume it does not matter, but would rather be sure.

[Autoxer62]

Related question - is there a specific bedding in process to follow when switching pads?

[jflogerzi]

Yes you should try to label them so you know which caliper and position inner or outer but its not 100% required.

Try to stick with the same compound for street and Track. Example I use Carbotech 1521's for street driving (100% quiet) and switch XP10's/8's for track driving and never need to re-bed.

But if they are different manufactures or pad materials you will/want to bed the pads in each time or risk not getting optimal brake feel/stopping power

[Autoxer62]

Thanks, sounds like just normal bedding, not some tricky cleaning process prior to swapping the pads. Just need an extra day or so rather than switching at the event.

[CSG Mike]

Originally Posted by larryt

I will be using a track specific pad for the track and a street pad for daily use. When I remove the track pads is it important to be sure they go back in the same position (drivers vs. passenger side/inside vs. outside of caliper) when reinstalling for the next track event? I assume it does not matter, but would rather be sure.

Base calipers? Yes, because the outer pad will tend to taper more than the inner.

[einars]

planning on doing the same, what can I swap to if I'm using stock brake pads (first gen frs)?

[JRitt]

Originally Posted by Autoxer62

Related question - is there a specific bedding in process to follow when switching pads?

We did a couple videos on this topic...hopefully these help. These methods will work on any pads and discs once you understand the underlying concepts.