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Originally Posted by BRDHNTR
I am now addicted to "this track stuff". As a beginner, the OEM pads worked just fine for me, but I would not run another track event on these same pads. Should I buy a set of track pads to put in before I go to an event, and swap them out when I go home?
I am thinking that I could probably get two weekends out of a set at my skill level.
So, what do I get (please be specific), and where do I buy them?
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As a beginner, you should get 3 events out of the Carbotechs - Carbotech states that you can run them right down to the metal backing plate, so that gives you a little more material than expected. If I went light on braking, I could do 3-4 events on a set. I would not go higher than xp10 if you are planning on driving them on the street (XP10 is as hard as you'd want to go if you are just starting out IMO anyway). The reason is that the higher the compound level you go, the less they stop when cold. Even so, with the xp10 you must be careful to allow for extra stopping distance if you are planning to run them on the street where enough heat will never enter the pad to reach full braking capacity. I'm not saying you should do it (legal disclaimer) but I do it because I have enough to worry about at the track as it is.
You shouldnt be disappointed in the carbotechs. Try the XP10 or lighter. Dont bother with AX6 (Panther plus), its too light for track use. I normally order from PFYC.com