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Originally Posted by khcoaching

^^I used the ZLE front brakes mainly due to cost and keeping the stock look. APs would be amazing and the fact when driving at pace, the front pads last 3-4 days (max) there is merit to getting something that lasts longer. Weight wise, they are heavier, but I offset it with the Giro rotors which are the same as the stock SS 1LE.

The next steps are going to be interesting....I'm at the point where there are 3 paths to go:

1) More Grip
2) Aero
3) More HP

1) Grip - The next step will be a set go Hoosiers to see what they can do. I was thinking scrub slicks, but I find many times you don't know what you are getting and sizing is somewhat problematic. I don't many days with the car, so when I do go, I want to be sure I am not guessing about what tires I have.

2) Aero - I can't find real definitive info on how much this will improve, but based on some issues I am having, I think there is something here. The high speed stuff I drive, I can already run flat, so I am thinking more about the lower speed longer radius corners is where I need help. But, more grip I think will help this. (Until I just go faster and the same thing happens)

3) Power - Pandora's box here. But I would love to have another 100-125 rear wheel HP. I think this would be a massive equalizer, while still keeping the car friendly on exits.

There for sure is something also with weight, but not that much. Exhaust, seats, rear rotors is about all I would want to do. (edit - except there for sure is something with the Katech flywheel and VVT delete)

As irony would have it, for numbers 1-3 you essentially just described a ZLE. With more power you will eat thru those pads better. As you know, slower cars are easier on consumables which is why the SS-1LE brakes last longer and tires last longer. So you are right that it is Pandora's box. If you make you're SS-1LE faster you will run into the same compromises that the ZLE has regarding consumables.