01-18-2019, 03:42 PM | #1 |
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Upgrade for track days
I'm planning to do some track days this year with my 2016 RS manual. So I got some 20 inch black rims with 245/40ZR EAGLE F1 summer tires.
For front brakes I got the Brembo kit 23245470. The kit has larger then stock rotors 13.5". I guessing the stock dust shield wont work with these. Will the ones from the SS work? For the rear was just going to paint the calipers red because of the parking brake issue. But would like to change the rotors to slotted. I see Stop Tech has some (see link). Anyone have experience with these? https://www.autoanything.com/brakes/61A2722A0A0.aspx Brake pads was thinking Stop Tech Z23 or Z26 on all four. What do you guys think? Thanks, Steve |
01-18-2019, 04:55 PM | #2 |
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You’re gonna want some suspension work - trailing arms, cradle, control arms.
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01-18-2019, 11:00 PM | #3 |
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01-18-2019, 11:50 PM | #4 |
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I've used the Z26 pads on track. They work, but wouldn't call them an upgrade. Depending on your track experiences you may want more from the pads, I know I do. This year I may be running G-Loc R10s or EBC yellowstuff(I really like these). I've used stoptech rotors on my last car and they're good but wouldn't say they are needed. The Pads/rotors in the kit should be fine for track work.
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01-19-2019, 02:56 PM | #5 |
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01-19-2019, 03:20 PM | #6 |
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I think for this year I'll just use all the parts that came with the Brembo kit for the front and change out the pads and rotors on the rear. Not sure what ones I'll get.
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01-20-2019, 12:37 PM | #7 |
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I've read that the OEM pads that come with the Brembo calipers are made by Ferodo. With that in mind, I'd stick with those before using the Stop Techs. Definitely switch your fluid to DOT4 high temp brake fluid (ie. Castrol SRF or Motul RBF600, or the like). Also be mindful of brake feel while on track. If you feel them start to fade, back off.
Rear brakes won't get as hot. Stop Techs (or OEM) should be fine.
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01-20-2019, 04:42 PM | #8 |
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OP didn't specify need vs want. Suspension is pretty far up on my list of track day upgrades, right after wheels/tires and brakes.
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01-20-2019, 05:56 PM | #9 |
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I haven't driven on a track yet so I was thinking a brake upgrade would be a good thing to do and is not expensive plus I can do it myself. The suspension upgrade would be the next step.
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02-04-2019, 07:51 PM | #11 |
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Brakes are always a good idea, but outside of that and making sure ur tires are in decent shape, you don't really need any other upgrades for the track. After u do ur brakes I'd recommend taking it to the track with the stock suspension so it can give you a reference point in how it handles now. I've seen plenty of v6 Camaros at the track with stock suspension.
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02-04-2019, 10:42 PM | #12 | |
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02-05-2019, 08:33 AM | #13 |
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A track spec 4 wheel alignment will go a long way.
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02-08-2019, 10:16 AM | #14 |
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Skip the stoptech rotors. Stick with Delco 'Professionals' (coated and balanced) not the 'OEs' ($$$ and not worth it). Stoptech and other 'kits' ship with knock off rotors that are not balanced.
I really feel stoptech pads are better then the brembos for track use. Much more fade resistant and good performance cold, better as they get hot. Dusty as all get out though so wipe down your wheels/rocker/fenders between sessions with quick detailer. Trackday mods: Bolsters/cheap race bucket seat so you are not sliding around and gripping the stick/wheel>Tires>Brakes>driver mod>rest of the car... in that order |
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