Stangshark
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Most tracks and/or clubs require a fire suppression device for HPDE's.
lets put it this way....i would rather have it and not need it..... than need it while i am burning alive and have nothing.
Most tracks and/or clubs require a fire suppression device for HPDE's.
jlisle01 have you had a chance to take anymore pictures of your harness bar? I really want to put some belts in my 05 GT. If I read everything right, the only things you bought were the Sparko bar, belts, and replacement bolts (4) for the mounting of the harness bar?
Nice thread, infact a google search on road racing mustangs led me to this forum , on why the rear brakes fade so quickly after track days (PS i make sure my traction is off always at the track)
Anyway, my current mods on the 08 GT are the adjustable coilovers from Steeda, adjustable front sway bar, rear sway bar and the Nitto NT01 & some other stuff.
okay, I know this is a super old thread, but it was very informative, and I think I can solve the mystery of why rear brakes fade for anyone doing google searches...
I was told to never apply your parking brake (e-brake) during a track day. The brakes need to be loose while cooling down afterwards. If you apply the parking brake, while parked after a run, your rear brakes will melt away as you wait to go out again.
Hi, my name is Sanctus and I am an addict. (All: Hi Sanctus...)
Like all those who have posted before me. I have been bitten by the track bug. And this is how I have gone about it so far.
Stage 1: The Essentials (manufacturers may vary)
Exhaust, Intake and Tune
Eibach Pro & AntiRoll Kits
Panhard Bar
Strut tower brace
Tokico st/shks
J&M Upper&Lower Control Arms
Powerslot Rotors, Hawk HPS's, Motul fluid and Braided lines
A47 Cooling kit
Stage 2: My Own Stimulus Package
Aluminum Radiator + Hoses
Saleen Short Throw
Custom Pedals
Throttle Body
Rear Seat Delete
Wheels-Yes they're staggered
18x9, 18x10 (Nitto 555's)
With this set up I consistently ran at or under 2:20 on Buttonwillow's 13CW configuration. There's lot of room for improvement mind you it was only my 2nd HPDE. There will be more to come!
With this set up I consistently ran at or under 2:20 on Buttonwillow's 13CW configuration. There's lot of room for improvement mind you it was only my 2nd HPDE. There will be more to come!
Like most things in life, Brake systems are just that. A system. It's important to treat them that way when you plan on modifying anything. So to answer your question, Yes the rotors and pads make an excellent combo and improved the stopping distance and even more importantly the feel of the pedal avoiding ABS engagement.
That being said, I think it would be a travesty to overlook the other systemic parts such as brake lines, fluid, and ductwork as I believe they made an equal or greater impact on overall performance.