Re: Solid Brake Bushings
Posted: Wed Sep 23, 2015 9:12 pm
I've fitted these on your advice John, initially front only as I had recently changed the rear pads when the bushings arrived from the States. I've only been to Thruxton so far since fitting both front and rear.
If you've been there, you'll know it's far less demanding of the brakes than shorter more technical circuits. Even though the speeds attained are far higher (100mph+ through Goodwood, Village and Church, topping out at over 140mph at the end of Woodham Hill approaching the second gear Club Chicane), there's plenty of high speed track distance between the heavy braking zones which allows the brakes to cool. The brakes behaved exactly as they should - consistent pedal feel and no hint of overheating.
For the few airfield track days I did with only the fronts fitted, again I had no brakes issues. I have a couple more track days lined up soon, so I'll get a better feel how the brakes behave under greater duress.
So far, I'm pretty pleased as the inconsistency of pedal feel I'd previously experienced from very hot brakes seems to have lessened.
In my garage, I have several used sets of pads with varying amounts of friction material remaining. When I next change my pads, I'll be able to give a comparison of wear patterns before and after changing the bushings.
If you've been there, you'll know it's far less demanding of the brakes than shorter more technical circuits. Even though the speeds attained are far higher (100mph+ through Goodwood, Village and Church, topping out at over 140mph at the end of Woodham Hill approaching the second gear Club Chicane), there's plenty of high speed track distance between the heavy braking zones which allows the brakes to cool. The brakes behaved exactly as they should - consistent pedal feel and no hint of overheating.
For the few airfield track days I did with only the fronts fitted, again I had no brakes issues. I have a couple more track days lined up soon, so I'll get a better feel how the brakes behave under greater duress.
So far, I'm pretty pleased as the inconsistency of pedal feel I'd previously experienced from very hot brakes seems to have lessened.
In my garage, I have several used sets of pads with varying amounts of friction material remaining. When I next change my pads, I'll be able to give a comparison of wear patterns before and after changing the bushings.