GRIFFITH front brake pads
Discussion
What are Griff' and Chim' owners using these days?
Griff' passes the MOT with the pads that came with the car in 2019, I don't do a lot of miles in it by the way.
But I had to stand on the brakes recently after coming round a bend in the road to avoid T-boning a car pulling out from a drive on the left. It was out in the country side and I expect it happened to the other driver quite often due to he location of the drive exit.
Road was dry and I did expect the Griff' to slow down a bit more rapidly, no tyre squeal and the other car was quick in clearing my projectory.
So any suggestions re Pads, maybe something with a bit more bite?
Car has original brakes and is only used for sunny leisurely drive outs.
Cheers
Griff' passes the MOT with the pads that came with the car in 2019, I don't do a lot of miles in it by the way.
But I had to stand on the brakes recently after coming round a bend in the road to avoid T-boning a car pulling out from a drive on the left. It was out in the country side and I expect it happened to the other driver quite often due to he location of the drive exit.
Road was dry and I did expect the Griff' to slow down a bit more rapidly, no tyre squeal and the other car was quick in clearing my projectory.
So any suggestions re Pads, maybe something with a bit more bite?
Car has original brakes and is only used for sunny leisurely drive outs.
Cheers
Standard OEM pads should work well beyond the grip of the tyres. Instant bite, no glazing issues from lack of use that track / performance pads. I've found EBC Ultimax OEM pads to be better in my (heavy) daily but very dusty.
If you don't do trackdays or 'press on' regular drives then you're better off with OEM.
If the brakes are not feeling great then it may be time for an overhaul. When was the last time the fluid was changed? Hoses inspected? Connections checked (inc vacuum)? Thickness / condition of discs?
If you use the car sporadically, then I suggest you do a couple of firm stops each time you head out to clear the discs and pads. I roll the car down the slope of our [short] road with the handbrake on to clear the rears.
If you don't do trackdays or 'press on' regular drives then you're better off with OEM.
If the brakes are not feeling great then it may be time for an overhaul. When was the last time the fluid was changed? Hoses inspected? Connections checked (inc vacuum)? Thickness / condition of discs?
If you use the car sporadically, then I suggest you do a couple of firm stops each time you head out to clear the discs and pads. I roll the car down the slope of our [short] road with the handbrake on to clear the rears.
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