Brake pad thickness/replacement?

[Andy Pandie]

Just checked my pads post track day. I've got 10mm left on the front, not concerned with them, and 4-5mm left on the rear. Anyone know the recommended minimum thickness or should I just replace anyway? If so what are the pads to go for? I guess they're 'standard' fit rear, as they were on there when I got her, note I had DS2500 road compound fitted on the front last time round if it makes any difference.

Thanks in advance

[nawarne]

Andy,

Your local motor factor can supply rear pads quite easily. IIRC you need to ask for Granada Cosworth pads for vented discs (Check parts WIKI). I had a minor panic attack just before Spa due to a casual glance through the wheels. When Nigel turned up at my house, he quite rightly said 'drop a wheel off and eyeball them properly'. Turns out there was plenty of friction material left. Doh!

I believe the standard warning at service - "Only 3000 mls left on pads" is put on when pads have got 3mm or less on them.

Nick

[Andy Pandie]

Thanks Nick,

I'll not panic for a bit then, just keep an eye on them, can't see me doing much mileage between now and the year end so could be a Christmas break 'had enough of the family' job