G'day SAU.
I've read through this thread but still can't make up my mind on what pad/fluid suits my application.
Doing braided lines, new rotors and pads/fluid all round, and the time has come for pad and fluid selection.
I'm currently running Bendix ultimate pads which, as other users have mentioned are dusty as hell. I'd like to upgrade to something from the QFM range.
I've pushed the Ultimate's almost to their limit once and don't plan on driving to that extent again if I can avoid it, so that gives you a bit of information regarding my braking requirements.
I've narrowed down to the A1RM or the more tame HPX series. I like the extra stopping power of the A1RM but don't like the rotor chewing trait, although I plan on doing a track day, It'd only be a 2-3 times a year.
My aim with pads is simple,
Must have excellent cold breaking performance (My GTT is my daily) The Ultimates had good cold brake feel,
Must be better performing than the Bendix Ultimates
Nice to have: Lower dust.
Now onto fluids, I'm using Valvoline Dot 3 fluid as it is recommended, and doesn't eat away at my seals, would dot 3 still be worth it with the A1RM or HPX?
Am I going to chew seals upgrading to a Dot 4 fluid?
Any help/recommendations would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks