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      08-14-2012, 10:08 AM   #40
annalisa_ferri
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Drives: E82 135i
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Quote:
Originally Posted by TimMc View Post
Yeah, I'm using HardBrakes Titanium backing plates.
Be careful.
While the Ti backing plate may be beneficial for the pistons issue, it may go in the opposite direction for the pads - which can run hotter since less heat is flowing to the caliper.

The problem is somewhere else: the OEM pads are street pads. Period.
Their optimal temperature cannot met the range given by a serious track use; otherwise they would not provide optimal brake coefficient when cold-braking (that is, normal road use).
Switch to real track stuff is mandatory for all uses other than road/light/fun.

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