What brakes to use at the track is obvious to most track drivers. Get track oriented track pads. However if you are a beginner, this may sound like overkill. You are paying at least $800 between seat time and some minor car prep. Not to mention a Helmet, Gloves etc... So asking a novice to spend another $700+ on brake pads plus install, I can see how that might go.

“Dear novice driver, please upgrade your brakes to track ready ones. Street is for the street and track is for the track. Just like all season tires, not really great on the track.”

When I started my HPDE journey with my 2002 BMW E46 M3, I purchased sporty pads thinking that would be enough. 

Guess what, I ran out of brakes before my last session of the weekend.

Next time I got Performance Friction brakes- PFC-08. My instructor had a similar M3 and he swore by them so I gave them a try. 

I used them for about 5-6 days this time around. This was with a messed up Caliper that used up the inner brakes unevenly. 

Here is what they looked like after 2-3 events.

The calipers did not do much better, they had to go too.

 

Here is a video what they look like new instead of used

 

BMW E46 M3 Rear Brakes

BMW E46 Front Rotors 

 

Pagid, Performance Friction Brakes and Hawk Performance Brakes are all great choices for your car. Take a look at our selection and select the right brakes for you. Please contact us if you have any questions about which brakes to select for your car.

 

Racing Brake Pads

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