Anyone using the Baer track kit for front brakes on the F-body have any comments on recommended rotors? I'm running track events at Texas World Speedway and my rotors have a decent warp in them after two events.

The track is pretty fast, with 125-140mph back straight and a hard turn after it, so brakes are used a lot.

I replace my original rotors with rotos from AutoZone (don't recall the brand, but I'll check for a warranty) - they were about $125/each and designed for a 95 ZR1 'vette.

I'm willing to pay more for an more expensive rotor if I can get more usage out of it.

I've used Hawk racing pads and Performance friciton pads. My only other comment is that the performance friction pads aren't particuarly well suited for street - they only bit hard after heating them up. Maybe I've glazed 'em?

-d

 

I've got the kit, and have used the original rotors from Baer, KVR rotors, and AutoZone rotors. The times I've warped them, I can specifically blame myself for, for not doing a cool-down lap. None of these rotors seem any better or worse than the other, unfortunately...

Dave

 

Thanks, Dave... I'm pretty good about cool down laps (2.5 mi course), but I'm still having problems... Hmmm...

 

I have the same kit. My problem is with cracking. As soon as I get the money, I'm going to buy slotted Eradispeed rotors with the aluminum hats. Maybe you should try them too.
Some brake pads transmit more heat to the rotors than others. I guess it's just trial and error until you find the right brake pads for your car and your style of driving.
Kurt