Fontana Nissan Racing Tests Endless Brake Pads
At the recent Red Line Time Attack event on September 26th-27th Fontana Nissan Racing tested Endless brake pads. The Unlimited Class 350Z was fitted with a new set of N35S compound pads. Prior to this test we have used PFC 01 compound pads. The brakes are Alcon Rolex GT spec calipers on Alcon rotors. The brake package on this car has always performed extremely well. We were looking for the Endless pads to perform equally or better in all aspects. We evaluated initial “bite” on application modulation through the brake zone and release at the end of the braking cycle. Pad wear and rotor wear were also judged. The Endless pads performed flawlessly in all respects. The amount of track time was somewhat limited so wear is difficult to judge but it appears the wear factors are better than on previous pads.
On the GTR we have been running the stock pads. With stock pads the brakes go hard and become ineffective after just a few hard driven laps. Up until they go hard the braking is quite good on the GTR. We installed ME20 compound pads on the car. These pads are designed as a good trackable street pad. After installing the pads, Mike Cronin experienced no hard pedal issues and had good consistent braking throughout the run. We also noted that the pads remained quiet and had good bite when cold.
Overall, we were impressed and happy with the Endless pads on both cars and will continue to evaluate the performance and wear at the upcoming Red Line Time Attack event at Auto Club Speedway on November 14th-15th.
Endless brake pads are available from Scott Vanderheide at www.fontananissanparts.com.
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