Bandit Posted July 15, 2020 Report Share Posted July 15, 2020 Hi All, Anyone have any suggestions for brake pads on Exige 410s? I’m not really liking the lack of initial bite in the std pads so looking for something a little more aggressive. I’m used to running Pagid RS-14s on all my previous Elises but finding 410 pad options doesn’t seem too straightforward. Any pointers much appreciated 👍🏻 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nordschleife666 Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 same shape as other Exige V6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GFWilliams Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 As I just put on the other thread https://www.seriouslylotus.com/braking/brake-pads/performance-friction/performance-friction-front-brake-pads-exige-v6-evora PF08 have a really good immediate bite. Downsides are more brake dust and a bit of squeaking (not enough to annoy me though). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bandit Posted July 16, 2020 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 So, to be clear, they’re exactly the same pads fitted to all other V6 Exiges even though the larger(?) standard J hook Alcon discs are on the car? This would make purchasing options easier (as in it simply becomes a choice between maker/compound) as I can’t find any specific 410 fitment mentioned anywhere. @Seriouslylotus any advice on this? 🙂 Cheers for all the advice so far. 37 minutes ago, GFWilliams said: As I just put on the other thread https://www.seriouslylotus.com/braking/brake-pads/performance-friction/performance-friction-front-brake-pads-exige-v6-evora PF08 have a really good immediate bite. Downsides are more brake dust and a bit of squeaking (not enough to annoy me though). @GFWilliams thanks very much, I can’t see the other thread though, could you post a link? 👍🏻 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GFWilliams Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 I believe the 410 doesn’t have larger brake discs. They’re the same diameter, just 2 piece and J hook. @Seriouslylotus will clarify though I’m sure Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackyF1 Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 I've fitted Ferrodo DS Uno's. Seriously impressed, but again like the PF's they are a bit noisy. But initial bite is epic and serious retardation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tex Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 I think if you go away from the standard AP racing pads you will get squealing as the aftermarket pads all appear without a backing plate. No issue for track but on road a pain. I have just gone back to the AP’s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schnitzel Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 Same brakes and disc diameter mate. Just bought some RS14’s again for mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nordschleife666 Posted July 17, 2020 Report Share Posted July 17, 2020 I have used CL RC5+ in my previous Elise, very good bite and no squeal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2GOOD Posted July 17, 2020 Report Share Posted July 17, 2020 16 hours ago, Tex said: I think if you go away from the standard AP racing pads you will get squealing as the aftermarket pads all appear without a backing plate. No issue for track but on road a pain. I have just gone back to the AP’s I thought the standard pads in the cars were Ferodo DS2500 not Ap? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seriouslylotus Posted July 17, 2020 Report Share Posted July 17, 2020 2 hours ago, 2GOOD said: I thought the standard pads in the cars were Ferodo DS2500 not Ap? They are Ferodo DS25HP ..Supplied in the caliper by AP Racing 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrD Posted July 23, 2020 Report Share Posted July 23, 2020 PF8 or RC6 is next for me - I can't live with the poor initial bite of the DS2500. Yes more noise and rotor wear but given the annual mileage and limited number of TDs I should be fine. Correct me if I'm wrong but I've seen 2 different diameters for rotors, 332mm and 343mm. Am i right to think that the contact patch is actually the same? And if so, how can the bigger disc fitted to the OEM bell? Quote https://www.youtube.com/user/fiestaria Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seriouslylotus Posted July 24, 2020 Report Share Posted July 24, 2020 Longer mounting ears on the front discs Rear 343 discs will take the deeper front pad (Well the alcons do, not sure on others) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrD Posted July 24, 2020 Report Share Posted July 24, 2020 Thanks ^^ that makes sense then. I suppose calipers will also need spacers? Quote https://www.youtube.com/user/fiestaria Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seriouslylotus Posted July 24, 2020 Report Share Posted July 24, 2020 Yes with the 343 discs the calipers have spacers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piwo Posted August 19, 2020 Report Share Posted August 19, 2020 Ds2500 is shit. There are dsuno ds1.11 And ds 3.12 much much better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kristof Thys Posted August 19, 2020 Report Share Posted August 19, 2020 @piwo better for what? And oh, welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piwo Posted August 19, 2020 Report Share Posted August 19, 2020 Better on cold And first braking. with the ds2500, you press the brake pedal with a cold pad and wait 2 seconds for a response. with ds1.11 dsuno ds3.12 this is not there. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3eighty Posted August 24, 2020 Report Share Posted August 24, 2020 So the options seem to be PFC08, RS14 or CL RC5+ or RC6. Anyone have experience of multiple pads and can give a view? I recently moved to a v6. Previously ran an Elise in which I had CL RC6 - the pads which were absolutely mighty. The first time I braked after fitment, I felt like I was going to go through the windscreen vs OE disc bite. Absolutely no fade with the RC6 and you could just take the micky on the brakes on track - obviously given Elise power, you’d need to make up as much as you could by braking harder and later - these seemed perfect. A bit of noise but not too bad - a light hiss - enough to say racecar but not enough to bother anyone. Previously had some PFC01 on a v8 M3 and they were like nails on a blackboard when cold! The RC6 didn’t seem to lose their retardation qualities down to the wear limits. Highly recommended. No questions what to get next time I needed pads for the Elise. Am Now looking at pads for the 380 and wondering if to go for the RC6 again or RC5+ for slightly better disc life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GazzyFizzle Posted August 28, 2020 Report Share Posted August 28, 2020 Does the RC5+ make noise like the RC6 though? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nordschleife666 Posted August 29, 2020 Report Share Posted August 29, 2020 I used RC5+ in my last Elise, no noise, just a bit more on brake dust which is normal for performance pads Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3eighty Posted September 1, 2020 Report Share Posted September 1, 2020 Now have RC5+ incoming from Seriously Lotus for the Exige 380. Will report back... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExV6 Posted April 28, 2021 Report Share Posted April 28, 2021 Already some experiences with the RC5+? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seriouslylotus Posted April 29, 2021 Report Share Posted April 29, 2021 On 16/07/2020 at 10:20, GFWilliams said: I believe the 410 doesn’t have larger brake discs. They’re the same diameter, just 2 piece and J hook. @Seriouslylotus will clarify though I’m sure yes George is correct. 410 discs and pads are the same size as V6s , 350 sport, 380 sport etc etc J hook discs are APracing not Alcon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tex Posted October 11, 2021 Report Share Posted October 11, 2021 Anyone have experience of Endless Pads for the Exige ? I have used them on other track cars and they are excellent https://www.automek.co.uk/collections/lotus-exige-s1-s2/products/endless-mx72-performance-brake-pads-lotus-exige-3-5-410-17mm-thickness-2018-onwards-front-brake-pads-rcp100 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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