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bo093
post Jul 21 2022, 07:53 AM

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Since I been dissapointed by Ultrex 680c.
Anyone tried Bendix Ultimate and Trestor Advantage?
I'm trying to exhausted brake pad selection before changing brake kit.

bo093
post Jul 22 2022, 09:21 AM

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QUOTE(GuyM @ Jul 21 2022, 10:53 AM)
Do you need bendix ultimate if not metal king is suffice. Make sure you or mechanic used their bendix grease on the back pad and do proper brake with abs fluid flush for maximum experience with stopping power feel
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Metal King still fade easily under my usage.
I use bendix grease on pins and back of the pads, even flushed every 2 years or before any track event.
Unless is bendix MKT from australia, is a bit different formulation. Which is I can't get it anymore.

QUOTE(rtk74 @ Jul 21 2022, 11:29 AM)
Brake kit = brake hardware or the caliper itself?
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Bigger brake kit, trying to avoid it, to minimise unsprung weight.

QUOTE(scoupe @ Jul 21 2022, 01:40 PM)
i am generally very picky with my brakes.. i dont like to swap calipers so i end up testing alot of the pads in the market.. so far the best one i got for my suprima is the Bendix ultimate. It bites hard. I've used TRW d tec, utter crap, brembo aftermarket boleh la. but all these are not even as good as the stock pads. so far Ultimate works best for aftermarket stuff. Great pedal feel with em too. however i will let u know in advance they really chew on the disc and they wear pretty quick. Every 2 pads i chuck my disc because i dont like the feel of skimmed disc.. if you are as sensitive you will know what i am talking about with skimmed disc, they feel somewhat slipery when the pads bite. I also abs bleed my system yearly either with dot 4 or dot 5.1 fluid.
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Chew on disc is a normal thing to go through on harsh compound pad.
But thank god, Saga BLM disc a set is about same price as skimming. tongue.gif
Unless I go for slotted disc, then is a different story.

So I guess from initial bite is good, hows the fade? Say on a downhill touge.

If this doesn't work, I guess swapping to bigger brake is the only way. doh.gif

bo093
post Jul 27 2022, 08:58 AM

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QUOTE(scoupe @ Jul 26 2022, 09:32 AM)
i never really drive hard downhill.. on regular drives downhill on genting and etc is fine especially the suprima being a pretty heavy car. if you plan to run high speed down hill then regular aftermarket brake pads wont cut it. You will need something with much higher temp ratings. 650c and above. prepare to fork out a much larger sum once you enter this category of pads. affordability is one, then there is availability problem as well. if your car is a popular enough car that people track often then shouldnt be a problem.
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I usually torture test brake pad to make sure their are up to task, is just a good feeling to know they work as they rated.
No way I can find 650c (that is properly rated) for Saga BLM. Bendix Ultimate is last choice before I make any brake upgrade.

QUOTE(nick2011 @ Jul 26 2022, 12:14 PM)
I just changed my pads to Bendix general CT. It's squeaking when I press my brakes hard. Is it normal?
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Check the following in order,
-Bedding in of pads
-Disc is evenly worn (no lips on outer edge for pads to rub on)
-Pads shim
-Apply anti squeal on rear of pads
-Check caliper hardware
bo093
post Jul 30 2022, 01:50 PM

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QUOTE(scoupe @ Jul 29 2022, 10:27 AM)
just make sure they flush it thru the system.. ive seen many shops that  suck out at the reservoir and refill jer which makes no sense cause the old stuff is still in the lines
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best part, they even charged as they flush/bleed the old fluid out. laugh.gif
that's why i do it myself.
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post Feb 5 2024, 07:40 AM

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QUOTE(ktek @ Feb 4 2024, 11:33 PM)
got recommend drum edition?
mvyi 2 disc 2drums
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i recommend trestor for drums.
bo093
post Feb 5 2024, 09:39 AM

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QUOTE(littlefire @ Feb 5 2024, 08:00 AM)
Trestor is the same OEM factory as Bendix in Thailand. Not bad for the value they sell, can consider cheaper option for Bendix.
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Same factory but different formulation.
Tried both troughout the ownership of my Saga BLM.

Trestor definitely have the better value.
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post Mar 11 2024, 08:29 PM

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QUOTE(cash_woo @ Mar 11 2024, 04:51 PM)
Bendix Metal King i used not so good in terms of stopping power and it generated noises. 

yet to test on Bendix Ultimate, TSW & Trestor
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My advice on Bendix Ultimate, if you can warm up the brakes and require higher working temp range.
Then buy it, as is only good if it get temps in it.
It works when cold but need to press harder.
Dangerous if the car is shared.

 

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