The Fujin, named after the Japanese god of wind, is made for enthusiasts looking for a light, strong, and stylish wheel at a very affordable price point. It is built using the same MAT technology as the Enkei racing series wheels and is available in 17 and 18-inch configurations to fit a wide variety of vehicles.

The low weight, high strength, and value pricing of the Fujin make it ideal for those looking for improved performance and sleek styling without breaking the bank. All of these features are sure to make the Fujin a common sight at autocross events and track days everywhere.

NEW FOR 2011 (Available early 2011 – February 15th)
• Sizes 17 or 18″
• Black or Silver
• Spec-E Inspected
• MAT Technology

Many customers have submitted unsolicited opinions that saw immediate improvements in fuel economy after installing an Edge module or programmer. With Edge’s latest development — the Juice with Attitude for the 2006-2007 GM/Chevy Duramax LBZ/LLY engines — its engineers developed a specific “mileage” tune (Level 1). Edge’s engineers conducted a study to measure the effects of the Juice on fuel economy, and the results were amazing: the module increased fuel economy by 5.1%.

Test Setup
In order to consistently and reliably test fuel economy, a system was developed so that the fuel-delivery system was set up independent of the test vehicle’s fuel tank. This setup allowed the engine to burn fuel entirely from the test tank.

A Fairbanks counting weight scale accurate to five thousandths was used to measure the net fuel burned during the tests. The net weight of fuel burned during the test was then compared to a standard weight per gallon of diesel fuel, which allowed for an accurate calculation of fuel economy in miles per gallon.

A five gallon jug was modified with a fuel delivery and a fuel return line. A ½-inch rubber hose was used to deliver fuel from the test tank into the feed line on the engine. A similar 3/8-inch rubber line was used to return fuel to the test tank. The test tank sat on the Fairbanks scale, which allowed for real-time measurement of fuel burned. Additionally, the scale and test tank sat on an independent platform, which increased accuracy by preventing measurement errors which could be caused by floating hoses.

Test Procedure
Tests were run on a Mustang chassis dynamometer (dyno) using a constant load percentage test. The dyno was set to apply different loads depending on the test conducted. For accuracy, the cruise control was set at 70 MPH (1,820 RPM). Once 70 MPH had been reached, the trip odometer was reset and the starting weight value of the fuel was recorded. Once the trip odometer reached 20.0 miles, the weight of the value was again recorded. Additionally, a swamp cooler in the dyno room ran throughout the test in order to keep the dyno bay at constant cool temperature.

Tests were run in four sessions. While testing level one fuel economy improvements, four tests were run back to back: test one was at stock; test two was at level one; test three returned to stock; and test four was run at level one again. Running tests in this manner helps compensate for inconsistencies in the testing procedure, such as load fluctuations of the dyno with changes in temperature.

To calibrate the weight standard for one gallon of diesel fuel, a 16 oz. graduated cylinder was filled to the 16 oz. line and then fuel was added into a larger container which sat on the Fairbanks scale. Four 16 oz. measurements were then added to the larger container. The larger container and fuel were weighed on the scale. The weight of the container was subtracted from the gross weight, giving the net weight of the fuel. This amount was divided by four to derive the average weight of the four 16 fl. oz. measurements. This average weight was then multiplied by eight to find the weight per gallon of diesel.

Test Results
Test group one consisted of three stock runs and two level one runs under a 15% load on the dyno. Testing conditions are listed on the spreadsheet (below). From the averaged stock and level one runs, the Juice module increased fuel economy by 5.1%.

Test groups two, three, and four all operated under the same conditions. The load percentage on the dyno and the power levels were changed to see how fuel economy was influenced
under these conditions. All of the test blocks resulted in an increase of approximately 5% over stock.

Almost all of the companies that produce aftermarket performance electronics claim that their products could result in increased fuel economy. However, their claims are usually unsubstantiated customer assertions. Edge’s test thoroughly and conclusively proves that the LBZ/LLY Juice module not only produces horsepower gains of up to 100HP, but also saves customers 5% in fuel economy, definitively delivering the best of both worlds.

A great way to monitor your vehicle is with the Edge Insight CS and CTS Monitor

About DGR USA:

We are a new US based company out of Baltimore, MD offering the DGR High Performance Suspension kit. We have put a lot of R&D into the shocks to help them absorb road imperfections and provide superior ride comfort and control. This is acheived by using the best resources available to us, such as spherical bearings from KOYO in Japan, top seals from NOK in Japan and fork oil from IP in Italy.

These ARE NOT re-branded coilovers already on the market.

Our target audience is a buyer looking for the Full body adjustable coilover kit. The DGR High Performance Suspension is a 30 way double adjustable (damper and rebound) mono-tube design.We are competing in the “mid-level” market. Almost every kit comes with a spherical bearing pillowball upper mount.

DGR’s unique feature is customizable kits, but we also offer a kit ready to go. Tell us if you want “soft” DD/ Auto-X – a combo of comfort and weekend warrior capability, or “hard” which is an all out track ready set up. The shocks are valved according to the set up you choose. If neither of those work for you, say you have a Nissan 240sx (S13) with an LSx swap and a stripped car, then obviously rates and dampers will need some adjusting. Tell us the rates you need and in about 14 days, we have the kit that best suits you based on the information you give me, best of all; at no additional cost.

View DGR Coilover Kit Applications (more coming!)

Coilover Specs and Features:
1) 30 way, Double Adjustable (Damper/ Rebound)
2) Mono-Tube Construction
3) Full Height Adjustable
4) Pillowballs with Koyo spherical top bearings
5) Cold Wound, Heat treated Coils
6) Customizable spring rates, at NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE (plan for roughly 14 days for delivery on custom orders)
7) Customized kits are valve matched to the springs
8) DGR Suspension systems are NOT rebadged kits currently on the market.
9) Top spherical bearing is from KOYO in Japan
10) Seals are from NOK in Japan
11) Fork oil is from IP in Italy

The season started off a little slow for Gardella Racing and their AEM Sponsored Mobil 1 Pontiac Solstice driven by Ryan Tuerck, but they rallied about half way through the season and charged hard with two 2nd place finishes along the way to finish in 3rd place overall, taking the podium spot from Daijiro Yoshihara by just 1 point.

AEM Induction Systems recently had the opportunity to asked team owner Gary Gardella about their 2010 season and what may be coming down the pipe for 2011. Here’s what Gary had to say.

What were some of the major challenges your team faced for the 2010 season?
To start the season off, we were running our Ecotec 4 cylinder that produced a ton of HP, but just did not have the torque curve that was needed to keep up with some of the big shots in the Formula Drift series. So, starting the season off we knew we were at a disadvantage. Fortunately, we were able to turn this around for the second half of the season once we dropped in an LS7.

How do you feel about your team’s performance over the 2010 season?
I think it was phenomenal! I have always raced to win and this season was a major learning curve as I continue to adjust to a judged sport. As the season went on, I realized that I had to relax, begin to understand the sport as a whole, and not put so much pressure on myself and the team.

What was the highlight of the season for you?
The highlight of my season was in Evergreen Speedway when we finished 2nd to Tanner. It was not because we finished on the podium, but because the guests we had at the event had so much fun. They were on their feet the entire event rooting on Ryan Tuerck and the Mobil 1 Solstice.

What was the lowpoint of the season?
Not winning an event.

What are some of the most important lessons you’ve learned from the 2010 season?
Like I mentioned above, that winning is not everything. Throughout my entire racing career, I have raced to win. In drag racing you are able to make upgrades and modifications to the car and win. In drifting you are judged and the equipment you are using is only part of the equation. I have never lost so much in my entire career, yet this has been one of my most successful years in racing for many other reasons.

Are there any changes you’re planning to make for the 2011 season that you can share?
You will see many major changes in our program for 2011. To start, we are focused on building new competition cars during the off-season. There will be a second driver in our Solstice for a few select FD events. The team is also planning an international tour in the 2nd half of 2011.

Gardella Racing is definitely hitting their stride and looks to be one of the strongest contenders for the top of the podium in the upcoming 2011 season. They’ve learned so much from the 2010 season and it’s only going to help make next year that much better.

Tial 38mm Wastegate – V Band
- High temp NiCrFe based alloy is used for valve and 347SS valve housing will offer longer product life compared to competing designs.
- High temperature silicone Nomex reinforced actuator diaphragm.
- 17-7 PH Stainless Steel actuator spring gives consistent pressure at high temperature, resist “relaxing” at temperature to 900F (483C).
- Nitronic 60 Stainless Steel is used for the valve seat, and valve bushing.
- All Stainless Steel hardware.
- Mating weld flanges are 304L
- Color anodized aluminum actuator (Silver, Red, Blue, Purple, Black).
- 3 lower ports and two top ports for easy install, no need to rotate the actuator top at all, plugs included for unused ports.
-Ultra compact design fits in very tight spaces, the unit stands only 3.7″ tall, more compact than any other external wastegate on the market today.
- V-Band inlet and outlet make install easy, flanges and clamps are in the box!

Tial MVR 44MM Wastegate
- High temp NiCrFe based alloy is used for valve and 347SS valve housing will offer longer product life compared to competing designs.
- High temperature silicone Nomex reinforced actuator diaphragm.
- 17-7 PH Stainless Steel actuator spring gives consistent pressure at high temperature, resist “relaxing” at temperature to 900F (483C).
- Nitronic 60 Stainless Steel is used for the valve seat, and valve bushing.
- All Stainless Steel hardware.
- Mating weld flanges are 304L
- Color anodized aluminum actuator (Silver, Red, Blue, Purple, Black).
- 3 lower ports and two top ports for easy install, no need to rotate the actuator top at all, plugs included for unused ports.
-Ultra compact design fits in very tight spaces, the unit stands only 4.17″ tall, more compact than any other 44+mm external wastegate on the market today.
- V-Band inlet and outlet make install easy, flanges and clamps are in the box!
- Integrated -4 AN water cooling ports that cycle a small amount of coolant through the actuator top to keep the temperatures down in extreme conditions such as road racing. These are leak tested after installation from the factory and can be removed if not utilized.

Tial 38mm Wastegate
- 347 Stainless Steel Alloy is used for valve and valve housing.
- High temperature silicone Nomex reinforced actuator diaphragm.
- 17-7 PH Stainless Steel actuator spring gives consistent pressure at high temperature, resists “relaxing” at temperature to 900F (483C).
- Nitronic 60 Stainless Steel is used for the valve seat, and valve bushing the same material used in the higher level gates for reliability and longevity.
- CNC Machined 304L 12mm thick weld flanges.
- Low Cost.
- Made is USA.
- Color anodized 6061-T651 aluminum actuator (Silver, Red, Blue, Purple, Black).
- Wastegates shipped with air fittings and stainless hardware.
- Flanges are an extra cost, they do not come with the wastegate unit.

Valve Stem Options

The TiAL F38 is the only wastegate with the option to choose the valve stem’s protective coating. To keep the overall cost of the unit down, the choice of coating was left to the customer.
Lead Oxide which is present only when burning leaded fuels is corrosive to the Black coating on the Street valve’s stem. Extended use of leaded fuel will cause performance problems and unreliable valve actuation.
The Silver coating on the Race valve stem is resistant to the corrosive effects of Lead Oxide. Similarly works well with unleaded fuel. The Racing valve is available for an additional charge.

Tial 41mm Wastegate

– High temp NiCrFe based alloy is used for valve and 347SS valve housing will offer longer product life compared to competing designs.
- High temperature silicone Nomex reinforced actuator diaphragm.
- 17-7 PH Stainless Steel actuator spring gives consistent pressure at high temperature, resist “relaxing” at temperature to 900F (483C).
- Nitronic 60 Stainless Steel is used for the valve seat, and valve bushing.
- All Stainless Steel hardware.
- Mating weld flanges are 304L.
- Color anodized aluminum actuator (Black, Red, Blue, Purple).
- Wastegates shipped with air fittings and stainless hardware.

Tial 46mm Wastegate

-Nickel based super alloy is used for valve and high temp NiCrFe alloy for the valve housing offers superior product life under the most demanding conditions. (Turbo rotary applications 2000F (1093C) exhaust temperatures).
- High temperature silicone Nomex reinforced actuator diaphragm rated to 4 Bar.
- 17-7 PH Stainless Steel actuator spring gives consistent pressure at high temperature, resists “relaxing” at temperature to 900F (483C).
- Nitronic 60 Stainless Steel is used for the valve seat, valve bushing, and lower housing fastening hardware.
- Flows .32Kg/S at 1 Bar
-Color anodized 6061-T651 aluminum actuator (Silver, Red, Blue, Purple, Black).
- Wastegates are shipped with fasting hardware, 10mm aluminum banjo type air fittings, and gaskets.
- Race proven at Daytona 24hour, on Porsche GT2 Twin Turbo.
- Flanges are an extra cost, they do not come with the wastegate unit.

Tial 60mm Wastegate

- High temp NiCrFe based alloy is used for valve and 347SS valve housing will offer longer product life compared to competing designs.
- High temperature silicone Nomex reinforced actuator diaphragm.
- 17-7 PH Stainless Steel actuator spring gives consistent pressure at high temperature, resist “relaxing” at temperature to 900F (483C).
- Nitronic 60 Stainless Steel is used for the valve seat, and valve bushing.
- All Stainless Steel hardware.
- Mating weld flanges are 304L
- Color anodized aluminum actuator (Silver, Red, Blue, Purple, Black).
- Flows 330 CFM @ 1psi differential pressure

Invidia S2000 Single Rolled Tip Q300 Stainless Steel Exhaust

Invidia has released single rolled tip stainless steel exhaust for the Honda S2000 to go along with their already extensive S2000 exhaust line up. Invidia offers dual and single tip S2000 exhausts with N1 style or Q300 style mufflers, stainless steel or titanium.

Part #: HS00HS1GS3
Description: Honda S2000 Single Rolled Tip Q300 Stainless Steel Exhaust
Price: $599.99 Shipped

Ford met the heavy duty truck buyer market with its Super-Duty Line. Their stronger-than-ever F-250 and F-350 diesel have more payload and towing capacity. Ford’s new F-450 PowerStroke diesel V8 pickups have a gigantic 24,000 lb. towing capacity. Take a look at our 57-2576 features video to see dyno testing in progress.

K&N has developed an air intake system (57-2576) for the 2008, 2009 and 2010 Ford F-250 Super Duty with a 6.4 liter V8 Diesel engine, the 2008 to 2010 Ford F-350 Super Duty with a 6.4 liter V8 Diesel engine, the 2008 to 2010 Ford F-450 Super Duty with a 6.4 liter V8 Diesel engine, and the 2008 to 2010 Ford F-550 Super Duty with a 6.4 liter V8 Diesel engine.

K&N dynamometer testing shows a 16.4 horsepower gain at 2600 rpm and a 25.73 lbft gain of torque @ 2500 rpm. This is more than an 8 percent increase in torque compared to the original intake for improved towing and passing power.

The K&N air intake tube was designed and shaped to provide the maximum amount of horsepower while staying within the factory parameters for this twin turbo application. There is no need to re-program when you run our K&N air intake system. The 57-2576 makes use of the factory mass air sensor and electric filter minder.

The lifetime replacement K&N air filter (RU-5172) is washable and reusable. It is made of six layers of cotton gauze for maximum surface area and filtration. With proper care diesel motors typically last longer than gas motors. Our K&N air filter ensures you will get the protection your diesel motor needs. Our air intake system includes a powder coated heat shield which isolates the K&N air filter from engine heat.

Designed to be installed in 90 minutes or less, our K&N F150 air intake systems are backed by the famous K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty. Take a look at our 57-2576 installation video to see all the steps involved.

Skunk2 is proud to introduce its three-inch, Skunk2 MegaPower RR Exhaust for Honda’s ’06-’10 Civic Si. The impressive, 76mm (three-inch) MegaPower RR system is available for both coupe and sedan models and is manufactured of high-quality, T-304 stainless steel. Each MegaPower RR Exhaust is CNC mandrel bent and robotically TIG welded to ensure proper fitment and a consistent finish. Mandrel bending allows the tubing to maintain a constant diameter throughout for uninterrupted flow. Skunk2 MegaPower RR Exhaust systems feature straight-through, low-restriction, oversized mufflers polished to a high luster and removable silencers for customizable noise control.

Skunk2 MegaPower RR Exhausts feature a louder tone when compared to smaller diameter MegaPower and MegPower R systems and allow engines to breathe more efficiently and produce more power thanks to their larger diameter piping. MegaPower RR Exhausts are designed for forced induction engines as well as those featuring high compression, aftermarket camshafts, racing headers, high-flow intake manifolds, and aftermarket ECUs. Skunk2 MegaPower Exhausts are currently used by a number of professional race teams, including Compass 360 Racing’s championship-winning, Grand-Am Honda Civic Si race cars that each produce upwards of 240 whp.

An exhaust system that performs well is critical to engine performance. Skunk2 MegaPower Exhaust systems are designed with this in mind and are based off of more than 15 years’ worth of racing experience. Carefully selected tubing lengths and diameters optimize air flow and volume and increase wave scavenging effects for increased horsepower. Like all MegaPower Exhausts, Skunk2′s ’06-’10 Civic Si MegaPower RR Exhaust system is dyno-tested and proven for maximum, usable power gains.

FEATURES:
Ideal for Highly Modified NA And Turbocharged Vehicles
Optimized, Free-Flow Design
Low Restriction, Oversized Muffler
Robotically TIG Welded
T-304 Stainless Steel Construction
Precision CNC Mandrel Bent
Removable Silencer Included
110mm Polished Tip
Acid-Etched MegaPower RR Badge
All Hardware Included

Part Number: 413-05-6025 (coupe)
Part Number: 413-05-6030 (sedan)

Many of our customers use the Eibach Pro Kits with their factory shocks.

Eibach PRO-KIT is the perfect answer for most frequently-driven street cars. It’s our legendary spring system that dramatically improves both a vehicle’s performance and appearance.

PRO-KIT lowers your Taurus’ SHO center of gravity, reducing squat during acceleration, body roll in corners and excessive nose-dive under braking. When combined with Plus-1 or Plus-2 wheels and tires, the Eibach PRO-KIT is the finishing touch to a winning recipe for performance. PRO-KIT also reduces excessive fender-well clearance, making your car look just as hot as it performs.

Every Eibach PRO-KIT is designed and tested by our suspension engineers and performance driving professionals, to deliver aggressive good looks and high performance handling, without ever compromising safety or ride quality. By using our proprietary, progressive spring design, PRO-KIT provides the ultimate balance to take your passion for driving to a whole new level.

High Performance Handling and Aggressive Good Looks
Lower Center of Gravity — Lowers Taurus SHO 0.8″ Front and 1.1″ Rear
Stop Quicker, Corner Faster and get Better MPG
Excellent Ride Quality
Million Mile Warranty

Eibach Pro-Kit #35124.140

High Performance Handling and Aggressive Good Looks
Lower Center of Gravity — Lowers Taurus SHO 0.8″ Front and 1.1″ Rear
Stop Quicker, Corner Faster and get Better MPG
Excellent Ride Quality
Million Mile Warranty

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
FRONT:
OE rate: 31 N/mm (177 lbs/in)
PK rate: 37 N/mm (212 lbs/in)
Tubing: None
Bump-stop: New Eibach Springs bumpstop
Damper: New OE
OE wheel center to fender: 420mm (16.5in)
PK wheel center to fender: 400mm (15.7in)

Front Alignment:
OE Camber Left/Right = -0.40/-0.60 +/-0.75 deg
OE Caster Left/Right = 3.1/3.3 +/-0.75 deg
OE Toe = 0.2 +/-0.2 deg
PK Camber Left/Right = -0.5/-0.70 deg
PK Caster Left/Right = 3.4/3.5 deg
PK Toe = 0.2 deg

Pro-Kit can be aligned to OE specifications.
Approximate installation time: 1.5 hr

REAR:
OE rate: 89 N/mm (507 lbs/in)
PK rate: Progressive 60-107 N/mm (342-612 lbs/in)
Tubing: None
Bump-stop: New OE
Damper: New OE
OE wheel center to fender: 432mm (17.0in)
PK wheel center to fender: 405mm (15.9in)

Rear Alignment:
OE Camber = -1.00 +/-0.75 deg
OE Toe = 0.24 +/- 0.2 deg
PK Camber = -1.7 deg
PK Toe = 0.24

Pro-Kit can be aligned to OE specifications.
Approximate installation time: 1.0 hr

Hawk Performance brake products are engineered to allow users to control, command and conquer whatever type of terrain their vehicle is designed for. Decades of experience developing friction materials for Aerospace, Industrial, Military, Automotive and Motorsports applications give us an advantage over the competition. Our advanced friction technology enables us to provide the right brake pad for whatever you drive, and wherever you drive. What separates Hawk Performance from all the rest?

AEROSPACE: While others claim Aerospace technology, we drive it. As the leading global OE supplier to this industry, we set the trends for advanced friction technology.

MILITARY: As a primary supplier for Military tanks, heavy equipment and a wide variety of land vehicles, our friction materials perform flawlessly in nearly every form of brutal terrain around the globe.

MOTORSPORTS: Our products are utilized by more champions than any other friction manufacturer. In the heat of battle, Hawk Performance provides race car drivers with a substantial competitive edge.

AUTOMOTIVE: Recognized as the leader in the performance street market, our products provide improved braking over original equipment and leading aftermarket competitors. Hawk Performance, the first and best choice to increase your braking capability.

Hawk HPS Brake Pads – High Performance Street Brake Compound – Superior Stopping Power
HPS – High Performance Street disc brake pads are world renowned for increasing stopping power on your street legal vehicle. Increasing the performance of your vehicles braking system is easy when you choose Hawk Performance’s HPS braking compound. This unique Ferro-Carbon formula was developed for street performance using the safety and quality of Aerospace and Motorsports severe-duty friction technology.

The High Performance Street compound offers a higher coefficient of friction over stock brake pads and can provide you 20-40% more stopping power and higher resistance to brake fade than most standard replacement pads. Less fade means you will have a highly durable brake pad with less brake dust.

Hawk Ceramic Brake Pads
Hawk Performance offers a premium, high performance, ultra-low dust, low noise compound called Performance Ceramic.

Performance Ceramic is engineered to reduce brake NVH (Noise, Vibration and Harshness), creating a quieter performing brake pad. Furthermore, the ceramic brake pad formula has a linear friction profile that allows your ABS brake system to work more effectively. With Performance Ceramic you can expect reduced brake pad wear, lower dust output levels and a rotor-friendly brake pad.

Performance Ceramic – quiet, clean & fast stopping!

Hawk HP Plus Brake Pads – Autocross & Track Brake Compound
Hawk Performance’s HP Plus brake pad compound is ideal for Autocross and Track Day drivers looking for a high performance race compound that can take the heat of the track and get you home safely without having to change the pads.

HP Plus utilizes a unique Ferro-Carbon, high-tech friction material that was developed and manufactured for sport driving in autocross, Solo II and “track day” applications. The Ferro-Carbon formulation offers lower wear rates and higher torque values than other competitive materials.

Extremely high coefficient of friction makes HP Plus the perfect upgrade over stock for high performance streetcars used in autocross competition or that experience repetitive, heavy braking.

Hawk LTS Brake Pads – Light Truck and SUV Brake Compound – A Better Way to Stop Your Truck and SUV!
Hawk Performance has applied their severe-duty brake pad friction technology to the braking demands of trucks and SUVs. Heavier vehicles with larger brake systems are more likely to experience higher temperatures, requiring a brake pad that has excellent heat dissipation characteristics.

The new LTS (Light Truck & SUV) Brake Pad Compound utilizes Hawk Performance’s established and proven Ferro-Carbon formulation to provide superior stopping power for full-sized light trucks, SUVs and vans without noise and dust.

Hawk Super Duty Brake Pads – Severe-Duty Truck Brake Compound – Extreme Braking for Extreme Payloads
SD – Hawk’s SuperDuty Ferro-Carbon material is engineered for severe-duty professional truck fleets and trucks and SUVs towing heavy loads. This material offers unmatched braking performance under high inertia and/or repetitive braking applications.

To drive safely with heavy payloads it is critical to have brakes that operate properly. Heavy fleet trucks and light trucks and SUVs carrying heavy tow loads experience high braking temperatures. Higher temperatures contribute to premature brake pad and rotor wear. Hawk Performance’s SuperDuty product is a sophisticated material that has an extremely high coefficient of friction designed to provide maximum truck and SUV stopping power with excellent high temperature heat dissipation.

Upgrade your fleet or tow vehicle’s braking performance with Hawk Performance’s SuperDuty, Sever-Duty compound!

How to install Hawk Brake Pads

• Install brake pads properly. Be sure pads are securely positioned in the caliper.
• Flush system with fresh brake fluid.
• Check all hydraulic parts for excess wear and tear.
• Check disc for proper thickness, parallelism, and lateral runout.
• Check disc for scoring or grooves over .012”depth. If either applies, resurfacing is required.
• If discs do not need resurfacing, then contamination from the previous brake pads must be removed. Sand discs with 130 grit sandpaper using moderate pressure. Use soap and water to clean discs’ surface after sanding and machining. Discs should be free and clear of oil, grease, and brake fluid.
• Inspect calipers for freedom of movement. Lubricate where necessary.

1. After installing new brake pads, make 6 to 10 stops from approximately 30-35 mph applying moderate pressure.
2. Make an additional 2 to 3 hard stops from approximately 40 to 45 mph.
3. DO NOT DRAG BRAKES!
4. Allow 15 minutes for brake system to cool down.
5. After step 4 your new pads are ready for use.

Correct brake pad break-in (bedding) is important to assure quality braking performance over the life of the pad. This procedure allows the rubbing surface of the brake pad to be brought to temperatures, creating a transfer-film layer of friction material to be applied to the rotor surface. This allows the brake pad material to rub against itself rather than the bare rotor. This increases the stopping performance of the brake pad and can reduce pad and rotor wear.

There are a number of reasons why a person can experience brake noise. Sometimes brake squeal can be an indicator that there is a problem. Maintenance is required if you experience brake squeal for any of the following reasons:

• Lack of friction material (brakes need to be replaced)
• Loose fitting brake in the caliper
• Loose fitting or missing brake hardware (i.e. shims, anti-rattle clips)
• Loose lug nuts or caliper hardware
• Debris caught between the rotor and the surface of the brake pad
• Heat cracked or worn rotors
• Uneven finish on resurfaced rotors

Sometimes a user may experience brake noise when no maintenance is required. We call these NVH (Noise, Vibration and Harshness) issues. Brake squeal is typically caused by vibration between the brake pads, rotors, and brake calipers. Some brands of semi-metallic brakes are more likely to experience brake squeal due to the metallic ingredients in the brake pads. Hawk Performance has a great reputation for being a low noise, high performance pad.

To prevent brake squeal, choose Hawk Performance high performance disc brake pads as your upgrade over other aftermarket brake suppliers. The next best steps you can take to avoid having noisy brakes are:

• Turn / machine the rotors (machining off a small layer of the brake rotor to make it smooth again)
• Wash and dry the rotor to rid of debris
• Install the pads securely and according to instruction
• Properly bed-in the pads according to instruction
• Apply a thin layer of a silicone compound called anti-squeal brake lube on the back of the brake pads