Placing the DBA and intial testing

Before we're going to put these parts online we need to test them to see if they are up to our needed standarts.

As you can see the difference is pretty noticable. Our brake pads really needed replacement but you can see the difference in the pictures.

On the left you can see the new DBA pads and on the right the original BMW pads.

Today we placed the DBA discs and pads on our demo / testing BMW F87 m2.

Fitting the kit is nice and easy as all dimensions are the same as OEM.

After getting the brakes bedded in we went for a small test on our local backroads the first things we noticed is that we didn't need to put as much pressure on the pedal as before.

So our first thoughts are very positive.

The brake pads we decided to go for were the extreme performance pads. These are good for the ocacional track use and street use as we need to get the m2 to and from the track on public roads.

It needs to be a good balance between full on race and street so that the other drivers don't get scared because a quick stopping car in front of them.

Specifications for the brake pads: 

• Semi-metallic, carbon fibre friction material
• G-G Class Friction (0.45 average mu from low to high temperatures)
• Excellent high temperature performance
• Optimal braking consistency up to 550℃ (1022℉)

For the discs we decided to go the full track route.

We went for the T3 5000 series for optimal braking performance combined with the Extreme performance pads. 

"T3 Slot 48 precision CNC machined slots"	Tri-Symmetrical curve slots dampens the vibration harmonics or noise	A quieter, responsive and smoother brake pedal feel
	Increased number of out-gassing exit points for brake pad friction gasses to escape through	Increases the consistency and effectiveness of every brake stop
	Universal slot design	Eliminates the need for left and right discs
Kangaroo Paw – 144 diamond and tear drop pillar ventilation system	Increased surface area resulting in greater heat dissipation	Minimises brake fade and increases braking effectiveness
	Increased surface area resulting in greater heat dissipation	Prolongs service life for both pads and rotors. Reduces mechanical damage and associated costs
XG150 High Carbon Alloyed Iron	An increase in thermal capacity property allows the rotor to handle constant extremes of heat over extended periods of time	Minimises warping and cracking and prolongs the service life of the rotor
Thermal Stability Profiling	Special formulation designed to respond to DBA’s TSP process	Minimises warping and cracking and prolongs the service life of the rotor
Thermographic Temperature Monitoring	Heat paint markings change colour at specific temperature thresholds	Offers the driver a clear indication of peak braking temperatures
	When temperature thresholds are exceeded paint markings will permanently change colours	Allows the driver to monitor rotor fatigue and decide on rotor replacement and to assist resellers with warranty claims
Paint protection on non-friction areas	Reduces corrosion	Stops any unsightly rust formation