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Old 10-01-2010, 07:39 AM
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I used Pagid pads front and back on my X. Below is the recommended bedding procedure straight from Pagid.

The bedding in/break in procedure should be done as follows:
• Drive at approx. 35 mph (60 kmh) for about 500 yards (solid front discs) to 800 yards (vented front discs) while slightly
dragging the brakes (i.e. light brake pedal pressure). This process allows the brake temperature to slowly and evenly build up
to 300°C (572°F).
• Now, if possible, drive about 2200 yards maintaining the same speed without braking. This will allow the pads and discs to
cool down evenly. After this cool-down, perform a normal brake application from 35 mph to 0. No panic stops!
• Now, the friction surface has evenly developed friction coal, the pads have bonded with the disc surface, and tensions in the
disc materials will have disappeared.
• Only trained master mechanics should perform this procedure before delivering the vehicle to its owner. Do not expect your
customer to properly finish your brake job!
• This bedding process is only suitable for the front axle - not the rear. This is due to the brake force distribution of front and
rear axles. In order to reach 300°C (527°F) on the rear pads you would have to drive several miles with dragging brakes.
However, in that time the front brakes will be glowing red, overheating and thus destroying the front brakes.
• Final note – don’t forget to clean hubs and check the wheel bearings. Also, the brake fl uid should be replaced at least every
2 years.
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