ME-20 or MX-72

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WV GTR

Discussion Starter · Aug 24, 2011

About to head to my first trackday in the GTR and need to get the car ready. I have done several trackdays in previous cars and always used XP-10/12's with great success. I have found it harder to get to the track as often and was thinking I may be able to pull off a track/street pad compromise. I have read about 6 pages of previous posts and think I will go with the ME-20, or should I go with the MX-72 ? I may make 3-4 events a year (blue/red group) and dont mind a little noise if needed on the street.
Thanks

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35R

· #2 · Aug 24, 2011

I would go with MX72's if you are doing relatively infrequent track days

jonnyt5050

· #3 · Aug 24, 2011

MX72s are terrific for occasional tracker.

They're great for street driving. Pretty decent for tracking (unless you're a track junkie).

[email protected]

· #4 · Aug 24, 2011

MX72's should be fine for double duty...if you really plan to punish the car at the track (red group leads me to believe you will be fairly aggressive out there) and brake noise is not an issue for you...then I would recommend the ME20's in your situation!

Scott

doborder

· #5 · Aug 24, 2011

I used both ME20 and MX72. For occasional track use, MX72 is great. Easy on the street. The ME20's gets a bit loud after a good track event.

[email protected] said:
MX72's should be fine for double duty...if you really plan to punish the car at the track (red group leads me to believe you will be fairly aggressive out there) and brake noise is not an issue for you...then I would recommend the ME20's in your situation!

Scott

sjj31

· #6 · Sep 15, 2011

I have the 72s and am going to change to the 20s when they wear down is there any special prep that needs to be done to the rotors to move from the 72s to the 20s? Ie in theory could you swap back and forth or are they different compounds?

2010 Nissan Super Silver GTR - New Build April, 2014 @ 32,000 Miles (After 3 years of Bolt-On Fun!)
Engine:Jack's Transmissions Engine Refresh (Forged Manley Rods & Pistons,Gaskets, Bearings, Seals etc.) + Heat Shielded Engine Bay
Turbo's:GTC Stock Frame Spec V Turbos,Ported Upper/Lower Manifold,GTC 60mm Inlets,AMS 4Bar MAP Sensor
Tune:EcuTek - Ben Linney SD Flex Fuel Tune using Gotboost SD Kit and Visconti Flex Fuel Kit
Fuel/Injectors:Walbro 485 Pumps with AMS Hobbs Switch & Hardwired and Jack's Seals,SIR 1150cc Injectors
Bolt-Ons:HKS Legamax Catback,HKS Non-Res Midpipe,GTC 90mm DP's,Gotboost 3" Intakes w/Green Filters
Tranny:Built Stage 2+ - Billet Dodson Baskets A&B+PPG 1st Gear,Jack's 16 plate Clutch & Bell Housing Upgrade (drives like stock)
Cooling: ETS Intercooler/GotBoost IC Piping,SSP Tranny Cooler,Dodson Oil Thermo, AAM Oil Catch Can
Brakes: Alcon HD 396mm/JHook Rotors,Forged SS Lines,Hawk DTC 70/60 Pads,Upgraded OEM Painted Calipers (RB Stainless pistons/blue melt-proof seals/boots)
Fluids:Shell Rotella T 15w40 Engine (Jack's recommended), Castrol Diff, Jack's Special Tranny Mix, Castrol SRF Brake
Wheels:Yokohama AVS F7 20x10+30,20x11+25,TSM Track Spacers (10/15mm),Toyo R888 285/35/20,315/30/20
Suspension:Full Penske 2 Way Coilovers with Eibach GTR Sway Bar Front and Rear, Corner Balanced, Track Aligned
Track:SFS Strut Bar,APR100-7718 Studs 12x1.5,Muteki Lugs,Sparco Harness Bar,Shroth 4PT,Difflow 5E Diffuser,Forged SW Lock
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d-pak

· #7 · Sep 15, 2011

this:

http://www.essexparts.com/learning-center/cat/brake-rotors/post/swapping_pads

sjj31

· #8 · Sep 16, 2011

d-pak said:
this:

http://www.essexparts.com/learning-center/cat/brake-rotors/post/swapping_pads

Wow!! Thanks!

2010 Nissan Super Silver GTR - New Build April, 2014 @ 32,000 Miles (After 3 years of Bolt-On Fun!)
Engine:Jack's Transmissions Engine Refresh (Forged Manley Rods & Pistons,Gaskets, Bearings, Seals etc.) + Heat Shielded Engine Bay
Turbo's:GTC Stock Frame Spec V Turbos,Ported Upper/Lower Manifold,GTC 60mm Inlets,AMS 4Bar MAP Sensor
Tune:EcuTek - Ben Linney SD Flex Fuel Tune using Gotboost SD Kit and Visconti Flex Fuel Kit
Fuel/Injectors:Walbro 485 Pumps with AMS Hobbs Switch & Hardwired and Jack's Seals,SIR 1150cc Injectors
Bolt-Ons:HKS Legamax Catback,HKS Non-Res Midpipe,GTC 90mm DP's,Gotboost 3" Intakes w/Green Filters
Tranny:Built Stage 2+ - Billet Dodson Baskets A&B+PPG 1st Gear,Jack's 16 plate Clutch & Bell Housing Upgrade (drives like stock)
Cooling: ETS Intercooler/GotBoost IC Piping,SSP Tranny Cooler,Dodson Oil Thermo, AAM Oil Catch Can
Brakes: Alcon HD 396mm/JHook Rotors,Forged SS Lines,Hawk DTC 70/60 Pads,Upgraded OEM Painted Calipers (RB Stainless pistons/blue melt-proof seals/boots)
Fluids:Shell Rotella T 15w40 Engine (Jack's recommended), Castrol Diff, Jack's Special Tranny Mix, Castrol SRF Brake
Wheels:Yokohama AVS F7 20x10+30,20x11+25,TSM Track Spacers (10/15mm),Toyo R888 285/35/20,315/30/20
Suspension:Full Penske 2 Way Coilovers with Eibach GTR Sway Bar Front and Rear, Corner Balanced, Track Aligned
Track:SFS Strut Bar,APR100-7718 Studs 12x1.5,Muteki Lugs,Sparco Harness Bar,Shroth 4PT,Difflow 5E Diffuser,Forged SW Lock
Look

F CF Side Sills,Spats,ExShrouds,Rexpeed CF-M Splitter,OEM DRL's,SP LED Kit,GTMotoring Tow Hook
Extras:Hushmat Ultra (rear&trunk),Front Clear Bra,Full Tint,Clear JDM markers,Escort 9500ci Custom,VBOX

GTRNY

· #9 · Sep 17, 2011

either one will crack the rotor ?

DocNrock

· #10 · Sep 23, 2011 (Edited by Moderator)

GTRNY said:
either one will crack the rotor ?

Any pads will lead to cracked OEM rotors when tracking because of the cross-drilled design of the rotors. If you're going to be tracking, consider something like AP Racing's J hook rotors. They are less expensive than OEM and won't crack like the stockers will. I got 18 track days out of my front J hooks and probably could have gotten a few more, but I replaced them. The rear J hooks still look great.

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Stop: AP Racing J-hook rotors, Endless ME20 pads, Stillen stainless brake lines, Endless RF-650 fluid.

Handling: Stillen sway bars, Dunlop SportMaxx 285's x 4, KW Coilover Sleeve kit, custom track alignment.

Accoutrements: Traqmate Complete/Chase Cam, GT Motoring tow hook, ARP studs, Project Kics R40 lugnuts. Passenger seat mount Halon extinguisher.

MrJimi

· #11 · Sep 28, 2011

how about for (heavy) street use , would you recommend the AP slotted or still j-hooks ..

Goodwood

· #12 · Sep 28, 2011

It's been reported that J Hooks are a bit noisy vs slotted. I could never hear mine due to my exhaust. Based on those reports, for street use, I'd have to recommend their slotted design.

MrJimi

· #13 · Sep 28, 2011 (Edited by Moderator)

I wont be doing any type of road racing , just sprint driving around town .. Was thinking the Mx-72 with J-hooks or slotted .. haven't decided ..

[email protected]

· #14 · Sep 28, 2011

J-Hooks with MX72 should be a great combination for street driving

Shoot me a pm..i'd be happy to help you get a package deal on them both!

Scott

Greg S.

· #15 · Sep 29, 2011

Also, consider the Fontana Racing Rotors with the MX-72s. Nice combo.

[email protected]

· #16 · Sep 29, 2011

yes...we use these rotors on our R35 race car...they work great! Still have a few sets in stock! And can't beat the price of $849.99 for the pair

Scott

skxf430

· #17 · Oct 9, 2011

For street, I would just stick with the stock rotors and pads. They are more than adequate for street driving.

NJR35

· #18 · Nov 1, 2011

I have the me20 with j hook , not too noisy. Just when it almost come to complete stop

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