ColdForge brake pads are supplied pre-scorched and track-ready.

For most track use, they only require 1–2 gentle installation / sighting laps to align the pad to the disc before pushing on.

For more extreme use with very high disc temperatures, follow the Peak Temperature bedding procedure below to eliminate any chance of compound fade.

Standard Track Preparation

Installation / sighting laps
Complete 1–2 gentle laps to align the pads to the disc surface.

• Use light to moderate braking
• Gradually bring the brakes up to temperature
• Avoid heavy braking or ABS activation
• Do not hold the car stationary on hot brakes

For most track-day use, this is enough before normal running.

Peak Temperature Bedding

Only required if:

• you are running particularly high brake temperatures
• you want to condition the pads for maximum thermal load

Procedure

Carry out:

• 10 high-pressure snubs from 90 to 20 mph
• Use maximum acceleration between each stop
• Target approximately 0.8g deceleration
• Do not come to a complete stop during the cycle

Cooling phase

After the final stop, cool the system using the following:

• Drive 3 laps at 80% pace
• Follow with 1 cooldown lap
• Return to the pits
• Do not hold the car stationary on hot brakes

This process helps drive any residual outgassing elements from the friction compound that weren't removed with the scorch treatment.

Important

• Never hold the car stationary with hot brakes
• Allow brakes to cool with airflow after sessions
• Tribol ColdForge Brake Pads are for track use only

Brake Pad Bedding and Performance Troubleshooting

High-performance motorsport brake systems rely on reduction compound outgassing through the use of minimal organic ingredients. Common braking issues and remedies are detailed below.

Brake Judder / Vibration

A vibration through the brake pedal or steering wheel during braking, typically caused by poor pad to disc alignment, warped discs, heavily worn pads, or poorly tightened lug nuts on your wheel.

Solution

• Check lug nuts are correctly torqued
• Inspect discs
• If pads are new, perform another installation / sighting cycle to re-sight the pads to the discs
• If pads have been used previously, remove and inspect for uneven wear

Inconsistent Pedal Feel

Brake pedal feel varies under load, often caused by incomplete bedding or excessive temperature.

Solution

• Perform additional progressive braking events
• Ensure the brake system reaches consistent operating temperature
• Verify that pads and discs have completed a full bedding cycle
• Use thermal paints to assess disc temperatures during use
• While compounds are often rated to over 750 degrees, prolonged disc temperatures in excess of 700 degrees likely indicates your setup is under braked

Pad Glazing

A hardened or polished pad surface caused by insufficient heat during use, reducing friction performance.

Solution

• Perform several firm braking applications to remove the glazed friction layer
• Avoid prolonged light braking during the bedding process

Uneven Disc Surface

Race compounds have high metal content which can lead to excessive disc wear if paired against the wrong disc.

Solution

• Slotted or drilled discs better enable the removal of compound particulate helping to prevent excessive disc wear
  

Normal Characteristics of Motorsport Brake Pads

High-performance track compounds may produce:

• Increased brake dust
• Noise at low temperature
• Reduced friction until the pads reach operating temperature
• These characteristics are normal for motorsport brake systems.