Stock Z4M. Fluid is ATE Type 200. Never had any issues with the stock setup over several dozen autocross events. I am doing my first track day on a "big boy" track in a couple weeks. My friend highly suggested getting new pads, but I'm not sure what to get. The car is occasionally used on the street but sees most of its use at autocross and a couple track days this year. I do not want to switch pads back and forth. I do not mind a lot of brake dust. Noisy/squeaky brakes are annoying but not an absolute deal breaker.
Hawk Street Race or HP Plus? Pagid S Sport? Something else?
Do all four corner's pads need to be changed or do you only do the front?
Do you have to change rotors at the same time even if they have plenty of life left?
I have read that some say stock pads are fine for a beginner. I mentioned this to my buddy, who is an accomplished road racer and autocrosser, and he agreed that stock pads are good for a beginner but he thinks that I will cook the pads, from how he's seen me drive at autocross events.
Any tips would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance!
