Brake Pad cross reference guide

[O Racer]

Hi Guys,

 

After a significantly long period off track and after a significant engine power upgrade I am ready for a track day next month.

 

My car is a 1991 Caterham Super Sprint 1700, it has stock front calipers, two pot.

 

My question when ordering replacement brake pads, what do I tell the seller is the origin of the replacement pads? I have heard in the past that the front calipers were the same as a Spitfire but that is a hazy memory.

 

Any suggestions on a suitable pad for track days and occasional street use?

 

I see in other posts suggested pad upgrades to Porterfield and Carbotech, any suggestions

 

Thanks

 

john

[locost7018]

Look at Dave Bean's web site. There may be a cross reference guide there. He published one for LOG 18. Do you have any pic's of the pads?

[James A]

If it looks like this caliper it is a Girling 14LF with a lot of pad choices, a lot, Hawk, PFC, Pagid, and Mintex all make pads for this caliper.

[O Racer]

I don't have a photo, car at another location, but Dave Beans is about a 45 min drive. Thanks for the tip

[O Racer]

James A.

 

Thanks, this is very helpful, it looks like the same caliper, I will check to see it is the same.

[The Stig]

Looks like standard Caterham fitment Triumph Spitfire spec calipers. I have been using Mintex 1144 compound for years and been great. This is the spec you'd need. https://www.meteormotorsport.com/shop/caterham/brakes-pads/mintex/mintex-1144-caterham-standard-front/

 

You should be able to source in the US.

[James A]

Mintex 1144 compound are an outstanding choice for street and track!