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Originally Posted by STI_TO_SS?

Instead of taking it down a notch (giving up speed) you might try a slightly different driving style. I understand the overwhelming urge to apply brakes at the last possible millisecond in order to extend maximum velocity, however....you might find there is an alternate approach which works very well. You may have noticed sudden maximum brake inputs result in an equally dramatic reaction from the car (recall for every action, there is a reaction) in addition to slowing. Even a nicely setup car like a camaro (although I have not tried out the 1le on the track yet) will go through a set of recovery reactions from harsh sudden inputs. A more measured and refined input will let you achieve your goals, IMHO, and not force the car to react so much, plus conserve your brakes. I find braking earlier, ensuring the input is gradual, increasing the pressure carefully, and then lifting off the brake equally tenderly works very very well. The goal is to apply your brakes in such a manner that no time is wasted by having to wait on the car to recover from a harsh abrupt input. As the car recovers more quickly from the braking phase, it is in turn ready to accept your next input (turning). But if you just wanted to see glowing rotors, your way probably works very well.

I was taught that short, hard stabs on the brakes are easier on them than long presses.