EBC Yellowstuff Brake Pads for 2022+ Subaru WRX

EBC Yellowstuff is a high-friction brake pad designed to perform from cold and features a brake-in surface coating for quick self-seating after installation. While the Yellow grade performs well for shorter track sessions, lapping on lighter cars, or drifting, it does require a longer bedding-in period. For dedicated track use in your VB WRX, it is recommended to opt for Bluestuff, RP-1, or RP-X pads, or plan for extended brake bedding time if using Yellowstuff for track driving.

Vehicle Fitment:
• 2022+ Subaru WRX (VB)

Features:
• Suitable for Fast streetcars, wherever a decent brake power upgrade is required.
• Super quiet smooth braking under all conditions, fully shimmed slotted and chamfered construction
• Excellent cold bite coupled with high-temperature fade resistance
• Progressive braking with unparalleled pedal feel
• Drastically reduced stopping distances compared to OE
• Brake-In™ coating helps to accelerate pad bed in period
• For track use Bluestuff may be a better choice due to bedding in speed which is much shorter with Blue
• Made with Nucap NRS hooks on back plates to totally eliminate the chance of pad debond

EBC Yellowstuff Bed-in Procedure:

• Fast Street use Pre Bed Fade 1 – drive 50 to 100 miles on Public road/highway normal driving to allow the pads to mate up to the disc and establish full contact followed by 8 stops from 80 mph to 30 mph at 300-yard intervals and then coasting allowing the brakes to cool.

Yellowstuff, although track-capable, is no longer recommended for track use on most cars due to its long bed in the process. BlueStuff is now our recommended entry-level race pad for all vehicles, which as a track hybrid is still great on the street and even better on track. But if you are to use Yellowstuff on the track, follow the below Fade procedures;

• FADE 2 – After the basic street pre-bed above is performed on the road or at the track if installed there …..Perform 10 medium pressure snubs at the track from 80-20mph leaving 300 meters between each snub (approx 0.4g decel) Allow pads to cool for 15 minutes minimum after coasting to the pits allowing brakes to cool a little.
• FADE 3 – Perform 6 high-pressure snubs from 90-20mph with a maximum acceleration between consecutive snubs. (approx 0.8g decel, or 80% of an emergency stop)
  Allow the brakes to fully cool for a minimum of 1 hour before the race session.
  We advise using disc heat paint to ensure green fade is avoided, continue reading below for more details

More Info:
EBC Yellowstuff brake pads are ECE safety tested, ensuring optimal performance from cold, often outperforming stock pads. When exposed to heat, Yellowstuff showcases its capabilities, delivering superior stopping power, especially on Japanese and German cars, where it often surpasses the performance of OE pads. Yellowstuff pads are highly efficient, offering high friction and excellent heat resistance, making them suitable for fast street driving and heavy-duty use, such as in police vehicles or trucks towing heavy loads.

In 2021, EBC reformulated Yellowstuff to comply with environmental regulations by removing copper, resulting in a longer-lasting pad. However, the extended bedding-in process now makes it less ideal for track use, where quicker bedding is desired. For those planning on track days, EBC recommends Bluestuff pads for their faster bed-in time and higher fade resistance. While Yellowstuff remains a popular choice for street use and lighter track cars, drivers seeking quicker bedding and enhanced track performance should consider Bluestuff or even higher-grade race pads like the RP or SR series.

Yellowstuff remains a favorite for high-performance vehicles, especially in applications like the Mazda MX5 Miata UK race series and drifting. It's also used in the UK Silverstone Race Track Drivers experience cars and has earned wins in the Targa rally and the Brazil Mitsubishi Off-Road Team Desert Challenge. In 2022, EBC introduced Bluestuff with an even quicker bed-in process and greater fade resistance, solidifying its position as a go-to option for track drivers.

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