Why Do My Porsche Brakes Wear Out So Fast?

There is no doubt whatsoever that modern disc brakes are better than the older drum brakes. However the older drums have a slight edge in terms of using shoes as opposed to the pads found on disc brakes that are subject to wearing out quickly. It is natural for Porsche brake pads to wear out with time. However, driving style and habits may accelerate this process rapidly.

Driver Error

The most prominent factor that makes brakes wear out quickly is errors in driving. This is true especially with drivers who use one foot on the gas pedal and the other on the brakes. They often leave their foot on the brake pedal making the pads touch the rotor when the car is moving. This causes rapid wearing out of the pads. Other driving errors though not as common are hard braking and braking around corners.  Drivers that are used to stopping and going experience faster wearing out of their pads than those who use interstate driving.

Torn Piston Seal

If the piston seal is broken, the fluid will leak and so the piston will not return to its initial position. This creates a scenario whereby the pads are in contact with the rotor. In this way the wearing out of the pads is accelerated. You should ensure that you Porsche brake system is well inspected during routine maintenance checks.

Corroded Slide Pins

The caliper is designed to always slide smoothly. However, in old Porsche cars this may not be possible because the slide pins may be corroded. In this case the caliper sits off the center leaving the pad touching the rotor. This leads to quick wearing out of the pads.

Cheap Pads

Replacement pads come in all sorts of prices and quality. Most people tend to go for pads sold at lower prices. However, the drawbacks associated with such cheap options are many and very costly in the long term. These cheap pads wear out very quickly and some have pieces of metal that may damage the rotor. It is important to seek professional advice when replacing pads.

Abnormal Rotor Wear

In a well-functioning brake system, the rotor surface should be smooth and have the same thickness on either side. In the event that the rotors are worn out, they can lead to premature wearing out of the pads. In extreme cases it may crack the brake pads. This in turn becomes such an expensive ordeal. Remember there isn’t much you can do to prevent your brakes from wearing. They work as long as the car is on the move. The only thing that should keep you worried is when you have to keep on replacing your brake pads after just a few weeks. This is usually a sign of abnormal rotor wear, something that should get you concerned as it compromises you safety. Other than that, be sure to always take your Porsche for servicing. That way, you will have an easy time knowing what needs to be replaced and when.