How to Improve Porsche GT Braking: The Case for Manthey Performance Brake Pads
When it comes to Porsche GT models, outright speed is only half the equation. Reliable, repeatable stopping performance is just as critical, especially for owners who push their cars hard on road and track. Our trackday community knows better than anyone that braking consistency is the key to confidence at the limit.
We have been upgrading Porsche brake systems since day one. Whilst drivers’ desires have stayed the same, braking technology has evolved significantly. One question we are asked time and time again is: “What are the best brake pads for my Porsche?” After extensive client feedback and our own testing, the answer is clear: Manthey brake pads deliver one of the best all-round performance and reliability profiles of any pads available today. Here’s why:
Factory Porsche GT Brake Pads Have Become More Eco-Focused
Porsche’s commitment to environmentally conscious materials has led to notable changes in the composition of OEM GT brake pads. While admirable, this shift has resulted in reduced durability and faster degradation, especially under hard use.
We are seeing and hearing about GT cars with very low mileage, sometimes just beyond the run-in period (first 1,000 miles), already exhibiting significant pad degradation. This highlights the growing importance of considering high-performance brake pad upgrades, particularly for fast road or track applications.
Larger Contact Patch and Improved Compound = Stronger Bite and Better Control
One of the standout characteristics of Manthey pads is their increased friction surface area when compared with the factory pad design. Additionally the pad’s compound is designed to improve brake feel and crucially, brake modulation.
A larger pad footprint provides a greater contact patch and increased braking force, when paired with the advanced pad compound, the benefits are clear:
- Sharper initial bite
- More linear pedal response
- Improved modulation at the limit
This transforms the brake feel, allowing drivers to brake later, with more confidence and precision, ideal for anyone who regularly attends trackdays or simply values optimum control during spirited driving.
20% Greater Thickness for Improved Longevity
Manthey brake pads are engineered with longevity in mind. At 12.6 mm thickness, they are approximately 20% thicker than Porsche’s standard 10.6 mm GT pads. This is particularly important as once a pad gets down to circa 50% thickness the level of heat soak increases significantly resulting in the likelihood of damage and break up to the pad surface increasing from this point onwards.
The benefits are immediate:
- Longer service life
- Improved thermal stability
- Superior heat dissipation
- More consistent performance during extended sessions
For track users in particular, this additional material offers far better resistance to fade, glazing and premature wear.
Pre-Bedded Pads for Instant, Consistent Performance
One of Manthey’s most appreciated recent innovations is their pre-bedding process. Each pad is heat-cycled during production to simulate the first stages of bedding-in.
This means:
- Immediate reliability from installation
- No need for aggressive driver-led bedding
- Reduced risk of uneven deposits or disc/pad damage (due to incorrect or no bedding in procedure)
- A perfect match for trackday use
This feature alone makes Manthey pads a game-changer for owners who value the convenience of a pre-bedded pad without compromising their top-tier performance.
A Highly Effective but Often Overlooked Performance Upgrade
Upgraded brake pads are one of the finest ways to improve:
- Stopping power
- Brake feel
- Heat management
- Long-run consistency
For Porsche GT owners chasing reliability, precision and track-ready capability, the Manthey pads represent a great plug-and-play braking upgrade.
The Manthey pads are available for both Porsches with carbon ceramic and steel brake discs, meaning everyone can benefit from their performance gains.
| Manthey Performance Brake Pads are available for: |
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| 981 GT4 |
| 981 Spyder |
| 718 GT4 |
| 718 Spyder |
| 718 GT4 RS |
| 718 Spyder RS |
| 991.2 GT3 |
| 991.2 GT3 RS |
| 991.2 GT2 RS |
| 992.1 GT3 |
| 992.1 GT3 RS |
| 992.2 GT3 |
INTERESTED IN UPGRADING THE BRAKING PERFORMANCE ON YOUR PORSCHE?
Get in touch with our workshop team to discuss upgrading your Porsche to the Manthey brake pads
