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Project Mu TYPE HC+ front brake pads for 1983-1987 Toyota Corolla AE86
Project Mu TYPE HC+ front brake pads for 1983-1987 Toyota Corolla AE86
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AE86 Project Mu TYPE HC+ Front Brake Pads (1983-87 Corolla)

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Project Mu TYPE HC+ Front Brake Pads

For 1983–1987 Toyota Corolla AE86 Trueno / Levin and 1984–1987 U.S.-Market Corolla Sport AE86

Overview

Project Mu TYPE HC+ Front Brake Pads are a high-performance street and circuit brake pad for Toyota AE86 front disc brake applications. The Super Graphite Metallic compound combines strong braking response with a wide operating range, making TYPE HC+ suitable for enthusiast-driven cars that see aggressive street use, canyon driving, autocross, drift, and track days.

With an applicable rotor temperature range of 0–800°C and a 0.43–0.58μ friction coefficient, TYPE HC+ provides substantially more thermal capacity and friction than a conventional street-oriented pad without requiring the elevated minimum operating temperature of a dedicated competition compound.

Compared with Project Mu's more street-focused compounds, TYPE HC+ prioritizes braking performance, heat resistance, and friction response over minimizing brake dust and noise.

Key Features

  • 0–800°C rotor temperature range supports cold operation through sustained high-temperature braking
  • 0.43–0.58μ friction coefficient for strong braking response
  • Super Graphite Metallic friction material
  • Designed for aggressive street and circuit use
  • Broad operating range suitable for spirited driving, autocross, drift, and track days
  • Suitable for radial and S-tire applications
  • Front axle disc brake application
  • Fits verified 4A-GE and 4A-C AE86 front brake applications

Street-to-Circuit Performance

TYPE HC+ is designed around a particularly broad temperature range. Unlike a race-focused compound that requires substantial brake temperature before reaching its intended operating window, TYPE HC+ begins its applicable range at 0°C while retaining performance capability through 800°C.

That combination makes it well suited to an AE86 that needs one performance-oriented front pad for both road and track use. Drivers prioritizing low dust, low noise, and normal street comfort should consider a more street-focused compound, while dedicated competition cars that consistently operate at high brake temperatures may benefit from a circuit-specific pad.

Vehicle Fitment

Toyota Sprinter Trueno

  • 1983–1987 Toyota Corolla AE86 – Trueno (JDM) – Front

Toyota Corolla Levin

  • 1983–1987 Toyota Corolla AE86 – Levin (JDM) – Front

Toyota Corolla Sport GT-S

  • 1985–1987 Toyota Corolla Sport AE86 – GT-S (U.S.-Market) – 4A-GE – Front

Toyota Corolla Sport SR5

  • 1984–1987 Toyota Corolla Sport AE86 – SR5 (U.S.-Market) – 4A-C – Front

Fitment Notes

  • Front disc brake application only
  • Designed for the factory-style AE86 front brake configuration
  • Fits verified 4A-GE and 4A-C AE86 front applications listed above
  • Vehicles using aftermarket calipers, big-brake kits, or brake conversions must use the correct pad shape for the installed caliper
  • Follow proper brake bedding procedures after installation
  • Performance compounds may produce more brake dust and noise than comfort-oriented street pads

Product Specifications

Brand: Project Mu
Series: TYPE HC+
Product Type: Disc Brake Pad Set
Position: Front Axle
Material: Super Graphite Metallic
Applicable Rotor Temperature: 0–800°C
Friction Coefficient: 0.43–0.58μ
Recommended Use: Aggressive Street / Performance Driving / Track Day
Engine Coverage: 4A-GE / 4A-C

Project Mu AE86 Front Brake Pad Comparison

Brake Pad Primary Use Rotor Temperature Friction Coefficient Character
TYPE NS Daily / Street 0–400°C 0.37–0.40μ Street-focused with emphasis on lower noise and dust
B-Force Performance Street / Canyon / Autocross / Light Track 0–500°C 0.32–0.45μ Additional thermal capacity while retaining street usability
TYPE HC+ Aggressive Street / Track Day 0–800°C 0.43–0.58μ Higher-friction compound with a very broad operating range
HC M1 Performance Street / Track Day 50–800°C 0.41–0.55μ Linear modulation with strong high-temperature stability
Club Racer RC09 Dedicated Circuit / Competition 300–800°C 0.42–0.55μ Race-focused compound for sustained high-temperature braking

TYPE NS is the street-focused choice for regularly driven AE86s where cold response, reduced dust, and reduced noise are priorities.

B-Force is the next step for a harder-driven street car. Its 0–500°C range adds thermal capacity for canyon driving, autocross, and occasional light track use without requiring elevated brake temperature before working effectively.

TYPE HC+ substantially increases friction capability while retaining a 0°C lower operating threshold, making it a strong aggressive-street and track-day crossover.

HC M1 provides a more refined high-performance character with linear pedal control, high-temperature stability, and a 50–800°C working range.

Club Racer RC09 is the dedicated circuit option. Its 300°C minimum operating temperature makes it substantially less suitable for normal cold street use.

Selection Guide

  • Daily Driver / Restoration / Street: TYPE NS
  • Performance Street / Canyon / Autocross / Light Track: B-Force
  • Aggressive Street / Track Day: TYPE HC+
  • Premium Performance Street / Frequent Track Use: HC M1
  • Dedicated Circuit / Competition: Club Racer RC09

What's Included

  • (1) Project Mu TYPE HC+ front axle brake pad set
  • Pads for both front calipers