Testing the waters: Who would be interested in a 4-wheel brake kit, 14"/13" 2-piece rotors, 4-pot
12-31-2002, 12:15 PM
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Testing the waters: Who would be interested in a 4-wheel brake kit, 14"/13" 2-piece rotors, 4-pot
monoblock calipers, brackets, lines, etc. from a well respected brake company for $4k as opposed to the currently popular brands - specifically as opposed to a $2.8k front-only Stoptech kit?
12-31-2002, 12:28 PM
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Since we are opening this can of worms......... I have a question
When are u supposed to do the S8 rear brake mod? Only when running Stock front brakes? or is there a front break upgrade that you can run with the S8 rear discs?
I know Stoptech's are a no go due to balancing issues...
Thanks guys!
I know Stoptech's are a no go due to balancing issues...
Thanks guys!
12-31-2002, 12:41 PM
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I hear you and agree that for aesthetics alone, a 4-wheel kit is the way to go. But $5.8k for
the Stoptech 355/328s is A LOT OF MONEY. I am working with a friend in the brake biz regarding a possible alternative.
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12-31-2002, 05:10 PM
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if that's your benchmark, just get the stasis street sport. 4 wheels ~$3k. save a grand.
you still have a stoptech kit sitting in your garage??
01-01-2003, 12:45 PM
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That is from a math perspective, of course. Actually, I now have two different kits sitting in my
garage as I went back to HP-2s with SS lines and Mintex Reds .44 (Co-eff of friction). I don't track, so I don't need the big caliper heatsinks of the Big Reds or the ST-40s. I'm cleaning out my garage as a new year's resolution and will move these kits locally. I have been considering Stasis as it is the kit with the highest brake torque ability in rotors that will fit under the 17"s, but to be honest HP-2s with cryo X-drills all around, SS lines, and Motul 600 RBF fit my roadcar needs pretty well as with these upgrades my fade resistance is minimized to almost nothing relative to my usage. FWIW, if I want shorter stopping distances, then I'll get stickier tires.
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