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Old Jan 31, 2017 | 02:11 PM
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I may be really lucky, but I have the dust shields and nothing more than the OEM air guides. Then again, I don't know that I've seen much more than 125ish MPH (in 5th gear and going too fast to check the speedo before the braking zone LOL), so that could be why.



+1. I basically run the same setup. I didn't notice any difference between modern rubber lines and the SS lines, once I installed them, but everyone told me to get 'em LOL.
I will bet money that you will go faster with less power. The amount of grip and braking needed to keep 500whp in check is somewhat extensive.
Kaj do you have any weight reduction on your vehicle?

Sometimes specific brake energy for a track is not always about top speed.
We have ways to calculate brake energy or thermal energy for tracks based on test data.
Sometimes the smaller tracks with more brake zones are worse because there are no areas of high speeds to help cool the disks. Zones with less time on/off brake don't allow heat to dissipate.

At the very least you use the OEM air guides, which have at least had testing to prove some level of effectiveness. However, for dedicated track the security of ducts is the way to go ... potentially will help your pad wear.
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Old Jan 31, 2017 | 03:46 PM
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Originally Posted by GTijoejoe
Kaj do you have any weight reduction on your vehicle?

Sometimes specific brake energy for a track is not always about top speed.
We have ways to calculate brake energy or thermal energy for tracks based on test data.
Sometimes the smaller tracks with more brake zones are worse because there are no areas of high speeds to help cool the disks. Zones with less time on/off brake don't allow heat to dissipate.

At the very least you use the OEM air guides, which have at least had testing to prove some level of effectiveness. However, for dedicated track the security of ducts is the way to go ... potentially will help your pad wear.
3280 with me in it.
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Old Jan 31, 2017 | 09:18 PM
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This are my old front 2pc..

Is this still usable?








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Old Jan 31, 2017 | 10:39 PM
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Cracks all the way to the outside = no bueno.
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Old Feb 1, 2017 | 09:43 AM
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Cracks all the way to the outside = no bueno.
That crack looks like it went all the way through the plate = NG

Cracks which begin to open in width, go through a plate, or 1/2 the length of the plate is typically not good to use... aka dangerous.
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Old Feb 1, 2017 | 10:25 PM
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You aren't using enough pad or just a track newb standing on the brakes too much (we've all been there), or both.

If you are using PMU pads other than max 900 or racing sintered, you don't have enough pad.
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Old Feb 2, 2017 | 01:24 AM
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use carbotech xp12/xp10 combo and change fluid often...
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Old Feb 8, 2017 | 02:04 PM
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Did the 6 Pistons Front Calipers installed over the weekend..

Baer Brake 6P
Aluminum Modified brackets
Baer 2 Piece Rotors 355MM x 29MM
Hawk DTC-60
Motul RBF600
Stoptech


Cant argue for the price for this set up used, so I did it.


And work as is should be!
Felt way more difference in terms of control, stability & stopping power...




SS Lines(existing)







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Old Feb 16, 2017 | 05:12 AM
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Originally Posted by kaj
3280 with me in it.
Mine was 3370 with me in it. Don't remember how much fuel, but I never let it get too low.


I have braided lines, DTC60's on Centric High Carbons, AMSOil DOT4 and 255 R-S3's. I've never once lost the brakes. It's all about using them correctly.



Max, now that you've got the upgrade out of the way, just work on technique. Don't be afraid to have an instructor ride with you and ask to focus on braking. It will definitely help.
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Old Feb 17, 2017 | 06:18 AM
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Max, now that you've got the upgrade out of the way, just work on technique. Don't be afraid to have an instructor ride with you and ask to focus on braking. It will definitely help.

Getting there buddy, thanks for the advised.
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Old Feb 20, 2017 | 07:32 AM
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Nice kit.


Also, awesome wheels. Just ordered a set of those in 18x10.5 +25 for my GF's X MR. Can't beat the pricing on those Konigs for a flow formed wheel.
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