Help with brake decision

Old Aug 6, 2010 | 12:35 PM
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Help with brake decision

I'm looking at getting new rotors and i was thinking maybe new calipers. I searched for it on here but couldn't find what i was looking for, do y'all think that the stock akebono calipers are good enough, or are there better calipers out there?
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Old Aug 6, 2010 | 12:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Dmac324
I'm looking at getting new rotors and i was thinking maybe new calipers. I searched for it on here but couldn't find what i was looking for, do y'all think that the stock akebono calipers are good enough, or are there better calipers out there?
There's always a better setup out there. Just depends on your budget.

Try Stoptechs, AP Racing, Rotoras, Endless, Brembo, Project Mu.

They're all good BBK.
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Old Aug 6, 2010 | 01:00 PM
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IMO, the OEM Akebono calipers + upgraded rotors 2 pc rotors is a great compromise of performance, looks, and cost.

https://www.myg37.com/forums/brakes-...group-buy.html
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Old Aug 6, 2010 | 01:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Weiboy718
There's always a better setup out there. Just depends on your budget.

Try Stoptechs, AP Racing, Rotoras, Endless, Brembo, Project Mu.

They're all good BBK.
I have seen Stoptech, AP Racing, Rotoras, and Brembo. I was looking mainly at Rotoras and Brembo. out of those four is there one you would recommend over Rotora or Brembo?
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Old Aug 6, 2010 | 01:17 PM
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^^^^
the one that cost the least... do you track?
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Old Aug 6, 2010 | 01:19 PM
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I agree with Betty on this one

Try it out first, if it does't suffice then go for a 6 pot (8 would be more of a show thing)
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Old Aug 6, 2010 | 01:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Black Betty
IMO, the OEM Akebono calipers + upgraded rotors 2 pc rotors is a great compromise of performance, looks, and cost.

https://www.myg37.com/forums/brakes-...group-buy.html
How do those compare to the Adam's Rotors?

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the one that cost the least... do you track?
I have not tracked yet, but i plan on beginning that once all my performance mods are done.. sadly this may be a while.
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Old Aug 6, 2010 | 02:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Dmac324
How do those compare to the Adam's Rotors?
Dunno anything at all about Adams rotors, I'd never heard of them personally until a couple of weeks ago so I can't give you any informed opinion either good or bad.

I have the RB 2 pc fronts on my car now and they're very well made, good looking, and light. They're somewhat expensive though IMO.
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Old Aug 6, 2010 | 02:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Black Betty
Dunno anything at all about Adams rotors, I'd never heard of them personally until a couple if weeks ago so I can't give you any informed opinion either good or bad.

I have the RB 2 pc fronts on my car now and they're very well made, good looking, and light. They're somewhat expensive though IMO.
well if anyone could give an experienced opinion on one or the other, maybe even both, that would be great in helping me decide
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Old Aug 6, 2010 | 03:02 PM
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I have the Rotoras rotors on my car with hawk brake pads....I HATE MY ROTORS!!!! They rusted the first day I had them on and makes me sick to my stomach. Time for new ones for me.
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The RB have zero rust on the friction surface, in the slots or holes, on the edges, or on the hats. Come to think of it, I've never noticed them getting the light coat of rust when the car sits outside for a few days.

I have Hawk ceramics and like them fir daily driving.
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Old Aug 6, 2010 | 03:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Black Betty
The RB have zero rust on the friction surface, in the slots or holes, on the edges, or on the hats. Come to think of it, I've never noticed them getting the light coat of rust when the car sits outside for a few days.

I have Hawk ceramics and like them fir daily driving.
thanks, not sure which rotors to go with, but it will be one of those two. then i have to decide on calipers
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Old Aug 6, 2010 | 04:18 PM
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If I were you I would go with BB setup. Come to think of it since I already have the Hawk ceramic going with his setup would be the best idea for me. I still dont think I need 6 piston brakes even with TT just my opinion though.
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Old Aug 6, 2010 | 04:23 PM
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Originally Posted by DmfG37sTT
If I were you I would go with BB setup. Come to think of it since I already have the Hawk ceramic going with his setup would be the best idea for me. I still dont think I need 6 piston brakes even with TT just my opinion though.
Hmm if i did that i would prolly go with the AP Racing setup
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Old Aug 7, 2010 | 11:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Dmac324
Hmm if i did that i would prolly go with the AP Racing setup
Good call. And there will be some more exciting options coming soon!

Chris
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