Big Brake Package?

[tryg]

anyways, if you all had a FREEBIE choice, would you opt for the bigger 355mm or stay with 330mm as your option?

Would it be any better to have the extra size? I checked and it would fill most of the 18" wheel inners... will there be enough air getting to the bigger ones?

Or, even with 230hp (once turbo is applied) would 330mm be plenty (noting I am not changing the size of rears, just using slotted rotors and stock calipers).

Any thoughts?

[SIR-VRX]

IMHO bigger brakes are not needed... But I know you are set on them...

If price was no issue to me and the wheels did fit, I'd go the bigger brakes. Just seems natural.

[Mez]

330's for rotors would fit and look fine under 18"s,
It's your car and it's your choice. I've been looking at brakes myself recently, You can always say it's a safety feature

[SIR-VRX]

I've just bought myself my next step in brake upgrades

[tryg]

And that is what...?

[SIR-VRX]

RA Twin-Piston Front Calipers hehe

[Blakey]

RA Twin-Piston Front Calipers hehe

and how did you obtain them

[SIR-VRX]

I purchased from a member on here

You see, I notice things. And when I was after some I approached a member on here who I know had brakes upgraded on his RA.

So I PM'd him, and what do you know, he still had them and was willing to sell them.

Deal done.

[Blakey]

how much did you get them for an how do you know they will fit?

[SIR-VRX]

Secret

The calipers will fit. the only think I'm not 100% on if if they will fit with my current disc or if I have to use the RA disc. But i'm fairly certain that they will fit. Have to get some more EBC Pads for them though.

[tryg]

Adrian probably did some research rather than just probing I feel... That is why Adrian does a stirling job as our Chief Tech....


You will really notice the difference Adrian, for sure... All bikes these days have 4-spot pistons and the bite is fantastic... I am still thinking 8-spot will do a great job, but would be more expensive to overhaul...

But with only $100 between sizes and options, the difference between almost the same size and WOW brakes is only $300.... easy choice.

[CA]

There is a kit out there that for VRX and Ralliart Lancers that dont need to change the wheel. Think there are a few now.

For the X, you dont need to change as its an 18" wheel that can house a 6-piston caliper. All depends on the brand though.

If you do your research you will find the answers, some local and some overseas just make sure you check about wheel clearance or you will have an expensive shock

[mickyoz]

I have a 4 piston setup on my ES lancer, looks great.

The brand is JBT, braking is awesome, mind you tyres are just as important, I'm running V103 yokies.

[darren1011]

For those with no money, buy some Bendix Ultimates, considering Lancers have two piston calipers on teh front and Magnas, significantly heavier car, have singles, I don't really see the need to do much, changing the suspension will help with braking power, and upgrading from the factory pads, I fthe rotors warp I'll be putting on some slotted rotors, but thats about it

[LZY_EYE]

Lancers have single piston calipers unless you are talking the RA...