New rotors (DBA 4000xs)
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New rotors (DBA 4000xs)
Hey guys,
Just thought l'd post some photos of the new dba discs before l put them on this weekend. Can't wait till saturday. I'll make sure to post some feedback and before/after photos too.
Impressive build quality by the looks of it too, and to be honest, should look alright on.
Cheers,
Gavin.
Just thought l'd post some photos of the new dba discs before l put them on this weekend. Can't wait till saturday. I'll make sure to post some feedback and before/after photos too.
Impressive build quality by the looks of it too, and to be honest, should look alright on.
Cheers,
Gavin.
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Yeah, for us Aussies it's the best brand you can get your hands on without importing.
All up l paid (rear: $659 AUD, front: $659 AUD) $1318 AUD, which according to google is $891 USD.
Depends on your situation. I spoke with the guys at DBA and they recommend these rotors if you visit the track maybe every now and then (i said a maximum of 6 times a year). Don't quote me but l don't think they make the 5000 series for the rx8 anyway, but its worth checking.
Also, in terms of pads, they suggested the Bendix heavy duty's. Another Aussie brand l believe...
All up l paid (rear: $659 AUD, front: $659 AUD) $1318 AUD, which according to google is $891 USD.
Also, in terms of pads, they suggested the Bendix heavy duty's. Another Aussie brand l believe...
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Well here's some updated pics guys:
They were a hassle to get on as one of the pistons (not the brake piston itself) in the right rear caliper was seized, eventually fixed that issue though. Anyway, they feel great so far. Well worth the investment in my opinion. Now it's just a 4 month wait for the front rotors to be made and delivered :-(
They were a hassle to get on as one of the pistons (not the brake piston itself) in the right rear caliper was seized, eventually fixed that issue though. Anyway, they feel great so far. Well worth the investment in my opinion. Now it's just a 4 month wait for the front rotors to be made and delivered :-(
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Guess what guys, l received an early christmas present today! Just in time too as there is some slight shuddering coming from the front.
Above is a the front rotor with one of the stock rear rotors, can't wait to pop them on.
Will post up some photos/impression when l'm done.
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FYI...I just weighed the 2-piece 5000 series rotor. It's 16.4 lbs. So, only a 2.7 lb weight reduction for the 2-piece DBA rotor. I was hoping for more.
What is the weight of the stock rotor? Probably the same as the DBA 400 series.
What is the weight of the stock rotor? Probably the same as the DBA 400 series.
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