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Old 05-14-2009, 03:55 PM
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Recommended brakes/rotors

Anyone have any recommendations on rear brakes and rotors for my 05 RX-8 that aren't too costly?

Any input would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks
Old 05-14-2009, 04:47 PM
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OEM - Factory rotors with Axis Ulltimate pads...if you don't mind cleaning break dust - they are hands down the best (in terms of stopping power) pads I've ever used.
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^^ +1 on the RB. Quality rotors at a good price. Be sure to buy them through forum vendor for best service
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+1000 on Racing Brake rotors.
I've had them on my car for some time and theyr'e awesome. Send a PM to Rishi at Auto RnD, he's a forum vendor and is who I got my brake hardware from. https://www.rx8club.com/auto-rnd-91/
Old 05-14-2009, 07:16 PM
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For you Racing Brake fans, they just started advertising in SportsCar magazine (SCCA members get it)..... In the June 09' issue (pg 43) there is a discount code for 10% off Racing Brake products. SC0609, good until 7-31-09.
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You're the man; that like $50 off a rotor set!
Old 05-14-2009, 08:09 PM
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Talk to Brice at Fluid - he hooked me up with a dealio on some RacingBrake slotted fronts and Hawk Performance Ceramic pads.
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Another option is Centric rotors from the parent company of StopTech:
http://zeckhausen.com/Mazda/RX-8.htm

The Centric rotors are great. They have an electo-super-duper coating on the centers so they don't rust and the overall quality and cut pattern is of higher quality than almost anything I have ever seen for $65 each rotor. Pair the with some Axxis Ultimates and some good brake fluid and you're good to go.

The Racing Brake kit and products are also awesome but I think they are a bit more expensive. Rishie is the man for those.
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Sweet. Thanks for all of your input everyone. I appreciate it alot.
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Racing Brake 2-piece rotors with Cobalt Friction Technologies pads.
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I like the ones AMG RX7 pointed out. They seem to be very good for not a lotta cash. I personally would save my pennies for a set of 2 piece RB w/ the vented slot option.
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