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Rotary 808 08-28-2012 03:05 AM

Brembo Big Brake Kit on a Series 2?
 
I've read that RX8s come from the factory fitted with excellent brakes. My 2009 GT has 36,000 miles and I think it may be time to replace the pads and possibly the rotors. Besides the stellar looks of Brembos, would the investment of roughly $2,800 provide noticeable gains in braking performance? I plan to only upgrade the front so I'm think of selecting the silver ones so I don't have to paint the back calipers to match. There are other less expensive brands so please offer your recommendations if you have them installed on your RX8. I have 18"x9" Enkei PF01 wheels which should have ample clearance for the larger calipers.

Slidin8 08-28-2012 03:11 AM

Do you hit the racetrack often?

if no, then don't bother.
if you do, then you prob still don't even need to bother

mikeinquincy 08-28-2012 07:17 PM

Racing Brake for the weight savings.
If you track often then just get 2-piece rotors you'll save money in the long run...

jtspells 08-28-2012 07:30 PM

There is NO need for a BBK on a street driven RX at all, this is unless you are a looks whore

ASH8 08-29-2012 04:18 AM

What a waste of money....You don't need Brembo's.

RX8R3Rod 08-29-2012 06:29 AM

As one of the posters previously mentioned, if you track often and hard, a Racing Brake BBK can be a good upgrade.

They will deal with extreme heat better than the OEM brakes. I know, mine have been on fire on track and yet haven't faded or warped.

If you don't track often or at all, you probably don't really need a BBK.

But hey, they do look great, and that may be all the reason one needs!

ckman94 01-19-2013 05:47 PM

will the racing brake bbk fit the oem wheel of the grand touring?


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