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Old 10-29-03 | 06:45 PM
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Originally posted by Mr Johnson
Byootifull Big Black Brakes...

Me Likey...

Can't wait for your impressions. BTW: What pads did you end up getting?
Thanks. Pads that came with the kit are Axxis Ultimates. Will post impressions soon. I've also got to test my 'other' mod (see Engine/Tranny section, hehe).
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Old 10-29-03 | 06:54 PM
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Finally!!!!!!

I've been waiting for you to get them on. They look fantastic. Congrats!
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Old 10-29-03 | 07:44 PM
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THAT is a beautiful sight! Funny, I just installed my 14" StopTech kit on Sunday (red calipers, X-drilled)... so far, I love them!

Just be sure to follow the break-in procedure- I am still paranoid about leaving my foot on the brake and intersections (to avoid pad deposition onto the rotor). I haven't really hammered them yet, but you can feel the amount of potential stopping power even during normal braking. I did the X-drilled OE size rear rotors, pads, and brake lines too. Nothing to it- a pretty easy install, but I took my time.

StopTech: "Supercharging for your brakes..."

Looks terrific!!

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Old 10-29-03 | 08:24 PM
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looking good there! that's awesome! you should get the rear too!
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Old 10-29-03 | 09:38 PM
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you should get the rear too!
I don't think he can. The fronts for the 4-corners are tuned a little different than the fronts-only kit.
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Old 10-29-03 | 09:45 PM
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AWESOME.......Nice choice in color too......
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Old 10-29-03 | 10:18 PM
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Very nice and I like the color, too. I'm curious to know what you think of the pads. Those HRE's are gonna be a lot more work to keep clean than my Volks which are alrleady gunmetal gray.
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Old 10-29-03 | 11:17 PM
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Awsome! That looks great!

How does the braking feel?
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Old 10-30-03 | 04:31 AM
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Very very nice. Looking forward to your review on these badboys.

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Old 10-30-03 | 05:31 AM
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Looks great bit. I was so impress when I opened the box and see the size of the rotors. Enjoy !
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Old 10-30-03 | 06:02 AM
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Looks good, congrats on the brakes and LSD. Enjoy the mods
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Old 10-30-03 | 07:58 AM
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My, you have such big brakes
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Old 10-30-03 | 10:41 AM
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Congrats Paul! Now your CL meet parking lot ventures will be that much more thrilling/sickening!!!
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Old 10-30-03 | 10:51 AM
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Great upgrade Paul!!
Looking foreward to hearing your "test" results.
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Old 10-30-03 | 10:52 AM
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For those interested in the brake weights, I got info directly from StopTech. Here's what the guy described as 'approximate weights':

ST-40 caliper w/o pads = ~8.25lbs
Typical 355 rotor & hat assembly = ~15.50lbs
Typical caliper bracket = ~1.0lbs
Pads = ~1.0lb each
Lines = Same as the stock line
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