Big Break Review-Long
01-21-2001, 04:39 PM
#1
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After visiting Stillen this weekend for them to address some issues with my kit, I have finally been able to complete the breaking in period and have begun to fully utilize them.
To start off I would like to say that the breaking force of stock calipers with matrix pads and stillen rotors was maybe 1/4 of the force of the Big Break Kit. Response in the kit is instant and can be felt whether you are breaking at 5 mph in a parking lot, or a 100 miles an hour as at stillen. There was absolutely no fade evident after doing 5+ 100 mph runs to 0 back to back. All in all the kit is outstanding and offers the best braking available for the money.
There are some downsides to the brake kit however. The first would be the added rotational mass of the rotors. They weigh 22 lbs each, roughly twice the stock rotor. This does detract somewhat from throttle feel, though we feel that the added safety is a must if you are doing any type of racing. High speed+failing brakes=BAD. The second downside to the brakes is that they may brake too well at times. Through testing we managed to lock up the tires several times rather effortlessly. Thus there are multiple flat spots that can be felt(new tires are here on Tuesday LOL).
In conclusion, this was probably one of the best over all mods I have gotten for the car. Not only may I be able to out accelerate most 4 door cars and even some two door ones on the road, but now I may be able to out break them too.
BTW, Chesbosto and Skimax can attest for this review. They have both test driven the car, and Skimax has locked them up a couple of times hehe.
To start off I would like to say that the breaking force of stock calipers with matrix pads and stillen rotors was maybe 1/4 of the force of the Big Break Kit. Response in the kit is instant and can be felt whether you are breaking at 5 mph in a parking lot, or a 100 miles an hour as at stillen. There was absolutely no fade evident after doing 5+ 100 mph runs to 0 back to back. All in all the kit is outstanding and offers the best braking available for the money.
There are some downsides to the brake kit however. The first would be the added rotational mass of the rotors. They weigh 22 lbs each, roughly twice the stock rotor. This does detract somewhat from throttle feel, though we feel that the added safety is a must if you are doing any type of racing. High speed+failing brakes=BAD. The second downside to the brakes is that they may brake too well at times. Through testing we managed to lock up the tires several times rather effortlessly. Thus there are multiple flat spots that can be felt(new tires are here on Tuesday LOL).
In conclusion, this was probably one of the best over all mods I have gotten for the car. Not only may I be able to out accelerate most 4 door cars and even some two door ones on the road, but now I may be able to out break them too.
BTW, Chesbosto and Skimax can attest for this review. They have both test driven the car, and Skimax has locked them up a couple of times hehe.
01-21-2001, 08:12 PM
#10
cool!!! I think I should get these after my project. I'm glad Stillen was proactive in this potentially dangerous design flaw.
BTW, did you see Steve this weekend? Was he still looking for me? You can give him my mobile number.
Glad it all worked out.
Don
BTW, did you see Steve this weekend? Was he still looking for me? You can give him my mobile number.
Glad it all worked out.
Don
01-21-2001, 09:30 PM
#11
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Join Date: Jan 2001
Posts: 435
Originally posted by vapors smx
One piece 4 piston ap brake kit. couldnt see why I was to pay almost 500 dollars more for a 2 piece kit. Perhaps someone could explain to me the difference.
One piece 4 piston ap brake kit. couldnt see why I was to pay almost 500 dollars more for a 2 piece kit. Perhaps someone could explain to me the difference.
Maybe its a little lighter? The weight is well worth the stopping power!! Enjoy the power
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01-21-2001, 11:56 PM
#12
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Join Date: Aug 2000
Posts: 470
Originally posted by vapors smx
After visiting Stillen this weekend for them to address some issues with my kit, I have finally been able to complete the breaking in period and have begun to fully utilize them.
To start off I would like to say that the breaking force of stock calipers with matrix pads and stillen rotors was maybe 1/4 of the force of the Big Break Kit. Response in the kit is instant and can be felt whether you are breaking at 5 mph in a parking lot, or a 100 miles an hour as at stillen. There was absolutely no fade evident after doing 5+ 100 mph runs to 0 back to back. All in all the kit is outstanding and offers the best braking available for the money.
There are some downsides to the brake kit however. The first would be the added rotational mass of the rotors. They weigh 22 lbs each, roughly twice the stock rotor. This does detract somewhat from throttle feel, though we feel that the added safety is a must if you are doing any type of racing. High speed+failing brakes=BAD. The second downside to the brakes is that they may brake too well at times. Through testing we managed to lock up the tires several times rather effortlessly. Thus there are multiple flat spots that can be felt(new tires are here on Tuesday LOL).
In conclusion, this was probably one of the best over all mods I have gotten for the car. Not only may I be able to out accelerate most 4 door cars and even some two door ones on the road, but now I may be able to out break them too.
BTW, Chesbosto and Skimax can attest for this review. They have both test driven the car, and Skimax has locked them up a couple of times hehe.
After visiting Stillen this weekend for them to address some issues with my kit, I have finally been able to complete the breaking in period and have begun to fully utilize them.
To start off I would like to say that the breaking force of stock calipers with matrix pads and stillen rotors was maybe 1/4 of the force of the Big Break Kit. Response in the kit is instant and can be felt whether you are breaking at 5 mph in a parking lot, or a 100 miles an hour as at stillen. There was absolutely no fade evident after doing 5+ 100 mph runs to 0 back to back. All in all the kit is outstanding and offers the best braking available for the money.
There are some downsides to the brake kit however. The first would be the added rotational mass of the rotors. They weigh 22 lbs each, roughly twice the stock rotor. This does detract somewhat from throttle feel, though we feel that the added safety is a must if you are doing any type of racing. High speed+failing brakes=BAD. The second downside to the brakes is that they may brake too well at times. Through testing we managed to lock up the tires several times rather effortlessly. Thus there are multiple flat spots that can be felt(new tires are here on Tuesday LOL).
In conclusion, this was probably one of the best over all mods I have gotten for the car. Not only may I be able to out accelerate most 4 door cars and even some two door ones on the road, but now I may be able to out break them too.
BTW, Chesbosto and Skimax can attest for this review. They have both test driven the car, and Skimax has locked them up a couple of times hehe.
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03-29-2002, 12:29 AM
#17
Originally posted by vapors smx
One piece 4 piston ap brake kit. couldnt see why I was to pay almost 500 dollars more for a 2 piece kit. Perhaps someone could explain to me the difference.
One piece 4 piston ap brake kit. couldnt see why I was to pay almost 500 dollars more for a 2 piece kit. Perhaps someone could explain to me the difference.
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