Are 5 lug brakes worth it? *opinions wanted*
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Are 5 lug brakes worth it? *opinions wanted*
So currently I own a 99' Civic Si. Stock brakes (with the rear disc). I know there's ways to upgrade the brakes to ITR / CTR status while keeping the 4 lug (re-drilled front 11.1" rotors and 10.2" 02-03 si rotors in the rear). I want to stay 4 lug to keep the rims I have now, so 5 lug isn't an option. I have 23mm rear sway and 26mm front sway. It's a daily driver and used for some spirited canyon runs / auto-x. My question is, are the type-r brakes worth it / needed? Or will the stock brakes suffice for what I'm doing with some good / pads rotors?
Just want some opinions on whether it'd be money well spent or if I should use it elsewhere.
Just want some opinions on whether it'd be money well spent or if I should use it elsewhere.
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Re: Are 5 lug brakes worth it? *opinions wanted* (BlueIntegraBoy)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by BlueIntegraBoy »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Using 92-96 Prelude VTEC rotors (redrilled) and Prelude VTEC/ITR calipers, you can have the same brakes but 4-lug.</TD></TR></TABLE>
pm brakeexpert
I'm sure you can get the same braking power for 1/4 of the price. And a lot less hassle.
pm brakeexpert
I'm sure you can get the same braking power for 1/4 of the price. And a lot less hassle.
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Re: Are 5 lug brakes worth it? *opinions wanted* (BlueIntegraBoy)
in my opinion its more of a cosmetic issue than actual performance. Unless you were talking about the bigger brakes and caliper for stopping power then thats another story,. But some would argue that 5 lugs is safer. haha **Shrugs**
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I actually already know about the front setup. Thats what im asking, is it worth it to do the 4 lug type r brakes, or just leave the em1 brakes (for my application listed above)?
Should I put out the dough, or is it not worth it and money can be better spent?
Should I put out the dough, or is it not worth it and money can be better spent?
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the EM1 stock brake setup is well off, get some quality rotors (doesnt have to be drilled/slotted) with good pads and brake hoses. If your really serious about upgrading brakes then i would run 98-01 accord calipers up front and rsx/ep3 rear cailper/rotors in the rear.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by bmoua »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">If your really serious about upgrading brakes</TD></TR></TABLE>
thats what im asking. Should I be serious about them?
Here's a better way of putting it. The 23mm rear sway compared to the 13mm rear sway makes a VERY distinct difference and will affect the outcome of auto-x type events. I'm saying, if you compare em1 brakes to type-r brakes, are they worth the money to get or will the stock em1 brakes suffice for track use?
thats what im asking. Should I be serious about them?
Here's a better way of putting it. The 23mm rear sway compared to the 13mm rear sway makes a VERY distinct difference and will affect the outcome of auto-x type events. I'm saying, if you compare em1 brakes to type-r brakes, are they worth the money to get or will the stock em1 brakes suffice for track use?
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jesus christ man! how can ppl tell u if its needed or not. They dont know how u are driving in these events?! If your fading or not getting enough stopping power then upgrade. Y not try ur car out first then decide if its needed or not? Most of the time all u really need is a good rotor and some quality pads.
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Re: (Malakai)
Good point.
I know it's not the same but I have ask rota if the car needs bigger brakes? He say no. the car stops fine from 146mph. All we've done is Brembo sloted blanks and a good pad.
Granted he's not stopping over and over. But the brakes have to work the First time for him. The engine gets turned off after he hits the brakes.
I know it's not the same but I have ask rota if the car needs bigger brakes? He say no. the car stops fine from 146mph. All we've done is Brembo sloted blanks and a good pad.
Granted he's not stopping over and over. But the brakes have to work the First time for him. The engine gets turned off after he hits the brakes.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by sk8shorty012 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Good, these are the kind of opinions I wanted. The only thing is, I don't like the re-drilled front rotors. There's no 4x100 11.1" rotor?</TD></TR></TABLE>
PM BrakeExpert. I am sure he has sold lots of redrilled rotors and can attest to the quality.
PM BrakeExpert. I am sure he has sold lots of redrilled rotors and can attest to the quality.
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Re: Are 5 lug brakes worth it? *opinions wanted* (hmtcrxsir)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by hmtcrxsir »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">in my opinion its more of a cosmetic issue than actual performance. Unless you were talking about the bigger brakes and caliper for stopping power then thats another story,. But some would argue that 5 lugs is safer. haha **Shrugs**</TD></TR></TABLE>
Yeah, look at me hard park with my 5-lug.
Yes it is worth it if you track your car. Since you just do autocross and stupid canyon runs, just go with the 4-lug big brake DIY deal. Check with the SCCA rules though. 5-lug gets you an auto boot to SM, I'm guessing the 4-lug big brake DIY deal does the same.
Good pads and tires should be good enough for you.
Yeah, look at me hard park with my 5-lug.
Yes it is worth it if you track your car. Since you just do autocross and stupid canyon runs, just go with the 4-lug big brake DIY deal. Check with the SCCA rules though. 5-lug gets you an auto boot to SM, I'm guessing the 4-lug big brake DIY deal does the same.
Good pads and tires should be good enough for you.
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I find 5-lug to be more of an aesthetic issue than a technical one. Oh and it attracts theifs too, just another thing that can attract unwanted attention. Just my $0.02
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lol.
Big brakes, beefier hubs, not having to pit in if you brake a stud on track, ready to use rotors available less than 30 minutes away from most any track in the country... But I'm one of the people who doesn't give a damn what my car looks like, so I digress.
Big brakes, beefier hubs, not having to pit in if you brake a stud on track, ready to use rotors available less than 30 minutes away from most any track in the country... But I'm one of the people who doesn't give a damn what my car looks like, so I digress.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by -DC4- »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Is there an advantage of using redrilled 92-96 prelude vtec rotors rather than redrilled ITR rotors?</TD></TR></TABLE>
Maybe just cheaper
Maybe just cheaper
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Re: (Cheez-It)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Cheez-It »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">i run the ITR 5-lug conversion on my 99 hatch and it's a world of difference from the rear disk conversion.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Ditto. The ITR brakes are awesome. The 5th lug is a PITA, but the brakes behind them are nice.
Ditto. The ITR brakes are awesome. The 5th lug is a PITA, but the brakes behind them are nice.
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If you want the 5 lug look then its worth it, but if you want bigger brakes then just do the prelude upgrade. On my setup I also got the legend dual piston calipers.