Big Brake Upgrade (front) compared to rear disc swap (PERFORMANCE ONLY)

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Old Apr 11, 2005 | 03:44 PM
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Default Big Brake Upgrade (front) compared to rear disc swap (PERFORMANCE ONLY)

Which mod would create a larger increase in braking performance?
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Old Apr 11, 2005 | 03:51 PM
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better tires, whats your set up now?
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Old Apr 11, 2005 | 03:59 PM
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stock 1991 si, but im just interested in those two upgrades going head to head. I am just curious thats all.
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Old Apr 11, 2005 | 04:00 PM
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The front will make the most difference. Why not do it all? f/r/bb/mc
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Old Apr 11, 2005 | 04:04 PM
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Na I was thinking 5 lug ITR conversion then NSX brakes.
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Old Apr 11, 2005 | 04:04 PM
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but the real reason is becuase I want to know what to do first :D
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Old Apr 11, 2005 | 05:52 PM
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If you want the biggest increase in performance for your $.....

Upgrade your brake pads, master cylinder to 15/16, flush your system and use some good brakefluid. Motul 600RBF is my fluid of choice for my street car and racecar. If there is any "mush" left in the pedal, try upgrading to stainless lines.

Most won't heed this advice and will go with the bling of a 11"+ upgrade, hell...I have ITR setup on my 4th gen HB street car, but honestly I am considering ditching it so I can run 14" wheels.


P.S. Performance wise, I have had better luck with the rear drums then the rear disc. The pad on a drum covers more surface area then the ones on a disc. Drums are also lighter......

The only benefit from going to rear disc IMO is ease of replacing brake pads and looks.
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Old Apr 11, 2005 | 05:55 PM
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cool ya I just got that rear disc teg swap, but im thinknig about selling it, becuase I want to build a show/street car. And they are just a little to rusty for me... I dunno well see what happens thx guys peace-
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