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EH2hatch 04-14-2009 03:58 AM

Brakes for 95 DX with 15" RPF1.
 
I'm looking to upgrade the brakes on my 95 DX hatch. They must be able to fit inside a set of 15" Enkei RPF1 with a +40 offset. I've searched for hours now and can't find any concrete information.

I believe the largest rotors I can run are 10.2". Is this the stock rotors on the car? Which calipers can I run without modification? I really don't want to shave calipers or run spacers.

This car is being setup as an autocross/hpde/weekend fun car.

hatchling37 04-14-2009 09:13 AM

Re: Brakes for 95 DX with 15" RPF1.
 
I'd suggest that you convert to rear disc first, along with a MC and prop valve swap- it's a huge upgrade.

I hear that 15's can clear the Legend dual piston caliper. But you would need DC or EG Si/EX knuckles, and the brake anchor from any one of a couple of different models. Not sure which ones, but I know that there is a certain Accord/Prelude/ITR that will work with the new knuckles. Then you can put 11" rotors under them and have some real neck snapping braking power.

EH2hatch 04-14-2009 03:39 PM

Re: Brakes for 95 DX with 15" RPF1.
 
Don't worry, I'm definitely doing the rear disc conversion as well. Can anyone clarify part numbers or model years? Or maybe provide a different setup?

95jdmej2 04-14-2009 04:53 PM

Re: Brakes for 95 DX with 15" RPF1.
 
I think the 10.2" are from the EX coupes which are bigger than the DX fronts which are like 9.2 or something. I put the EX fronts with integra rear discs on my dx and im pretty happy with them.

EH2hatch 04-15-2009 03:04 AM

Re: Brakes for 95 DX with 15" RPF1.
 
Okay, after 2 solid days of fact finding I've found out that I'm screwed. I would need to replace my DX knuckles with Integra/Civic EX knuckles to upgrade my brakes. Unless I want to mill the caliper carriers, which I don't. Being that I just ordered new wheel bearings for my DX knuckles it looks like I'm stuck with those tea cup brakes for now.

phunhaus 04-15-2009 06:51 AM

Re: Brakes for 95 DX with 15" RPF1.
 
Give Brian at Fastbrakes a call. He might be able to piece together a custom kit that will clear the RPF1's or have soe good insight to off-the-shelf options. I know he offers a Wilwood based kit that clears 15" Team Dynamic wheels, maybe he's got something for the RPFa's as well.


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