TopSpeed's 2008 STi - New Dyno 482hp on 93oct (post 156) - Page 14

**Doug@TopSpeed** · 06-03-2009, 07:12 AM

While the factory brakes are good, and probably enough for most people with just good pads and fluid... I have decided to upgrade them.

Nothing bothers me more than to be at the track and have brake fade, or issues for that mater. The last thing you need to worry about is if your car is going to stop.

So to remedy that issue I decided to get Stoptech's matched set Brake upgrade. This upgrade consists of 355mm front rotors with a 6 piston caliper, and 345mm rear rotors with a two piston caliper. Both front and rear rotors are designed as a two piece rotor for light weight and easy replacement.

As with all Stoptech products the install was a breeze. Everything was included in the box that is needed except tools and brake fluid. All in all it took me about 3 hours total to do all 4 corners.

I have always disliked my black calipers so by replacing them it gave me a chance to also add a little bling, and match my calipers to the cars color.

I haven't had much time on them except for last night, which was just to bed them in. But so far the brake pedal is much much firmer, and the balance is leaps and bounds above the stock setup.

Before someone says anything... I know my car is dirty. I don't really care I drive the car everyday, so its not some garage queen.

Stock front vs Stoptech front rotor

Stock rear vs Stoptech rear rotor

Durty durty...

Rear brakes

Front brakes

**Doug@TopSpeed** · 06-03-2009, 07:17 AM

Almost forgot... with the new stoptech kit it gives me more clearance between the front wheel and caliper so I can now run my 18 x 10 rpf1's upfront with no spacer.

Also my Cosworth FMIC should be here today so look for install pics and a write up about that tomorrow.

I also got me one of these sequential shift lights to go in as well. Its made by ecliptech and I have to say I was very impressed with how fast it got here from Australia

***T3h_Clap*** · 06-03-2009, 07:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Doug@TopSpeed

I can now run my 18 x 10 rpf1's upfront with no spacer.

I was just gonna ask that!

TrkWhre · 06-03-2009, 08:04 AM

man those brakes look great!

linky for the shift light? the stocker isnt bright enough

**Doug@TopSpeed** · 06-03-2009, 08:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GTsolutions

man those brakes look great!

linky for the shift light? the stocker isnt bright enough

here you go... it works very well and is really bright. When I placed my order I had a confirmation and tracking number within 30mins.

Ecliptech Innovations

**Doug@TopSpeed** · 06-03-2009, 08:12 AM

Anyone got a good source for the CS bottom line replica kit?

***A-man*** · 06-03-2009, 08:13 AM

Were you able to retain the factory ebrake with those rear rotors? I don't suppose you weighed them?

**Doug@TopSpeed** · 06-03-2009, 08:19 AM

Yes factory e-brake still fully functional. I didn't weight them, probably should have. But from what I could feel just holding them they are lighter.

STIFun · 06-03-2009, 10:34 AM

Roxy or DD Sti is coming along nicely good job keep it up and keep us updated whenever you can.

Alex

***Quick*** · 06-03-2009, 11:02 AM

Can you shoot me a PM with pricing on that brake setup?

06-03-2009, 07:12 AM	#131
Doug@TopSpeed Authorized Vendor Feedback Score: 0 reviews Car: 08sti, 96 Brighton My Stuff: Subaru Parts Location: On the Dyno@TopSpeed Posts: 127 IWSTI Addict since: Jul 2006	Re: TopSpeed's "Roxy" 2008 STi - Stoptech's 4wheel brakes installed While the factory brakes are good, and probably enough for most people with just good pads and fluid... I have decided to upgrade them. Nothing bothers me more than to be at the track and have brake fade, or issues for that mater. The last thing you need to worry about is if your car is going to stop. So to remedy that issue I decided to get Stoptech's matched set Brake upgrade. This upgrade consists of 355mm front rotors with a 6 piston caliper, and 345mm rear rotors with a two piston caliper. Both front and rear rotors are designed as a two piece rotor for light weight and easy replacement. As with all Stoptech products the install was a breeze. Everything was included in the box that is needed except tools and brake fluid. All in all it took me about 3 hours total to do all 4 corners. I have always disliked my black calipers so by replacing them it gave me a chance to also add a little bling, and match my calipers to the cars color. I haven't had much time on them except for last night, which was just to bed them in. But so far the brake pedal is much much firmer, and the balance is leaps and bounds above the stock setup. Before someone says anything... I know my car is dirty. I don't really care I drive the car everyday, so its not some garage queen. Stock front vs Stoptech front rotor Stock rear vs Stoptech rear rotor Durty durty... Rear brakes Front brakes

06-03-2009, 07:17 AM	#132
Doug@TopSpeed Authorized Vendor Feedback Score: 0 reviews Car: 08sti, 96 Brighton My Stuff: Subaru Parts Location: On the Dyno@TopSpeed Posts: 127 IWSTI Addict since: Jul 2006	Re: TopSpeed's "Roxy" 2008 STi - AMS GT35r w/ DW850cc added Almost forgot... with the new stoptech kit it gives me more clearance between the front wheel and caliper so I can now run my 18 x 10 rpf1's upfront with no spacer. Also my Cosworth FMIC should be here today so look for install pics and a write up about that tomorrow. I also got me one of these sequential shift lights to go in as well. Its made by ecliptech and I have to say I was very impressed with how fast it got here from Australia

06-03-2009, 08:04 AM	#134
TrkWhre The Next Petter Solberg Feedback Score: 2 reviews Car: '08 OBP STi Fav Mod: gf shotgun :) Location: Manassas, Va Posts: 932 IWSTI Addict since: Dec 2008	Re: TopSpeed's "Roxy" 2008 STi - Stoptech 355mm front and 345mm rears installed man those brakes look great! linky for the shift light? the stocker isnt bright enough

06-03-2009, 08:12 AM	#136
Doug@TopSpeed Authorized Vendor Feedback Score: 0 reviews Car: 08sti, 96 Brighton My Stuff: Subaru Parts Location: On the Dyno@TopSpeed Posts: 127 IWSTI Addict since: Jul 2006	Re: TopSpeed's "Roxy" 2008 STi - Stoptech 355mm front and 345mm rears installed Anyone got a good source for the CS bottom line replica kit?

06-03-2009, 08:13 AM	#137
*A-man* Lighter, faster, better Feedback Score: 18 reviews Car: SWP 07 STi My Stuff: Subaru Parts Fav Mod: Litespeed Titanium turbo heatshield Location: BFE, AL Posts: 1,734 IWSTI Addict since: Jan 2009	Re: TopSpeed's "Roxy" 2008 STi - Stoptech's 4wheel brakes installed Were you able to retain the factory ebrake with those rear rotors? I don't suppose you weighed them?

06-03-2009, 08:19 AM	#138
Doug@TopSpeed Authorized Vendor Feedback Score: 0 reviews Car: 08sti, 96 Brighton My Stuff: Subaru Parts Location: On the Dyno@TopSpeed Posts: 127 IWSTI Addict since: Jul 2006	Re: TopSpeed's "Roxy" 2008 STi - Stoptech 355mm front and 345mm rears installed Yes factory e-brake still fully functional. I didn't weight them, probably should have. But from what I could feel just holding them they are lighter.

06-03-2009, 10:34 AM	#139
STIFun Spec C Club Feedback Score: 0 reviews Car: 05 Subaru Sti Fav Mod: Defi triple pod guages Location: Texas Posts: 1,360 IWSTI Addict since: Nov 2006	Re: TopSpeed's "Roxy" 2008 STi - Stoptech 355mm front and 345mm rears installed Roxy or DD Sti is coming along nicely good job keep it up and keep us updated whenever you can. Alex

06-03-2009, 11:02 AM	#140
*Quick* Platinum Member Feedback Score: 3 reviews My Stuff: Subaru Parts Fav Mod: Coming Soon Posts: 64 IWSTI Addict since: Feb 2009	Re: TopSpeed's "Roxy" 2008 STi - Stoptech 355mm front and 345mm rears installed Can you shoot me a PM with pricing on that brake setup?

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