Rotora Big Brake Kit 370Z

JB-370z · 12-20-2009, 09:20 PM

Does any one know why the sport cost $2000 and base cost $3600 in the 15" 8 pot?????
$1600 more on the base, that does not seem right.......

http://www.vividracing.com/catalog/b...d=8&class_8=15

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ChrisSlicks · 12-21-2009, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by imag

Are you getting them for looks or because you're actually running up against the limits of the stock brakes?

If for looks, I'd say spending $2K to have slightly larger brake calipers is ranks high on the list of things humans do that I don't understand - but these are probably the cheapest way to do it.

If you actually need better braking, I'd go whole hog with the 6-piston AP kit or else go with the Brembo upgrade calipers (which are the same price as those rotaras). I'm personally taking it easy on the track until someone comes out with a decent two-piece rotor, and hoping that solves any problems. Since I'm tracking for fun, not to shave seconds off my time, that solution will probably work for me. If I were really chasing lap times, I'd follow Travis' lead...

Yeah, the AP setup on sale was only slightly more than this and has a much better reputation. But as others have said you probably don't need a brake upgrade, just a pad upgrade. If you want a slight bling upgrade get the stock sport calipers powdercoated.

JB-370z · 12-21-2009, 12:16 PM

I have base model and I will be doing track days once a month.

Just wondering if I have 19" wheels if I can put the sport model rotora 15" on or if I have to buy the base model rotoras that cost 1600 more??????

ChrisSlicks · 12-21-2009, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by JB-370z

I have base model and I will be doing track days once a month.

Just wondering if I have 19" wheels if I can put the sport model rotora 15" on or if I have to buy the base model rotoras that cost 1600 more??????

My assumption is that the sport model package would work. Both the sport and the base have the same caliper mounting points, so the only difference I can see is the size of the rotors and the caliper.

However I would do lots of research on the company and the performance of their products before purchasing, as it could turn out to be a big waste of money.

JB-370z · 12-21-2009, 12:41 PM

If feel ya. I just called vivid racing and they said that the 2000 dallor price tag is an typo, and they are more like 3400-3600
Sounded way to cheap for 8 piston bbk
I think all I would need is 6 pot at the very most if even that!

JB-370z · 12-21-2009, 12:49 PM

I had stoptech's on the rsx and I loved them, they worked very good with the turbo setup I had. I could track for long runs with little to no fade, forgot what pad I had but it never got out of hand when it came to brake dust! Maybe I should just take a look at stoptech and forget the rotora. Not worried about the bling I just need to upgrade the base brakes cause supercharger is coming soon and I want the car ready to hit the track when I get it! If I had sport brakes I would not worry about it but base brakes seem to fade quickly!

ChrisSlicks · 12-21-2009, 01:13 PM

The Stoptech 15" rotor requires a 19" front wheel as well, where as the AP racing setup uses a 14.25" rotor letting you squeeze on an 18" wheel. I went with AP partly because of allowing 18" wheels, partly from their history and reputation, and partly because I knew Stillen would offer great support. Buying at 20% off helped sweeten the deal.

JB-370z · 12-21-2009, 01:35 PM

Thanks that sounds like a good idea. That way I can get my 19" for show and 18" for track days. Is ap as good as stoptech?

ChrisSlicks · 12-21-2009, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by JB-370z

Thanks that sounds like a good idea. That way I can get my 19" for show and 18" for track days. Is ap as good as stoptech?

I'm not going to knock on Stoptech as I think they make good products but AP Racing has the racing heritage and I've never heard anyone say anything but good things about AP and their products. Historically they've been one of the top suppliers to F1, motorcycle racing, touring car, rally, and more recently NASCAR. They were the first to supply a brake system that could survive the 24 hours of Le Mans without a pad change.

ChrisSlicks · 12-21-2009, 02:35 PM

Just found out that they have a 1-day only sale today, and you get Stillen bucks as well!

Stillen Specials

12-20-2009, 09:20 PM	#31 (permalink)
JB-370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 1,859 Drives: Stage 2 Twin Turbos Rep Power: 19	Does any one know why the sport cost $2000 and base cost $3600 in the 15" 8 pot????? $1600 more on the base, that does not seem right....... http://www.vividracing.com/catalog/b...d=8&class_8=15 . __________________ ll Baker Tuning ll GTM ll Powerhouse Amuse ll HKS ll Up-Rev ll iForged ll AP Racing ll Pioneer ll SPL ll Bride ll Top Secret ll OS Giken ll GTM Stage 2 Twin Turboed 370z (First in Texas, Thanks To Baker Tuning) Last edited by JB-370z; 12-20-2009 at 09:32 PM.

12-21-2009, 12:16 PM	#33 (permalink)
JB-370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 1,859 Drives: Stage 2 Twin Turbos Rep Power: 19	I have base model and I will be doing track days once a month. Just wondering if I have 19" wheels if I can put the sport model rotora 15" on or if I have to buy the base model rotoras that cost 1600 more?????? __________________ ll Baker Tuning ll GTM ll Powerhouse Amuse ll HKS ll Up-Rev ll iForged ll AP Racing ll Pioneer ll SPL ll Bride ll Top Secret ll OS Giken ll GTM Stage 2 Twin Turboed 370z (First in Texas, Thanks To Baker Tuning) Last edited by JB-370z; 12-21-2009 at 12:18 PM.

12-21-2009, 12:41 PM	#35 (permalink)
JB-370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 1,859 Drives: Stage 2 Twin Turbos Rep Power: 19	If feel ya. I just called vivid racing and they said that the 2000 dallor price tag is an typo, and they are more like 3400-3600 Sounded way to cheap for 8 piston bbk I think all I would need is 6 pot at the very most if even that! __________________ ll Baker Tuning ll GTM ll Powerhouse Amuse ll HKS ll Up-Rev ll iForged ll AP Racing ll Pioneer ll SPL ll Bride ll Top Secret ll OS Giken ll GTM Stage 2 Twin Turboed 370z (First in Texas, Thanks To Baker Tuning)

12-21-2009, 12:49 PM	#36 (permalink)
JB-370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 1,859 Drives: Stage 2 Twin Turbos Rep Power: 19	I had stoptech's on the rsx and I loved them, they worked very good with the turbo setup I had. I could track for long runs with little to no fade, forgot what pad I had but it never got out of hand when it came to brake dust! Maybe I should just take a look at stoptech and forget the rotora. Not worried about the bling I just need to upgrade the base brakes cause supercharger is coming soon and I want the car ready to hit the track when I get it! If I had sport brakes I would not worry about it but base brakes seem to fade quickly! __________________ ll Baker Tuning ll GTM ll Powerhouse Amuse ll HKS ll Up-Rev ll iForged ll AP Racing ll Pioneer ll SPL ll Bride ll Top Secret ll OS Giken ll GTM Stage 2 Twin Turboed 370z (First in Texas, Thanks To Baker Tuning) Last edited by JB-370z; 12-21-2009 at 12:58 PM.

12-21-2009, 01:35 PM	#38 (permalink)
JB-370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 1,859 Drives: Stage 2 Twin Turbos Rep Power: 19	Thanks that sounds like a good idea. That way I can get my 19" for show and 18" for track days. Is ap as good as stoptech? __________________ ll Baker Tuning ll GTM ll Powerhouse Amuse ll HKS ll Up-Rev ll iForged ll AP Racing ll Pioneer ll SPL ll Bride ll Top Secret ll OS Giken ll GTM Stage 2 Twin Turboed 370z (First in Texas, Thanks To Baker Tuning)

12-21-2009, 01:13 PM	#37 (permalink)
ChrisSlicks A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North East Posts: 6,203 Drives: 09 370Z Sport M6 Rep Power: 653	The Stoptech 15" rotor requires a 19" front wheel as well, where as the AP racing setup uses a 14.25" rotor letting you squeeze on an 18" wheel. I went with AP partly because of allowing 18" wheels, partly from their history and reputation, and partly because I knew Stillen would offer great support. Buying at 20% off helped sweeten the deal.

12-21-2009, 02:35 PM	#40 (permalink)
ChrisSlicks A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North East Posts: 6,203 Drives: 09 370Z Sport M6 Rep Power: 653	Just found out that they have a 1-day only sale today, and you get Stillen bucks as well! Stillen Specials Last edited by ChrisSlicks; 12-21-2009 at 02:54 PM.

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