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Old 01-24-2012, 12:37 PM   #8
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Originally Posted by fatduece View Post
^ I don't see how upgrading to a bigger rotor increases braking ability. The only thing I can think of is quicker heat dissipation. The caliper stays the same (weak single piston, that continues to do the same thing, being weak. ) the only way you can make it better is with a good pad compound, and that's the limit of that set up. Looks like a waste of time to me. The dual z32 rear piston caliper will do a far better job even on a tiny rotor.

P.S. I am not a expert on brakes. Just saying whats on my mind =P
If you had read the entire thing, you would have found this:

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Originally Posted by codyace
Certainly there will be those who argue that 'Z32 rears are better' just because that's what has been regurgitated 100 times on forums, but I would love to see any quantified research showing me so. This setup allows a larger rotor with the stock calipers, stock e brake, etc etc...a perfect solution for a minimalist like me.
If anything, that is an ALTERNATIVE TO/CHEAPER THAN the z32 rears. And more street oriented might I add.
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