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10-25-2020, 05:26 PM | #1 |
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Master Cylinder Brace
Can anyone suggest a brand of master cylinder brace? Is it even worth getting? Is it something I can install myself without any special tools or should this be done at a shop?
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10-25-2020, 05:39 PM | #2 |
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It's all the same shit. Technically it's stopping the flex. If you're not driving on the edge on track you'd be hard pressed to notice. It installs very easily
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Buy the cheapest one.
I got a radium brace used from a part out. Does the job. |
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10-25-2020, 08:42 PM | #5 |
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I have a Perrin one. Normal easy braking, I do not notice a difference. Braking at >50%, the pedal is a a bit firmer. You will also get a bit of vibration in the pedal coming from the strut tower.
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There is also this option that bolts onto the cabin side of the car. https://www.reflectedimagemotorsport...baru-brz-13-17 |
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10-26-2020, 12:01 AM | #7 |
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Wow I read that title too fast.
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Maybe. And completely subjective based on the prepositional phrase most people don't seem to be able to piece together both figuratively and literally... "in conjunction with..." I can prove that my 60-0 stop distances decreased with a brace. In conjunction with... |
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10-26-2020, 06:55 AM | #9 |
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I have one (Perrin) and the install was very easy. However, I also upgraded the brake lines to SS as well as slotted rotors with Hawk pads all at the same. All of those together gave me a way better brake "feel" and can be done for about $600 give or take. The brace alone is not really worth it IMO. I can also confirm a bit of vibration from the strut tower under heavy braking.
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I have one of these:
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4001...E&gclsrc=aw.ds Knockoff, works perfectly, agree with Spuds that light braking you won't notice a difference, but under more firm braking even on street I definitely feel a difference. Less soggy as you approach the bottom of the brake pedal, more confidence inspiring. I was skeptical after reading some comments like "you'll only feel it on the track" but it was definitely a worth mod for me (and I don't really drive like a maniac on the street). A side thought also - if your fluid needs replacement that may mask any benefit from the brace. Edit: stock pads, lines, rotors, fluid, before and after |
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