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It's not just for grip. Having more volume inside the tire and tighter side wall make for a much more stable tire. I can tell you that the frs can definitely make use of more rim. Whether you want that improvement is something I can't argue with
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I think the brembo BBKs weigh less than the OEM brakes.
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I have done the weight comparisons, and going to a lighter wheel and the brembo front brakes can basically equal out at OEM weight if you do it right.
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umm.. not in this case. The rotor and wheel are tied together and are both rotational. The stock BRZ rotors are 17.1 lbs each. I think the Brembo is like 26 lbs. So you're gaining 9 lbs of rotational mass. Plus.. I believe the Brembo calipers are couple lbs heavier than the stock calipers so you're gaining some extra static mass as well. |
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Ah.. that might be the source of confusion.. I assumed he was thinking about the STI Brembo conversion.
If it's the GT BBK, then I think the 2 piece rotors are pretty close in weight to the stockers.. and that would be a good option. |
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I think Apex is making wheels for our twins now.
I had them on my BMW and they were one of the lightest available. http://www.apexraceparts.com/apex-pr.../#.U_6OJ6Oy2ig |
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