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Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

12-06-2023, 08:21 AM

Replies: 168

Essex/AP Racing BBK Owners- What wheels are you running?

Views: 96,621

Posted By JRitt

Thanks for the suggestions. I added a bunch of...

Thanks for the suggestions. I added a bunch of fresh information to the first page of this thread showing everyone how to find our latest wheel fitment info on our site, as well as a video on how to...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

12-06-2023, 07:58 AM

Replies: 10

I ran CSG CP pads in AP 9660 calipers on track with my ZD8

Views: 1,643

Posted By JRitt

Glad you got this sorted Pat...I knew something...

Glad you got this sorted Pat...I knew something wasn't adding up!:party0030:

Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics

10-17-2023, 04:39 PM

Replies: 41

Lightest Better Brakes for 17" Wheels?

Views: 5,559

Posted By JRitt

Thanks for all the discussion on our AP Racing by...

Thanks for all the discussion on our AP Racing by Essex Kits gents. Don't forget that if you want a slightly larger disc than stock while still not completely breaking the bank, we do have our...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

04-21-2023, 07:25 AM

Replies: 42

AP Racing Sprint kit issues

Views: 5,778

Posted By JRitt

Who did you talk with here at Essex? I'm not sure...

Who did you talk with here at Essex? I'm not sure what the miscommunication was, but driving race pads on the street would typically not cause cracking like that. It would cause accelerated wear,...

Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics

12-14-2022, 11:46 AM

Replies: 9

Essex Black Friday ‘22 starts early: Discounts on AP Racing and Ferodo Racing Brakes

Views: 2,244

Posted By JRitt

Nice! Thank you very much for the purchase and...

Nice! Thank you very much for the purchase and please do share some pics!:cheers:

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

09-30-2022, 07:50 AM

Replies: 14

AP Racing Brake kit — options for rear brakes

Views: 3,478

Posted By JRitt

Unless you are having some specific rear brake...

Unless you are having some specific rear brake problem, there's no need to change your rear discs. Yes, you could just change them to something with a slot and they would look better, but that...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

07-26-2022, 01:07 PM

Replies: 9

Bedding Brake Pads

Views: 2,054

Posted By JRitt

It's not a problem to drive them around a bit...

It's not a problem to drive them around a bit before bedding. You won't hurt anything. If you don't get them bedded before you get to the track, just take the first few laps easy and progressively...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

07-15-2022, 11:21 AM

Replies: 14

AP Racing Brake kit — options for rear brakes

Views: 3,478

Posted By JRitt

Whatever pads you decide to go with in our front...

Whatever pads you decide to go with in our front AP Racing brake kit, just get the same matching pad compound for your rear OEM calipers. Also, make sure you have some good brake fluid. We...

Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)

06-15-2022, 10:21 AM

Replies: 69

Toyota Celebrates the Pure Sports Car with 2023 GR86 Special Edition

Views: 9,930

Posted By JRitt

Agreed. I was definitely being unfair. I have...

Agreed. I was definitely being unfair. I have dealt with some excellent dealerships over the years. In fact, my last interaction with an out-of-state dealership on a vehicle purchase was an...

Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)

05-20-2022, 04:46 PM

Replies: 76

‘22 GR86 vs 2010 Cayman (987.2)

Views: 13,804

Posted By JRitt

I agree with others that this is a completely...

I agree with others that this is a completely relevant comparison. The 987 Boxster/Cayman and the new twins are extremely similar in many ways and I can see how anyone looking for a fun sportscar...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

05-13-2022, 08:52 AM

Replies: 16

AP Racing by Essex Brakes for the 2022 BRZ/GR86

Views: 7,532

Posted By JRitt

Thank you very much for the data points! I just...

Thank you very much for the data points! I just added this wheel to our confirmed fitments for each of these kits.

Just an FYI...Essex is now an authorized APEX wheel dealer. We are in the...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

05-13-2022, 08:50 AM

Replies: 6

Track Pad Swap Question

Views: 1,122

Posted By JRitt

We did a couple videos on this topic...hopefully...

We did a couple videos on this topic...hopefully these help. These methods will work on any pads and discs once you understand the underlying concepts.

https://youtu.be/ONpSpWcy0V0

...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

05-13-2022, 08:45 AM

Replies: 13

BBK for long term running costs

Views: 2,072

Posted By JRitt

Hola! I remember talking with you back when you...

Hola! I remember talking with you back when you were originally looking at BBKs.

To my knowledge we've never had any customers tell us that their pad wear with their AP Racing by Essex Sprint...

Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics

04-26-2022, 04:26 PM

Replies: 6

22 Brakes, same as 15 brakes?

Views: 1,671

Posted By JRitt

Brake pads are identical between Gen.1 and Gen.2....

Brake pads are identical between Gen.1 and Gen.2. As noted above, the new aluminum steering knuckle makes a mess of things for some aftermarket brake kits. Here's an in-depth look at the AP Racing...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

03-30-2022, 02:35 PM

Replies: 12

Bedding Carbotech Pads

Views: 2,771

Posted By JRitt

We produced a couple videos on this topic. Each...

We produced a couple videos on this topic. Each pad compound is going to be slightly different, but the same principles and techniques apply to all pads and iron discs.

...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

03-01-2022, 08:22 AM

Replies: 17

2022+ BRZ/GR86 BBK fitment guide

Views: 12,252

Posted By JRitt

There is some outdated info this thread. If you...

There is some outdated info this thread. If you are interested in an AP Racing by Essex Competition Brake Kit, please see our guides below that thoroughly discuss the fitment of each of our kits:
...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

03-01-2022, 08:18 AM

Replies: 18

Not Another Brake Pads Thread 2022 Edition

Views: 2,501

Posted By JRitt

DS2500 will be great for your application. I've...

DS2500 will be great for your application. I've had C7 Z06 clients run them at VIR without fading them. They work great on the street, and rarely make any noise. They're easy on discs, easy to...

Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics

02-14-2022, 10:11 AM

Replies: 59

AP Racing by Essex Brakes for the 2022 BRZ

Views: 14,024

Posted By JRitt

Update: We have put together a document...

Update:

We have put together a document that explains our fitments for all Gen.1 and Gen.2 cars. It should answer most questions you might have, and you can read it here:
...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

02-14-2022, 10:10 AM

Replies: 16

AP Racing by Essex Brakes for the 2022 BRZ/GR86

Views: 7,532

Posted By JRitt

Update: For existing Essex/AP Racing...

Update:

For existing Essex/AP Racing brake kit owners: We have completed measurement of the 2022 GR86. If you have one of our original 299mm or 325mm CP8350 AP Racing by Essex Competition...

Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)

02-14-2022, 10:07 AM

Replies: 69

AP Racing by Essex Brakes for the 2022 GR86

Views: 17,300

Posted By JRitt

For existing Essex/AP Racing brake kit owners: We...

For existing Essex/AP Racing brake kit owners: We have completed measurement of the 2022 GR86. If you have one of our original 299mm or 325mm CP8350 AP Racing by Essex Competition Brake Kits, it...

Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)

02-09-2022, 11:24 AM

Replies: 69

AP Racing by Essex Brakes for the 2022 GR86

Views: 17,300

Posted By JRitt

We did, and we will not have any 2 piston caliper...

We did, and we will not have any 2 piston caliper kits for the rear. Sorry!

We do have our four piston rear Radi-CAL ...

Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)

02-08-2022, 04:02 PM

Replies: 69

AP Racing by Essex Brakes for the 2022 GR86

Views: 17,300

Posted By JRitt

We spent several days measuring the car, and many...

We spent several days measuring the car, and many hours in CAD drawing up new caliper brackets, disc hats, producing prototypes, a secondary test-fitting session, etc. Those parts were also put...

Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)

02-07-2022, 02:56 PM

Replies: 69

AP Racing by Essex Brakes for the 2022 GR86

Views: 17,300

Posted By JRitt

A generous GR86 owner will be bringing his new...

A generous GR86 owner will be bringing his new car to our HQ at the end of this week most likely. We will update when we know what the situation is. :party0030:

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

02-03-2022, 02:24 PM

Replies: 16

AP Racing by Essex Brakes for the 2022 BRZ/GR86

Views: 7,532

Posted By JRitt

Our generous customer brought his car back in,...

Our generous customer brought his car back in, and our 299mm BBK prototype test fitment is complete. Our 299mm Kit clears the OEM 18" wheels with 4-5mm clearance to spare, so no issues there. The...

Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)

02-03-2022, 02:22 PM

Replies: 69

AP Racing by Essex Brakes for the 2022 GR86

Views: 17,300

Posted By JRitt

Our prototype test fitment is complete. Our...

Our prototype test fitment is complete. Our 299mm Kit clears the OEM 18" wheels with 4-5mm clearance to spare, so no issues there. The parts will go into production and we should start delivering...

Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)

02-02-2022, 08:01 AM

Replies: 69

AP Racing by Essex Brakes for the 2022 GR86

Views: 17,300

Posted By JRitt

I honestly don't have all the details yet, as I...

I honestly don't have all the details yet, as I wasn't personally under the car. My engineering director may have even been talking about a different kit/platform. We had a meeting last week on...

Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)

02-01-2022, 01:17 PM

Replies: 69

AP Racing by Essex Brakes for the 2022 GR86

Views: 17,300

Posted By JRitt

Sorry, I thought I did answer that. Both the...

Sorry, I thought I did answer that. Both the caliper bracket and the discs are different. On the endurance kit we are dropping the brake duct provision and will no longer offer that.

Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)

02-01-2022, 07:46 AM

Replies: 69

AP Racing by Essex Brakes for the 2022 GR86

Views: 17,300

Posted By JRitt

We have not measured the new GR86 yet. Our...

We have not measured the new GR86 yet. Our understanding at this point is that unlike the new BRZ, the GR86 uses the old suspension spindle which is identical to the Gen.1 cars. IF the GR86 spindle...

Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)

01-28-2022, 08:45 AM

Replies: 69

AP Racing by Essex Brakes for the 2022 GR86

Views: 17,300

Posted By JRitt

A reminder to everyone...we have not yet measured...

A reminder to everyone...we have not yet measured the new GR86. Everything noted above applies to the 2022 BRZ, which has new aluminum spindles. We may find on the GR86 that our Gen. 1 brake kits...

Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)

01-28-2022, 08:38 AM

Replies: 69

AP Racing by Essex Brakes for the 2022 GR86

Views: 17,300

Posted By JRitt

The pad shapes we use in our calipers were...

The pad shapes we use in our calipers were intentionally chosen because every pad manufacturer makes them in a wide variety of compounds. For a ton more info just go to one of our brake kits for the...

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