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Originally Posted by Dave-ROR
Some quick math on the STI parts, using like pads from Essex:
2004 STi front rotors (Centric blanks): $93/each
2008 STI rear rotors (would need to be redrilled but regular 2004 STi rotors don't work right?): $55 each from NAPA
C300 front pads: $386
C300 rear pads: $215
Total: $897
Essex Sprint Kit:
Front Rotors: $165/each
Rear Rotors (Centric blanks): $44/each
C300 front pads: $190
C300 rear pads: $235
Total: $843
I'm running 235/40 AD08s currently.
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Another big difference is how much better in general those rotors are over just OEM STI blanks. More fins, thicker, lighter, etc for just a little bit more and probably last quite a bit longer than the STI version. Not to mention the brake pads on the Essex kit are ultra fatty (15mm pad material vs. 10mm OEM). Dave's tire setup is a good indicator at how good these brakes are and a ballpark as to what people will generally run for their car setup.
We'll be doing some pretty abusive tests soon. Stay tuned for that.
