FR-S / BRZ Brakes Upgrade Guide

[makesdrivingfunagain]

Originally Posted by Ben_G

So what if I don't want bigger brakes, only lighter weight? Are there non-BBK kits that use OEM size (or close to OEM size) two piece discs? Would this even be something viable for DD street only use? Potential issues with heat in stop and go driving?

I was interested in a replacement rotor that is the stock size for weight loss and not needing to purchase an entireBBK kit. Let me know if you find one. I couldn't.

[mrderp]

Originally Posted by makesdrivingfunagain

I was interested in a replacement rotor that is the stock size for weight loss and not needing to purchase an entireBBK kit. Let me know if you find one. I couldn't.

What about the DBA5000 rotors?
They're stock sized and 2 pieces.
Might not be much of a weight saving.

[makesdrivingfunagain]

Will look into it, thx

[radroach]

I have questions about replacing my OEM brakes pads front/rear with new OEM pad kits from parts.subaru.com. Just noob questions, I will try to order these parts soon.

Ok first question, there's two different OEM pad kits for rear disk brakes, different parts numbers; is there any difference between the two?

http://parts.subaru.com/p/Subaru_201...6696CA000.html

http://parts.subaru.com/p/Subaru_201...6696AG051.html

Second question, so I need a seal kit?

http://parts.subaru.com/p/Subaru_201...6297FE000.html

Thanks!

[stockysnail]

Originally Posted by radroach

I have questions about replacing my OEM brakes pads front/rear with new OEM pad kits from parts.subaru.com. Just noob questions, I will try to order these parts soon.

Ok first question, there's two different OEM pad kits for rear disk brakes, different parts numbers; is there any difference between the two?

http://parts.subaru.com/p/Subaru_201...6696CA000.html

http://parts.subaru.com/p/Subaru_201...6696AG051.html

Second question, so I need a seal kit?

http://parts.subaru.com/p/Subaru_201...6297FE000.html

Thanks!

No you don't need a seal kit unless you see damage to your seals when you take the pads out.

If all you need is to replace your brake pads from wear then just get the pads separately. You don't need a kit with all the other clips and such because you can reuse your existing ones. See if any people on the forum have some that they don't want anymore as there are a lot of people that have upgraded their pads to a better pad or have bought a big brake kit. That's how I have a couple extra sets of OEM pads.

If you haven't replaced your brake fluid in over 2 years then you should do that as well. Here's a link on how to do it.
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=24614

[JGalp]

for DD and spirited street driving should i just go OEM pads? or winmax W1..W2..? which one between the two. the 20 dollar difference doesnt matter i just want whats better for my applications. i will be doing the brake fluid as well. perhaps a grimmspeed brace

[BigFatFlip]

Originally Posted by JGalp

for DD and spirited street driving should i just go OEM pads? or winmax W1..W2..? which one between the two. the 20 dollar difference doesnt matter i just want whats better for my applications. i will be doing the brake fluid as well. perhaps a grimmspeed brace

Depending on how much spirited driving you do vs DD, OEM may suffice. W1 would be a slight upgrade, with better fade resistance compared to stock, while the W2s will be more performance oriented, coming with all the draw backs such as increased dust and noise.

Since it's a relatively light car, I've been doing OK with W1s for DD, occasional spirited driving and a couple of track days a year.

[JGalp]

Originally Posted by BigFatFlip

Depending on how much spirited driving you do vs DD, OEM may suffice. W1 would be a slight upgrade, with better fade resistance compared to stock, while the W2s will be more performance oriented, coming with all the draw backs such as increased dust and noise.

Since it's a relatively light car, I've been doing OK with W1s for DD, occasional spirited driving and a couple of track days a year.

No track days for me, I haven't even done a canyon run or anything, I'm literally a stoplight to stoplight warrior, I'll get on it sometimes, if there's a street I like and I think is relatively safe I'll go fast into a corner stuff like that, but nothing crazy where I'm constantly on the brakes going downhill or whatever,

[rkaywhodat]

I have an 86 as my DD and have everything stock currently, this upcoming summer I plan to do may be one track day and may be some drifting on a skid pad. My future plan is a few days like this per summer.

I planned to upgrade my brake pads to Project Mu HC+800 pads and use DOT 4 brake fluid as I believe this should be suitable for daily driving in the summer with a few days of drifting and may be a track day or two.

My question is should I switch back to the stock pads during the winter months? would the cross-over/hybrid pads be bad during the winter months?

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[007BRZ]

Here are the PADS your need for Ceramic upgrade on your Yellow or Performance Package BRZ

[NLS8520]

Expanding on that post about the Performance Package Brembo brakes, what hybrid street/track pads fit as of now?

[stockysnail]

Originally Posted by rkaywhodat

I have an 86 as my DD and have everything stock currently, this upcoming summer I plan to do may be one track day and may be some drifting on a skid pad. My future plan is a few days like this per summer.

I planned to upgrade my brake pads to Project Mu HC+800 pads and use DOT 4 brake fluid as I believe this should be suitable for daily driving in the summer with a few days of drifting and may be a track day or two.

My question is should I switch back to the stock pads during the winter months? would the cross-over/hybrid pads be bad during the winter months?

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Check the pads cold temperature rating. If it's not low enough compared to the weather, then I would switch them. Pads that are in-between stock and racing are compromising on both ends, not good for cold and not great for extreme. Ideally you'd have a set of oem pads with rotors and another set of racing pads and rotors. I say rotors as well because the material is different that rubs off from the pads which effect braking sometimes significantly. Our cars are very easy to swap so it shouldn't be much of an issue, just a little time and a little money.

[airindia33]

Is there a list of track pads available for the 17 BRZ with performance pack?

[CounterSpace Garage]

Originally Posted by airindia33

Is there a list of track pads available for the 17 BRZ with performance pack?

Depending on the application, we can help supply you with the correct brake pads for your usage. Let us know!