Rotora Big Brake Rotor Replacements
07-16-2010, 08:41 PM
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07-18-2010, 01:44 PM
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07-18-2010, 02:12 PM
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But now i am considering the Wilwood bbk, since the cost was about $900 new on ebay and the used Rotora calipers were about $500 + new rotors.
Are the Wilwood bbk just as good? or any preference between the two?
07-18-2010, 03:02 PM
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i say go the oem acura RL bbk route. it cost me $642 for the complete bbk. its also cheaper to replace pads and rotors.
pads, rotors, calipers, stainless steel brake lines, custom bracket grand total $642. i say this is the best economical route otherwise your just spending more for the brand name.
pads, rotors, calipers, stainless steel brake lines, custom bracket grand total $642. i say this is the best economical route otherwise your just spending more for the brand name.
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07-18-2010, 07:52 PM
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do the RL brakes bolt right up? if not what parts do you need? Will those fit on standard 17" CL-S Rims?
07-18-2010, 08:04 PM
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so the rims have to be 18" then right? and where do I get the braket? and what year RL calipers work?
07-18-2010, 08:08 PM
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i say go the oem acura RL bbk route. it cost me $642 for the complete bbk. its also cheaper to replace pads and rotors.
pads, rotors, calipers, stainless steel brake lines, custom bracket grand total $642. i say this is the best economical route otherwise your just spending more for the brand name.
pads, rotors, calipers, stainless steel brake lines, custom bracket grand total $642. i say this is the best economical route otherwise your just spending more for the brand name.
07-18-2010, 08:14 PM
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the stock CL wheels are 16" the stock CL-S wheels are 17" so you are saying that I would have to get 3rd gen TL wheels then?
07-18-2010, 08:23 PM
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How can I ensure that replacement wheels will have enough clearance if I do not go the 3rd gen tl route
07-18-2010, 08:53 PM
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if u paid $75 x 2 for the calipers what did the rest of the $ go to.. just trying to get the breakdown of the cost $674. I know a good part of that will go towards the bracket.
Is there any fade in the braking or serious bias like originally complained about if u hit the brake hard.
07-18-2010, 08:57 PM
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do u know if RJ wheels clear them and if lowering the car has any effect on the RL BBK clearance.
if u paid $75 x 2 for the calipers what did the rest of the $ go to.. just trying to get the breakdown of the cost $674. I know a good part of that will go towards the bracket.Is there any fade in the braking or serious bias like originally complained about if u hit the brake hard.
if u paid $75 x 2 for the calipers what did the rest of the $ go to.. just trying to get the breakdown of the cost $674. I know a good part of that will go towards the bracket.Is there any fade in the braking or serious bias like originally complained about if u hit the brake hard.
you would have to contact RJ about his wheels. all his wheels are different. lowering your car has zero affect on bbk clearance.
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07-18-2010, 09:06 PM
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so the 350Z rotors are a direct fit?
07-18-2010, 09:13 PM
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what year are they for?
07-18-2010, 09:30 PM
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Cool it looks like I might be doing a brake upgrade here really soon :p
07-18-2010, 09:42 PM
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do u know if RJ wheels clear them and if lowering the car has any effect on the RL BBK clearance.
if u paid $75 x 2 for the calipers what did the rest of the $ go to.. just trying to get the breakdown of the cost $674. I know a good part of that will go towards the bracket.
Is there any fade in the braking or serious bias like originally complained about if u hit the brake hard.
if u paid $75 x 2 for the calipers what did the rest of the $ go to.. just trying to get the breakdown of the cost $674. I know a good part of that will go towards the bracket.
Is there any fade in the braking or serious bias like originally complained about if u hit the brake hard.
but then again, on the legend wheels (iirc) he can custom make, basically any offset/clearence you want though
07-18-2010, 11:47 PM
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Whats up with RDX owners?
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do u know if RJ wheels clear them and if lowering the car has any effect on the RL BBK clearance.
if u paid $75 x 2 for the calipers what did the rest of the $ go to.. just trying to get the breakdown of the cost $674. I know a good part of that will go towards the bracket.
Is there any fade in the braking or serious bias like originally complained about if u hit the brake hard.
if u paid $75 x 2 for the calipers what did the rest of the $ go to.. just trying to get the breakdown of the cost $674. I know a good part of that will go towards the bracket.
Is there any fade in the braking or serious bias like originally complained about if u hit the brake hard.
07-20-2010, 12:09 PM
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they have a different mounting bracket/ears to even the regular brakes, but yeah the RL is different also, and those mount with custom brackets no issues, so i don't see why not (let alone you can pretty much put ANY caliper on anycar if you want to with custom brackets, it just a matter of a large enough wheel/rotor, and makeing up some brackets, then also getting a couple of hose adaptors for the lines if needed)
07-20-2010, 03:57 PM
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The TL Brembos are absolute shit. They have nothing on the RL calipers.
The TL calipers are made by Acura. Not Brembo. Brembo licenses their name out.
The RL calipers are made by ADVICS, not Acura. They are also incredibly light (7lbs).
The TL calipers are made by Acura. Not Brembo. Brembo licenses their name out.
The RL calipers are made by ADVICS, not Acura. They are also incredibly light (7lbs).
07-21-2010, 05:01 PM
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Just a heads up: ROTORA has discontinued their 1 piece discs for most Acura models. For those of you who need replacement rotors you can upgrade their 2 piece disc but it requires new calipers. ROTORA offers the upgrade kit for about $900 plus shipping but you must send your old calipers back. Here is the info regarding this from ROTORA:
Rotora will offer an upgrade to replace the old 1- piece rotor kit for your clients as follows:
- Brand new set of Forged 4 pistons Calipers (Red or Metallic Blue) of their choice.
- Brand new set of Billet Aluminum Hats.
- Brand new set of Disc rings (Slotted or Drilled & Slotted) of their choice.
Rotora in return will need their old Calipers and 1- piece rotors ship back to us pre-paid for this exchange. Also please inform your client’s that they can still use their Brackets, Lines and Pads that came with their old Kit. If they decline, Option #2 is for them to purchase the whole new replacement 2- piece rotor brake kit system we offer for their vehicle.
Rotora will offer an upgrade to replace the old 1- piece rotor kit for your clients as follows:
- Brand new set of Forged 4 pistons Calipers (Red or Metallic Blue) of their choice.
- Brand new set of Billet Aluminum Hats.
- Brand new set of Disc rings (Slotted or Drilled & Slotted) of their choice.
Rotora in return will need their old Calipers and 1- piece rotors ship back to us pre-paid for this exchange. Also please inform your client’s that they can still use their Brackets, Lines and Pads that came with their old Kit. If they decline, Option #2 is for them to purchase the whole new replacement 2- piece rotor brake kit system we offer for their vehicle.
07-21-2010, 05:29 PM
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Whats up with RDX owners?
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07-21-2010, 09:06 PM
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Just a heads up: ROTORA has discontinued their 1 piece discs for most Acura models. For those of you who need replacement rotors you can upgrade their 2 piece disc but it requires new calipers. ROTORA offers the upgrade kit for about $900 plus shipping but you must send your old calipers back. Here is the info regarding this from ROTORA:
Rotora will offer an upgrade to replace the old 1- piece rotor kit for your clients as follows:
- Brand new set of Forged 4 pistons Calipers (Red or Metallic Blue) of their choice.
- Brand new set of Billet Aluminum Hats.
- Brand new set of Disc rings (Slotted or Drilled & Slotted) of their choice.
Rotora in return will need their old Calipers and 1- piece rotors ship back to us pre-paid for this exchange. Also please inform your client’s that they can still use their Brackets, Lines and Pads that came with their old Kit. If they decline, Option #2 is for them to purchase the whole new replacement 2- piece rotor brake kit system we offer for their vehicle.
Rotora will offer an upgrade to replace the old 1- piece rotor kit for your clients as follows:
- Brand new set of Forged 4 pistons Calipers (Red or Metallic Blue) of their choice.
- Brand new set of Billet Aluminum Hats.
- Brand new set of Disc rings (Slotted or Drilled & Slotted) of their choice.
Rotora in return will need their old Calipers and 1- piece rotors ship back to us pre-paid for this exchange. Also please inform your client’s that they can still use their Brackets, Lines and Pads that came with their old Kit. If they decline, Option #2 is for them to purchase the whole new replacement 2- piece rotor brake kit system we offer for their vehicle.
And what does Rotora want with these used parts?