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idh! · 08-09-2007, 10:41 AM

This is a really great idea, when do you expect to be done with testing?

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zid · 08-09-2007, 11:02 AM

You are my friggin hero. Ive just started some research on a factory big brake setup and I was looking at the RL and RL A-spec. Ill probably be PMing ya in a couple months about that bracket.

MessGSR · 08-09-2007, 11:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zid

You are my friggin hero. Ive just started some research on a factory big brake setup and I was looking at the RL and RL A-spec. Ill probably be PMing ya in a couple months about that bracket.

No diff between the two, only diff is suspension, and lip kit

BrakeExpert · 08-09-2007, 12:08 PM

Yes.

And with this setup, 16" wheels probably will not work (maybe if you have some racing 16s with thin sidewalls and a design meant for big brakes.

Tokyosmash! · 08-09-2007, 12:45 PM

Stole my damn idea

MessGSR · 08-09-2007, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Tokyosmash!

Stole my damn idea

actually there are alot of post about using rl and tl brake upgrades, its just a lil easier for use because we dont have to convert to 5 lug

CerealKiller · 08-09-2007, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by BrakeExpert

Yes.

And with this setup, 16" wheels probably will not work (maybe if you have some racing 16s with thin sidewalls and a design meant for big brakes.

Danm!

Tokyosmash! · 08-09-2007, 02:30 PM

I like it because I will still have ABS

I think it would be cool to leave the acura logo on them, kinda like VW people who get Porsche brakes and leave them be.

zid · 08-09-2007, 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MessGSR

No diff between the two, only diff is suspension, and lip kit

The site I was using told me that the rotors on the A-spec were larger. I just gathering the numbers before I was gonna start really digging for info on the calipers etc

misterghost · 08-09-2007, 05:13 PM

what kind of steel are you using for the brackets?
and for non si models (i have an EX), what about the 1"cylinder....can you supply it too, and the lines and fittings?

MessGSR · 08-09-2007, 06:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zid

The site I was using told me that the rotors on the A-spec were larger. I just gathering the numbers before I was gonna start really digging for info on the calipers etc

im almost 100% sure worked at acura dealership, never saw new rotors installed on a-spec rl's

BrakeExpert · 08-09-2007, 09:26 PM

I am using a block of hot rolled carbon steel, commercial quality. The brackets end up being about 1.5" by 1" and about 7" long with grade 5 bolts used.

Side note: I was told the A-spec Acuras (the RSX and TL at least) come with a different rotor. I think the dimensions are the same but they might be slotted.

I don't have the 1" MC, but I will include the lines, as the RL caliper needs a small hardline with it and a softline. But look on the bright side, no need to get new crush washers every time cause theres no banjo bolt.

Xenon911 · 08-09-2007, 11:50 PM

if this really work can you pm me please... I will try to make both of us rich ...

BrakeExpert · 08-13-2007, 01:14 AM

PMd.

Updated everyone with more pictures. Kits will be for sale soon!

faster Type R · 08-13-2007, 09:13 AM

interesting

BrakeExpert · 08-21-2007, 11:55 PM

Updated again! I have a final product to show!

accordselux · 08-22-2007, 06:31 AM

Interesting...

Demonis · 09-12-2007, 11:28 AM

any luck finding a car to mount/test it on?

PostIt · 09-13-2007, 08:05 AM

Pics on a Car???

BrakeExpert · 09-13-2007, 08:29 AM

not yet, but I'll keep you posted.

hondamanforlife · 09-13-2007, 08:52 AM

how much would this set up cost ball park?? thanks

crxgator · 09-13-2007, 11:17 AM

ever look into 07 CRV front calipers? they are dual piston...also the rear rotor is 12"...

BrakeExpert · 09-13-2007, 07:14 PM

It'll be around 950$ shipped for the front kit.

I have considered the 07 CRV calipers, but they are so damn heavy, you're just as well going to the 99 RL brakes, the difference is negligable between the two (almost) and the weight is just too much. These 05+ RL calipers are 8lbs loaded, and for reference, the 11" NSX calipers are 16lbs loaded, the CRV ones are even worse.
Thanks though, I will look into its back brakes.

BrakeExpert · 09-24-2007, 12:21 AM

Update: The 12.6" brakes are now available. They require a hub-centering ring but will go on all 06+ Civics. Here it is on an Acura Legend knuckle, obviously it will be on the rear of a Civic knuckle. This will require 17s. Sorry this picture isn't the best, I didn't have any blank 12.6" 5x114.3 rotors at the time.

Demonis · 09-24-2007, 05:14 AM

Any tester cars yet? Would like to know how it performs.

08-09-2007, 12:08 PM	#29
BrakeExpert Banned Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 1,223	Re: The biggest OEM Honda brake upgrade ever - Custom mounted Acura RL calipers (accordselux) Yes. And with this setup, 16" wheels probably will not work (maybe if you have some racing 16s with thin sidewalls and a design meant for big brakes.

08-09-2007, 05:13 PM	#35
misterghost Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Monterrey, N.L., Mex Posts: 151	what kind of steel are you using for the brackets? and for non si models (i have an EX), what about the 1"cylinder....can you supply it too, and the lines and fittings? __________________ 5 legged

08-09-2007, 09:26 PM	#37
BrakeExpert Banned Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 1,223	Re: (misterghost) I am using a block of hot rolled carbon steel, commercial quality. The brackets end up being about 1.5" by 1" and about 7" long with grade 5 bolts used. Side note: I was told the A-spec Acuras (the RSX and TL at least) come with a different rotor. I think the dimensions are the same but they might be slotted. I don't have the 1" MC, but I will include the lines, as the RL caliper needs a small hardline with it and a softline. But look on the bright side, no need to get new crush washers every time cause theres no banjo bolt.

08-09-2007, 11:50 PM	#38
Xenon911 Banned Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Rowland Heights, CA, LA Posts: 550	Re: The biggest OEM Honda brake upgrade ever - Custom mounted Acura RL calipers (BrakeExpert) if this really work can you pm me please... I will try to make both of us rich ...

08-13-2007, 01:14 AM	#39
BrakeExpert Banned Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 1,223	Re: The biggest OEM Honda brake upgrade ever - Custom mounted Acura RL calipers (BrakeExpert) PMd. Updated everyone with more pictures. Kits will be for sale soon!

08-13-2007, 09:13 AM	#40
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08-21-2007, 11:55 PM	#41
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08-22-2007, 06:31 AM	#42
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09-12-2007, 11:28 AM	#43
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09-13-2007, 08:05 AM	#44
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09-13-2007, 08:29 AM	#45
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09-13-2007, 11:17 AM	#47
crxgator Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Yankee in Wilmington, NC Posts: 7,787	Re: (BrakeExpert) ever look into 07 CRV front calipers? they are dual piston...also the rear rotor is 12"...

09-13-2007, 07:14 PM	#48
BrakeExpert Banned Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 1,223	Re: (hondamanforlife) It'll be around 950$ shipped for the front kit. I have considered the 07 CRV calipers, but they are so damn heavy, you're just as well going to the 99 RL brakes, the difference is negligable between the two (almost) and the weight is just too much. These 05+ RL calipers are 8lbs loaded, and for reference, the 11" NSX calipers are 16lbs loaded, the CRV ones are even worse. Thanks though, I will look into its back brakes.

09-24-2007, 12:21 AM	#49
BrakeExpert Banned Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 1,223	Re: (BrakeExpert) Update: The 12.6" brakes are now available. They require a hub-centering ring but will go on all 06+ Civics. Here it is on an Acura Legend knuckle, obviously it will be on the rear of a Civic knuckle. This will require 17s. Sorry this picture isn't the best, I didn't have any blank 12.6" 5x114.3 rotors at the time.

09-24-2007, 05:14 AM	#50
Demonis Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Ft Worth, Tx, USA Posts: 2,512	Any tester cars yet? Would like to know how it performs. __________________ 2002 DC5 NHBP - Daily (New Clutch! http://images.honda-tech.com/set1/smile/emthup.gif ) 2006 FG2 NHBP - KIA 1988 CRX Si Yellow - Sold

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