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Old 02-05-2007, 11:21 AM
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Braking System Upgrade Questions

I've decided my next project is going to be upgrading some of the braking components in my car. I have done a lot of searching around the site looking for the best configurations. I have seen a lot of varying opinions, but think I have settled on a configuration.

I just wanted to run this past everyone and make sure this was a good combination of components or that I wasn't forgetting anything:
  • Akebono ProACT Ceramic Pads [Front & Rear]
  • RaceConcepts Slotted/Dimpled Rotors [Front & Rear]
  • SS Brake Lines From Motorsport Warehouse

Does this look like a good combination of components? Is there anything else worth doing while I have the braking system ripped apart?
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Old 02-05-2007, 11:49 AM
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I'd say that those look like a good set of upgrades... My only inputs would be to ditch the "dimple drilled rotors"... There is no need for the dimpling, slotted will work perfectly and probably be alittle stronger under heavy load conditions... Also, you might want to look around for the best deal on Stainless Steel brake lines... I know dayle can be alittle bit more expensive on ceritan things for the SVX. I got my TWR Stainless steel lines from Prestige Subaru in Asheville, NC ALONG WITH two bottles of Motul 5.1 brake fluid, all for $79 SHIPPED!!! TWR sells SVX brake lines for around $89 if I'm not mistaken... So look around, that is unless you don't mind paying alittle more
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Old 02-05-2007, 12:48 PM
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I bought all 3 items from raceconcepts and got an svx network discount. They have Axis ceramic pads. If I had it to do over I might get greenstuff brake pads for less dust. Also get a can of brakeleen. I got the blue high heat brake fluid on sale at subaruparts.com
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Old 02-05-2007, 01:15 PM
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Is RaceConcepts still making SS lines for the SVX? When I looked around on their site, I didn't see the SVX listed.

Are the Axis pads equal in quality to the Akebono? Who should I talk to there about a svx network discount?
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Old 02-05-2007, 01:43 PM
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Also, how many bottles of brake fluid does the SVX take?
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Old 02-05-2007, 02:06 PM
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Is RaceConcepts still making SS lines for the SVX? When I looked around on their site, I didn't see the SVX listed.

Are the Axis pads equal in quality to the Akebono? Who should I talk to there about a svx network discount?
you have to call them up and request the lines... Everything I have heard about the Axis pads have been great
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Also, how many bottles of brake fluid does the SVX take?
Only really takes one bottle... Ya don't need more than that... Definitly recommend the Motul fluid though
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Old 02-08-2007, 01:05 PM
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I sent RaceConcepts an email a few days ago, and have not heard back yet. Is there a better way to get in touch with them?
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Old 02-12-2007, 09:01 AM
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Thanks for everyone who offered input! I went ahead and ordered the whole package from RaceConcepts. I'm looking forward to this upgrade... my front brakes are starting to go!
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you have to call them up and request the lines...
ah crap, wish I would have known that. R1concepts sells svx lines, that's who I ordered mine from. I got pads and slotted/drilled rotors from raceconcepts.
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Old 02-12-2007, 09:44 AM
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I'm not sure why they aren't listed on their website with the rest of the brake lines, but they do still sell them.
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Old 02-12-2007, 08:27 PM
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How much did the whole race concepts run?
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Old 02-13-2007, 06:56 AM
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$422 shipped to 19460. That's 4 slotted rotors, 4 Axxis Brake Pads, 4 Stainless Steel Brake Lines, and a bottle of ATE Super Blue Fluid.

You can send an e-mail to sales@raceconcepts.net to get a price quote since not all of these items are shown on their website.
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