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Old 06-06-2017, 02:14 PM   #5 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by OptionZero View Post
Well, i mentioned the RadiCAL system (or something from Brembo, etc) because it would accomodate an even larger rotor for more heat disappation

but it seems like their rotors are internally vented based on the pics here:
Why Upgrade Your Brakes | AP Racing Radi-Cal Big Brake Kits by STILLEN


Sounds like based on your use and tires you are reaching the limits of the OEM braking system and it may be time to step up to a "big brake kit"
That's not how this works. While I will concede that surface area is directly proportional to convective heat transfer capability, surface area and volume do not increase at a 1:1 ratio as you increase the diameter of the rotor. With what you're proposing, you're just increasing heat storage at a faster rate than you are cooling capability. In other words: Once it gets hot, it's staying hot.
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