Base Brakes Track Day

JARblue · 03-18-2020, 10:55 AM

Don't bother with the Z1 for heavy track use. They are too lightweight. The unsprung weight loss is nice, but the lack of mass is a significant obstacle to heat dissipation.

The Racing Brake 2 piece are the best option but $$$. DBA next best option and good value.

Mick_12Nismo · 03-18-2020, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

Don't bother with the Z1 for heavy track use. They are too lightweight. The unsprung weight loss is nice, but the lack of mass is a significant obstacle to heat dissipation.

The Racing Brake 2 piece are the best option but $$$. DBA next best option and good value.

Gotta ask JAR - DBA?

JARblue · 03-18-2020, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Mick_12Nismo

Gotta ask JAR - DBA?

I actually picked up a used set of 2 piece Z1 rotors locally a while back. They are pretty beat up from track use, but the price was right; figured I'd replace the rings if necessary. I haven't even driven on them, but I'm already planning to replace everything. I will probably bite the bullet and buy the RB rotors. I'm in too deep to seriously consider the DBAs at this point.

JARblue · 03-18-2020, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Mick_12Nismo

Gotta ask JAR - DBA?

It just occurred to me that you might be asking what is DBA. Just another brand. They make a very nice 2-pc rotor: DBA 5000 series T3 (fronts only - no rear 2-pc).

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