Does anyone make a good aftermarket brake system for the L?

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Sep 17, 2002 | 06:15 PM

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thepawn

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From: Clifton, NJ, USA

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Originally posted by jeffsavage
Just so you all don't think I'm crazy, here's an excert from the 2001 L test on the Edmund's site:

For those craving exotic American muscle, the Lightning is certainly cheaper and more practical than a Dodge Viper. And, it has better braking, Scarpello asserted. The Lightning's four-wheel disc brakes with ABS bring it from 60 mph to a standstill in 136 feet. The Viper requires 139 feet.

As far as fade, you might all be right, but I am not autocrossing in my L, just getting on it every now and then so fade is not a huge issue for me. Maybe someday brake upgrade, but for now I am more than impressed with the stock system.

Very true... because while the stopping distance of the stock brakes are great, try doing that four times in a row and see what happens.

:P It's all about heat dissipation, etc.

Daniel

Sep 17, 2002 | 06:16 PM

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thepawn

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Originally posted by blowntruck
Then again if some money fell on my lap..... I would get Brembos Or just steal The Pawn's kit.....

I saw that. :P lol.

Sep 17, 2002 | 08:27 PM

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SVT_KY

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From: Lexington, KY

Daniel,

Any questions of Warranty with the Brembos? The way
I am going through rotors, I need assurance ... LOL
They seem to last almost EXACTLY 12,000 miles, strange
huh? I also am looking at BEARS but they are total replacements
including the spindles.....

Cliff