Bluestone Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 I recently upgraded my Subie's front brakes with DBA Series 4000 slotted rotors. Flushed/refilled the hydraulic system (including clutch line) with Até Super Blue fluid and fitted a fresh set of PBR/Axxis Ultimate brake pads, too. I originally had PBR/Axxis Ultimate pads fitted on all four brakes and that, alone, noticeably increased braking effectiveness. But the slotted rotors make braking even better. I decided to pass on stainlesss steel brake hoses (for now, anyway) feeling that it would be a bit of overkill for my needs. I don't really drive in a competitive style but just want strong, fade free braking when the need arises. And I left the original rotors at the rear. I'm really pleased with my Sube's braking now:clap: . I'm getting fast, straight stops and these rotors do pull the Sube down from speed quite nicely. I just drove about 50 miles in spirited fashion through some winding roads in the hills and the brakes performed beautifully. And in heavy rain, there's no lag when braking; the slots in the front rotors apparently clear the rotor surface immediately. DBA (Disk Brakes Australia) makes only brake rotors, nothing else, and they adhere to the highest standards in research and quality. Check out their website, it's got some interesting info. http://www.dba.com.au Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rooster2 Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Sounds like a good improvement. It is always fun to create, work, and complete a special project. The gained results just add to the satisfaction. Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durania Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 I will consider that brand whenever I plan to upgrade mine. My buddy has been running with the idea of upgrading his WRX to STi brakes. When he upgrades, I get hand-me-down's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamal Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 The real benefit of the 4000s is that they are bigger and have better vanes. 295x25.4mm vs. 294x24mm OEM, and they have some sort of a crazy vane design called "Kangaroo Paw." So that gives more heat capacity and better cooling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Setright Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 Yep, DBA make some very nice discs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strakes Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 I've got DBA's as well on the '02 ...they are nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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