the calipers don’t HAVE TO be red … but I think the red would look good behind my rims …
(sorry about the pic being so big)
I was talking to focusinprogress and he said the same thing. That stainless steel lines and brake pads would make a world of a difference. So the SSBC kit only includes stuff for the front? correct?
Depends on the kit. Check their website for application guide:
Some cars they make a rear kit for two. Don’t know about Hondas off the top of my head.
Okay, sorry then. I just didn’t know You were a brake expert. My apologies.
Really? I’ve heard alot of comments from both sides of the SS line debate.
You have something that says they are beneficial in street apps?
IMO wait until the car is running and to the point where you’re going to NEED these brakes. I’m all about upgraded braking systems, but unless you’re doing a lot of racing…save your $. Get the other stuff in order first.
Get a body kit first
I was just fuggin with you, yes I do work at SSBC…
I have initiative to write alot in this thread, but Niagara Mohawk has different
opinions of that right now. At 4:00 to 4:30 they are going to kill our power
because we have a power pole down over here, and they need to play with
their poles now…
shit, thats means i might be with out power at my place too
:tup:
definately waiting on Your (eventual) response then.
tks
I have my car, and my former track bike that I added stainless lines to. The lines allow the braking system to be more efficient and provide better brake/pedal feel. Increased efficiency = better braking system, especially if you are talking about a 10 year old car. Add some decent pads and rotors to the mix, and it’s better than stock. I proved it to myself on the street, and for most of an autocross season. But don’t take my word for it:
http://www.nyspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?p=44607#post44607
Stoptech, and any other major brake manufacturer worth their salt can spell it out for you. It’s a proven fact that stainless lines are a benefit, assuming of course the rest of your system (pads, rotors, fluid, etc) aren’t worn out. Just follow that Stoptech link to “Stainless Steel Line Q&A”.
I’m sure TKKlemann will chime in with something very similar.
I’ve read many manufacturer briefs, but I’ve heard of whitepapers from enthusiasts & racers (amatuer to pro) that have negated these. In comparison, I don’t believe every television manufacturer that their new Widget will add “color” to a picture… unless there is a benchmark.
The reason I asked for Your (or whomever locally) experience is that I have it on word-of-mouth that You are a real person with a real street-driven car. So, for that, :tup: thx.
Obviously line’s packaged with pads & rotors (especially in addition to better then stock clamps) are going to provide a better pedal & performance. My question was simply to wether or not the lines them selves were worth while.
IOW I dont want to drop the coin for SS lines on my car if they are marginally better for a street beater occasional track/race car. I’m replacing the lines this winter (if i ever get it back) as it is, I’ve just been debating the “upgrade”.
tks again
From my experience. If your rotors are in good condition, or fluids are properly changed and you have GOOD PADS, then you can benefit from stainless steel lines. Especially if your car is older than say 2002.
I would suggest (if you decide to try SS lines) inspecting your rotors for wear, cracks (especially if cross-drilled). If the rotors are ok, get a new set of pads, flush your brake fluid, and add the SS lines. You will experience a world of difference. At the very minimum, the confidence in the pedal feel as well as the response/feedback from the pedal will change the way you brake while driving. That alone is worth the price of the SS lines.
i upgraded the pads to hawk hps and ran ss lines and ate fluid. that made a world of difference in pedal feel. the stopping power is more than i will ever need on the street. lines are only like 90 bucks, so its not really much of an investment. try to find a set with a coating on the outside of the lines.
Coating or plasic sleeves over the lines, especially if you plan on winter driving.
best option so far :tup
sad part is … I already did that awhile ago :banghead: before I knew any better
lol :tup: to learning 
that’s basically what I’m trying to do … learn. I may sound like an idiot sometimes, ok most of the time, but it happens when you’re asking about stuff that you basically know nothing about.
The Accord is a summer only vehicle, but I’ll still see if I can get the SS lines w/ the coating/plastic sleeving on them, it can’t hurt. I think it’s about time to change the pads too. Speaking of pads … are the ceramic ones that much better than the other types of brake pads?
some good brake articles here from stoptech
http://www.stoptech.com/tech_info/tech_white_papers.shtml
the coating is pretty important no matter what. if any dirt or rock fragments gets in between the steel and teflon, they have a much higher chance of rupture. that would be most unpleasant in a hard driving/emergency braking situation.
whatever you are looking at for pads, just make sure you match them to where/how you will be driving. race pads will not be good on the street as you will most likely have problems getting them up to temp and keeping them up there.
Axxis ultimate pads and bleed your brakes
when your making that setup fade, come ask about upgrade kits