Reining in the power of your ride with big brake kits
18 Jun 2013|13,536 views
Like many others, the automotive world is filled with numbers and figures. Since the debut of these commuting tools, mankind has been engulfed with desires to make cars that can go faster and accelerate quicker off the line. That has often put the limelight on the drivetrain, or specifically, the engine.
On the other hand, brakes are less spoken of. However, they are just as important as the drivetrain - without doubt, one of the essential components in an automobile.
As the saying goes "Power is nothing without control".
Without brakes, any car will be like a runaway horse - a beast left to its own wills with nothing at the reins. One can also imagine, brakes that are ineffective pose a serious threat to the safety of the occupants.
As such, it is vital that bigger and more powerful brakes play tandem with greater performance. For instance, carmakers often fit better brakes on their sports variants than standard models.
Getting to know your brakes
All brakes serve a general purpose, and that is to sap on the potential energy of your moving vehicle and bring it to a stop. That said, they still come in different types and sizes. There are two general types of automotive brakes, namely drum and disc brakes.
Drum brakes
Drum brakes are generally more complex, and comprise of more components than disc brakes. They are more commonly found in heavy duty trucks, as well as older low end cars. Recently, they are increasingly being replaced by disc brakes.
Disc brakes, on the other hand, is more commonly found in cars which require more braking performance, such as sport cars. More low to mid end cars, however, are fitted with these type of brakes.
To cater to different application needs, brake discs come in a range of sizes. Generally, bigger discs allow a larger surface for the brake pads to act on, and hence increasing the performance of the brakes.
For more extreme conditions (for use at race tracks, etc), brake discs also incorporate drilled and grooved designs for better heat dissipation, hence preventing heat built up which can cause the brake pads to fade prematurely.
Like many other components in a car, brakes are constantly exposed to high heat and pressure. These are resultant forces from braking actions, which take place regularly during a journey, especially when driving in a cityscape like Singapore. As such, brake components must be able to withstand these strenuous requirements.
The brake specialist - D2 Racing
Racing and aftermarket parts enthusiasts should not be any less familiar with D2 Racing.
For 16 years now, the American brand specialises in performance upgrades (specifically in car suspension and brake kits), and has been actively involved in various motorsports events. The firm heavily utilises the technical knowledge earned from these outings to further improve their products.
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Features of D2 Big Brake Kits
D2 brake kits also feature an 'opposed piston caliper' design which improves brake pads wear and tear and rigidity of the brake caliper over factory stock brakes. In addition, these brakes kits boast an array of engineering features that further improves its efficiency and durability.
For instance, the brake lines are made of stainless steel, which prevents expansion under high pressure. The 'floating disc' design prevents thermal stress from warping the brake disc, and 'slot' design on the rotor significantly reduces braking noise and allows gas and pad debris to be expelled out of the braking system faster than conventional slot design.
The two-piece floating disc assembly also reduces the unsprung weight, which improves the handling of the car. Other enhancements include aluminium pistons, temperature resistant seals, and stainless steel brake pad wear plates.
D2 Racing offers a wide range of brake kits that can be fitted to most of the cars on the market. The kits come with disc size ranging from 286mm to 421mm, with options of four to eight pistons.
Utilising a rotor and bell assembly, the balanced rotors ensure optimum performance, while the bell is made of lightweight aluminium to reduce unsprung weight. For better performance, owners can also choose from a variety of drilled and grooved discs.
To further accentuate the sporty aesthetics of the vehicle, D2 brake calipers come in black, yellow and purple in colour. For bolt-on installations, the kits will include stainless steel brake lines, brake pads and hardware. More impressively, all D2 brake kits come with a dust cover - an must to maintain the aesthetics of your rims.
Customers can be assured of the quality of these brake kits. D2 Racing products have undergone testing at TUV - a German independent product testing and certification provider.
D2 brake kits are available at AT Performance, Block 14 Sin Ming Industrial Estate Sector B #01-21 Singapore 575658. For more information, you can check out their Facebook page or contact them at 96866219.
Like many others, the automotive world is filled with numbers and figures. Since the debut of these commuting tools, mankind has been engulfed with desires to make cars that can go faster and accelerate quicker off the line. That has often put the limelight on the drivetrain, or specifically, the engine.
Brake kits - Power is nothing without control
On the other hand, brakes are less spoken of. However, they are just as important as the drivetrain - without doubt, one of the essential components in an automobile.
As the saying goes "Power is nothing without control".
Without brakes, any car will be like a runaway horse - a beast left to its own wills with nothing at the reins. One can also imagine, brakes that are ineffective pose a serious threat to the safety of the occupants.
As such, it is vital that bigger and more powerful brakes play tandem with greater performance. For instance, carmakers often fit better brakes on their sports variants than standard models.
Getting to know your brakes
All brakes serve a general purpose, and that is to sap on the potential energy of your moving vehicle and bring it to a stop. That said, they still come in different types and sizes. There are two general types of automotive brakes, namely drum and disc brakes.
Drum brakes
Drum brakes are generally more complex, and comprise of more components than disc brakes. They are more commonly found in heavy duty trucks, as well as older low end cars. Recently, they are increasingly being replaced by disc brakes.
Disc brakes, on the other hand, is more commonly found in cars which require more braking performance, such as sport cars. More low to mid end cars, however, are fitted with these type of brakes.
To cater to different application needs, brake discs come in a range of sizes. Generally, bigger discs allow a larger surface for the brake pads to act on, and hence increasing the performance of the brakes.
For more extreme conditions (for use at race tracks, etc), brake discs also incorporate drilled and grooved designs for better heat dissipation, hence preventing heat built up which can cause the brake pads to fade prematurely.
Like many other components in a car, brakes are constantly exposed to high heat and pressure. These are resultant forces from braking actions, which take place regularly during a journey, especially when driving in a cityscape like Singapore. As such, brake components must be able to withstand these strenuous requirements.
The brake specialist - D2 Racing
Racing and aftermarket parts enthusiasts should not be any less familiar with D2 Racing.
For 16 years now, the American brand specialises in performance upgrades (specifically in car suspension and brake kits), and has been actively involved in various motorsports events. The firm heavily utilises the technical knowledge earned from these outings to further improve their products.
Features of D2 Big Brake Kits
D2 Racing brake calipers are machined from aluminium to reduce the unsprung weight for better handling
D2 brake kits also feature an 'opposed piston caliper' design which improves brake pads wear and tear and rigidity of the brake caliper over factory stock brakes. In addition, these brakes kits boast an array of engineering features that further improves its efficiency and durability.
For instance, the brake lines are made of stainless steel, which prevents expansion under high pressure. The 'floating disc' design prevents thermal stress from warping the brake disc, and 'slot' design on the rotor significantly reduces braking noise and allows gas and pad debris to be expelled out of the braking system faster than conventional slot design.
The two-piece floating disc assembly also reduces the unsprung weight, which improves the handling of the car. Other enhancements include aluminium pistons, temperature resistant seals, and stainless steel brake pad wear plates.
Catering to your ride
D2 Racing offers a wide range of brake kits that can be fitted to most of the cars on the market. The kits come with disc size ranging from 286mm to 421mm, with options of four to eight pistons.
Utilising a rotor and bell assembly, the balanced rotors ensure optimum performance, while the bell is made of lightweight aluminium to reduce unsprung weight. For better performance, owners can also choose from a variety of drilled and grooved discs.
To further accentuate the sporty aesthetics of the vehicle, D2 brake calipers come in black, yellow and purple in colour. For bolt-on installations, the kits will include stainless steel brake lines, brake pads and hardware. More impressively, all D2 brake kits come with a dust cover - an must to maintain the aesthetics of your rims.
Customers can be assured of the quality of these brake kits. D2 Racing products have undergone testing at TUV - a German independent product testing and certification provider.
D2 brake kits are available at AT Performance, Block 14 Sin Ming Industrial Estate Sector B #01-21 Singapore 575658. For more information, you can check out their Facebook page or contact them at 96866219.
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