Introduction
Your tyres do play a huge role in stopping your car. While changes to different parts of the brake system may affect certain characteristics or traits of the braking behavior, using more capable and 'stickier' tyres, to most, is ultimately the only sure-fire method of decreasing stopping distances.
But using less-than-capable braking kits can cause even more of a mess. While most may think that acceleration is everything when it comes to racing or driving for that matter, your car's brakes play just as an important role as any other components in the car.
Bigger isn't necessarily better when it comes to all things automotive. But when it comes to brakes, size generally does matter. That's because braking performance depends largely on how much surface area the brake pads have to bite into. As a result, larger pads and larger brake discs make for shorter stopping distances. Plus, the increased surface area allows for greater heat dissipation.
That's why installing a set of proper and reliable big brake kit (also known as BBK) is recommended for drivers who enjoy circuit racing, drifting, motorsports or even for those who just want to have an ease of mind when driving.
What is a big brake kit?
A brake kit refers to the entire set of brake kit which consists of a brake disc (also known as rotor to some), brake pads, the brake caliper, brake lines and mounting hardware.
An example of a big brake kit (BBK) from FORCE with six pistons
What are some of the advantages of big brake kit?
There are several advantages to big brake kits from different brands that range from shorter stopping distances, better brake modulation, a firmer brake pedal and less brake fade in your system. More notably, your big brake kit is going to offer a better spread of heat over the cylinder to prevent damaging effects, that other standard factory installed systems suffer from.
Your tyres do play a huge role in stopping your car. While changes to different parts of the brake system may affect certain characteristics or traits of the braking behavior, using more capable and 'stickier' tyres, to most, is ultimately the only sure-fire method of decreasing stopping distances.
But using less-than-capable braking kits can cause even more of a mess. While most may think that acceleration is everything when it comes to racing or driving for that matter, your car's brakes play just as an important role as any other components in the car.
Bigger isn't necessarily better when it comes to all things automotive. But when it comes to brakes, size generally does matter. That's because braking performance depends largely on how much surface area the brake pads have to bite into. As a result, larger pads and larger brake discs make for shorter stopping distances. Plus, the increased surface area allows for greater heat dissipation.
That's why installing a set of proper and reliable big brake kit (also known as BBK) is recommended for drivers who enjoy circuit racing, drifting, motorsports or even for those who just want to have an ease of mind when driving.
What is a big brake kit?
A brake kit refers to the entire set of brake kit which consists of a brake disc (also known as rotor to some), brake pads, the brake caliper, brake lines and mounting hardware.
What are some of the advantages of big brake kit?
There are several advantages to big brake kits from different brands that range from shorter stopping distances, better brake modulation, a firmer brake pedal and less brake fade in your system. More notably, your big brake kit is going to offer a better spread of heat over the cylinder to prevent damaging effects, that other standard factory installed systems suffer from.
Better brake modulation and pedal feel
For starters, unlike some stock brakes, where they can either be too mushy or over-sensitive, a set of BBK can deliver a good initial bite to the brakes, making sudden braking more comfortable. Providing a good brake modulation and consistent pedal feel are also part of the effects from a BBK. This helps to instil confidence in the driver, regardless on track or road, when he is travelling at high speeds.
Shorter stopping distance
One thing you would notice with these brake kits is a greater decrease in the stopping distance, as there is a greater area of contact, allowing for better brake control. Where stock brakes have a jerking feel when the brakes are slammed due to the intervention by the Anti-lock braking system (ABS), a BBK will bring your car to a total halt in a fuss-free and confident manner. Plus, due to the pad design, there is more area that comes in contact with the brake disc, giving the vehicle greater stopping power and heat displacement.
Heat dissipation
Having a larger brake disc helps increase thermal effectiveness, absorbing the heat generated under heavy braking. As most of us would already know, car brakes take the kinetic energy of your car's movement and disperse it as heat when the calipers clamp down on the brake discs. Beyond a certain temperature, your stock brakes will lose effectiveness and may even cause you to slam on the brake pedal to get the car to slow down or stop. More notably, this greatly reduces brake fade and provides consistently shorter stopping distances.
That machismo look
More impressively, all these can be achieved while giving your car that supercar look and feel without compromising on your car's performance.
It's always about the looks - aggressive and machismo - regardless of whether you're on the go or at a standstill
For starters, unlike some stock brakes, where they can either be too mushy or over-sensitive, a set of BBK can deliver a good initial bite to the brakes, making sudden braking more comfortable. Providing a good brake modulation and consistent pedal feel are also part of the effects from a BBK. This helps to instil confidence in the driver, regardless on track or road, when he is travelling at high speeds.
Shorter stopping distance
One thing you would notice with these brake kits is a greater decrease in the stopping distance, as there is a greater area of contact, allowing for better brake control. Where stock brakes have a jerking feel when the brakes are slammed due to the intervention by the Anti-lock braking system (ABS), a BBK will bring your car to a total halt in a fuss-free and confident manner. Plus, due to the pad design, there is more area that comes in contact with the brake disc, giving the vehicle greater stopping power and heat displacement.
Heat dissipation
Having a larger brake disc helps increase thermal effectiveness, absorbing the heat generated under heavy braking. As most of us would already know, car brakes take the kinetic energy of your car's movement and disperse it as heat when the calipers clamp down on the brake discs. Beyond a certain temperature, your stock brakes will lose effectiveness and may even cause you to slam on the brake pedal to get the car to slow down or stop. More notably, this greatly reduces brake fade and provides consistently shorter stopping distances.
That machismo look
More impressively, all these can be achieved while giving your car that supercar look and feel without compromising on your car's performance.
Things to look out for when installing a big brake kit
Before investing in a big brake upgrade kit or individual big brake parts, there's one thing you should check. You must be certain that your current wheel size is compatible with the kit. Stock or factory wheels often don't provide the clearance necessary for big brake kits.
Installing one that of incorrect size can cause unnecessary friction between the calipers and your car's backside of the rim, reducing your car's ability to maximise traction, robbing you of performance as well as the deserved confidence-inspiring braking responsiveness.
Additionally, a system that uses too many pistons or pistons that are too large will make the brake pedal much more difficult to modulate, limiting you of brake input.
Another factor to look out for is the cost as well as the installation process itself. Big brands such as Brembo, Power Slot Plus, StopTech and Rotora are indeed reliable but are they worth that much to install in your car? Plus, some of these brands do not offer any forms of guarantee and may not have professionals installing the brake kits on your car.
Is FORCE big brake kit the answer to your braking problems / upgrade?
Before investing in a big brake upgrade kit or individual big brake parts, there's one thing you should check. You must be certain that your current wheel size is compatible with the kit. Stock or factory wheels often don't provide the clearance necessary for big brake kits.
Installing one that of incorrect size can cause unnecessary friction between the calipers and your car's backside of the rim, reducing your car's ability to maximise traction, robbing you of performance as well as the deserved confidence-inspiring braking responsiveness.
Additionally, a system that uses too many pistons or pistons that are too large will make the brake pedal much more difficult to modulate, limiting you of brake input.
Another factor to look out for is the cost as well as the installation process itself. Big brands such as Brembo, Power Slot Plus, StopTech and Rotora are indeed reliable but are they worth that much to install in your car? Plus, some of these brands do not offer any forms of guarantee and may not have professionals installing the brake kits on your car.
What about FORCE big brake kit?
Incorporated by a team of three, FORCE is an up and coming brand for BBK in Singapore. Utilising T6 forging material for its big brake kits, its products are significantly lighter compared to the weight of regular brake kits. This allows a perfect balance between driving as well as braking performance.
What's more impressive is the fact that maintenance of FORCE's big brake kits is a breeze. Unlike most calipers in the market, those from FORCE can be opened, allowing for easy servicing. As a result, users of FORCE BBK will be able to save on changing the entire brake kit should the pads wear out.
Furthermore, with its BBKs including a brake lining that's made of composite materials that allows for fast heat dissipation, buyers will have one less thing to worry about. In contrast to ordinary brake linings, FORCE utilises a special metal brake lining with a three-layer structure that's acid and alkaline resistant as well as anti-ageing. It also has good ductility and malleability which allows bending or twisting for easy installation.
Ranging from a big 4 pot to a massive 12 pot rotor, one simply cannot deny how much thought has been put into FORCE. Integrating performance with style, the colours of your chosen calipers from FORCE BBKs can be customised, and that's if the generous range of colours do not already suit your palate.
Based on what we have experienced personally with FORCE BBK products, they are developed to offer race-inspired braking components that are endowed with several significant advantages over a vehicle's original braking system to provide superior braking time after time.
One thing is for sure. One of the most important components of safe driving is safe stopping. Make sure your brake system is up for the challenge by upgrading to high-quality performance brake kits today.
Interested buyers and fans of FORCE BBK can check out FORCE's Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/DynamicsMechanic or head down to Dynamics Mechanic Pte Ltd at 184 Woodlands Industrial Park E5, Woodlands, Singapore 757514 to check out the brake kits in person.
You can also contact Albert at 6363 5112 / 9850 4444 or e-mail him at [email protected].
Incorporated by a team of three, FORCE is an up and coming brand for BBK in Singapore. Utilising T6 forging material for its big brake kits, its products are significantly lighter compared to the weight of regular brake kits. This allows a perfect balance between driving as well as braking performance.
What's more impressive is the fact that maintenance of FORCE's big brake kits is a breeze. Unlike most calipers in the market, those from FORCE can be opened, allowing for easy servicing. As a result, users of FORCE BBK will be able to save on changing the entire brake kit should the pads wear out.
Furthermore, with its BBKs including a brake lining that's made of composite materials that allows for fast heat dissipation, buyers will have one less thing to worry about. In contrast to ordinary brake linings, FORCE utilises a special metal brake lining with a three-layer structure that's acid and alkaline resistant as well as anti-ageing. It also has good ductility and malleability which allows bending or twisting for easy installation.
Ranging from a big 4 pot to a massive 12 pot rotor, one simply cannot deny how much thought has been put into FORCE. Integrating performance with style, the colours of your chosen calipers from FORCE BBKs can be customised, and that's if the generous range of colours do not already suit your palate.
Based on what we have experienced personally with FORCE BBK products, they are developed to offer race-inspired braking components that are endowed with several significant advantages over a vehicle's original braking system to provide superior braking time after time.
One thing is for sure. One of the most important components of safe driving is safe stopping. Make sure your brake system is up for the challenge by upgrading to high-quality performance brake kits today.
Interested buyers and fans of FORCE BBK can check out FORCE's Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/DynamicsMechanic or head down to Dynamics Mechanic Pte Ltd at 184 Woodlands Industrial Park E5, Woodlands, Singapore 757514 to check out the brake kits in person.
You can also contact Albert at 6363 5112 / 9850 4444 or e-mail him at [email protected].
