The
braking system on the RX-7 is already quite superior to
nearly every other car on the road but there is always
the potential to make it even better. Some problems we’ve
found with the stock braking system on both the street
and track is the lack of initial ‘bite’ when
using the stock pads and/or brake fade, cracking or warping
of the stock rotors, and lack in braking modulation (caused
by stock brake lines). To overcome these issues and make
the entire system work optimally, you have to address
the cause of each problem and solve it in a logical manner.
If you feel that after you brake hard a few times in a
row your stopping distances are increasing, you’re
likely to get the most benefit from upgrading to better
brake pads. If you are commonly hard on brakes or have
had to/need to replace brake rotors due to warping or
cracking, then upgrading to cross drilled or slotted rotors
might be a solution for longer lasting and better performing
rotors. And if you feel the brake pedal is just too soft
or lacks the braking ‘feel’ you desire, even
after a proper flushing of the brake fluid, then you want
to look into upgrading to stainless steel brake lines
which do not flex like the stock rubber lines.
If you are upgrading just one component of the braking
system, please make sure to check the condition of the
other components at that time. If something else looks
to be in need of service, it is HIGHLY advised that you
repair it immediately.
The
Bönez Complete Brake Upgrade Package provides the
ultimate in braking power for the street, drag strip,
or occasional road racing and autocross. This brake package
will yield improved brake pedal feel, increased stopping
power, excellent brake modulation, and reduced brake temperatures.
The kit includes the Bönez Stage 1 Brake Pads for
the Front and Rear, Front and Rear Cross Drilled or Slotted
Rotors and Stainless Steel Brake lines. Kit with
x-drilled rotors shown.
The
Bönez Cross Drilled brake rotors offer many
advantages over original brake rotors. These rotors
reduce stopping distances, brake temperatures, and
unsprung weight. These benefits can enhance braking
performance in wet and dry conditions, and increase
brake pad life. Cross drilled rotors also enable
the gases emitted under hard braking to vent and
further improve braking predictability. To improve
reliability and reduce stress points, all holes are
CNC machined, radiused and then plated. Front
rotors shown.
The
Bönez Stage 1 Pads are intended for the modified
street car and/or racer (autocross, drag racing)
who demands increased stopping ability with no brake
fade. The Stage 1 compound requires a minimal amount
of warm up for optimal braking and works well in
all types of driving. These pads are the ultimate
choice for street driven cars, even ones using expensive
custom wheels, because of their low noise and low
dust characteristics. Front
pads shown.
Bönez
Stage 1 Pads - Front 86-91 1-piston
Price: $65.00
Bönez
Stage 1 Pads - Front 86-95 4-piston
Price: $65.00
Bönez
Stage 1 Pads - Rear 86-91
Price: $65.00
When
upgrading your brake system, consider the benefits of
RP D.O.T. legal braided stainless steel brake lines. Because
the construction of these lines are far superior to original
equipment, they will not crack, split or burst. Upgrading
to the RP Stainless Steel brake lines will greatly improve
brake feel and response.
These stainless steel brake lines are built to install
in the exact same manner as the stock lines so no special
tools or installation procedures are required.
High performance cars need high performing fluid. Here’s
a favorite value, Ate SL brake fluid. The dry boiling point of this
brake fluid is 500F and compares with the best. Sold in a one liter container
to flush an entire system.
Ate SL DOT 4 Brake Fluid - 1 liter
Price: $12.95
