Extreme
Baer Claw systems for the most demanding performance requirement feature Alcon calipers. PRO & PRO+ systems employ a four-piston caliper, while EXTREME+ units feature a billet six-piston unit. In addition to front systems, a number of rear systems are also available. All employ a radial mount configuration with staggered bores, high silicone content rotors and carbon pads.
For more information, contact: Baer (602) 233-1411 or baer.com.
Gran Turismo
Brembo Gran Turismo brake systems deliver the company's racing heritage to the street. The Gran Turismo can be ordered with one-piece or two-piece rotors and it uses a floating disc mounting system for maximum heat dissipation. Four-piston aluminum calipers provide the bite and teh kit includes pads and stainless-steel braided lines.
Calipers can be ordered with a black, red or silver finish. Popular import applications include Acura Integram RSX and NSX, all popular Hondas, Lexus IS300, Mazda RX-7, Nissan 240SX, 300ZX and Maxima, Mitsubishi Eclips, Subaru WRX and Toyota Celica and Supra.
For more information, contact: Brembo North America, Dept. THP, 1585 Sunflower Ave., Costa Mesa , CA 92626 (800) 325- 3994.
Honda Rear Disc Conversion
AEM's rear drum-to-disc brake conversion for the Honda Civic EX is a true bolt-on affair; no cutting or drilling is required. Each conversion kit includes AEM Big Rotors, AEM High Performance brake pads, OE calipers, OE e-brake cables, OE brake lines, CNC-machined caliper repositioning brackets and adapter/conversion brackets, all mounting hardware, comprehensive instructions and AEM decals.
AEM rear drum-to-disc conversion kits are available for 1992-2000 Honda Civics. Applications for the Honda Accord will be available soon.
For more information, contact; AEM, Dept. THP, 2205 W. 126th St., Hawthorne, CA 90250, (310) 484-2322, aempower.com.
High-Tech Rotors
Disc Brakes Australia (dba), Australia's leading manufacturer of high performance rotors, announces availability of its complete line of rotors. Dba rotors, built tough to survive the Outback, are the most cost-effective way to dramatically improve braking efficiency.
For more information, contact: Disc Brakes Australia, Dept. THP, 366 South Pierce St. El Cajon, CA 92020; (858) 442-8918 or dba.com.au.
Brake Matter(s)
EBC Brakes ' range of sport brake pads for automotive applications now covers all Asian, European and domestic sport compacts with fitments for all popular aftermarket and race calipers. EBC Brakes have received rave reviews from many European magazines and now is available to you here in the states. EBC offer three different brake pad ranges from street to race EBC offers a brakes that are right for you.
For more information, contact: EBC USA, Dept. THP, 806 Buchanan Blvd, Unit 115-256, Boulder City, NV 89005; (702) 293-1496, ebc.brakes.com.
On A Dime
RENNtech, Inc. has a complete line of front and rear performance brake applications for every Mercedes-Benz model. Developed with Brembo, packages are available for street use, racing and armored vehicles. With RENNtech's huge rotors and calipers sized up to 15 inches, you can literally stop on a dime. For more information, contact: RENNtech, (561) 845-7888.
Toyota Celica GT-S Brake Line Kit
Goodridge USA has added the 2000 Toyota Celica GT-S to its popular range of high-performance G-Stop brake line kits. The part number is 21079. Manufactured from the highest quality stainless braided hose, this kit provides a firm, positive feel to the braking system and can increase brake performance by up to 30 percent.
Goodridge G-Stop brake line kit is a direct replacement for the factory fitted rubber hoses. All the necessary bolts, washers, locating tabs and brackets required to install the kit are supplied. No modification is required.
For more information, contact Goodridge USA at (800) 662-2466.