Calipers

A good set of aftermarket calipers can have their advantages. One is that they may fit that set of oversized aftermarket rotors you want to install, and your stock calipers don’t. But other than that, there are several advantages an aftermarket caliper may have due to its construction.

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These Wilwood brakes have six pistons in the caliper, three on each side.

Performance calipers are frequently designed for extra stiffness compared to the stock pieces. A stiffer caliper will require pushing the pedal less to get the same amount of clamping force. This can make for a noticeable improvement in the way your braking system feels. Many aftermarket ...

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