Stoptech CARBON brake kits
08-18-2007, 03:53 PM
#1
Race Director
Thread Starter
Stoptech CARBON brake kits
I have no idea on pricing or availability, but this is awesome. I've been waiting and waiting on a carbon brake kit for Vettes.
For: Immediate Release Date: August 17, 2007 Contact: Jeff Ritter
Compton, California (August 17, 2007) - StopTech has been working in conjunction with Callaway to develop the ultimate brake system for Callaway’s most exclusive vehicle, the C16 Speedster. The made-to-order, 210mph C16 Speedster features a 700hp Callaway V8, custom adjustable Callaway/Eibach suspension, topless cockpit with integrated helmet holders, and a host of other new technologies. Company founder Reeves Callaway said of the car, “This is Callaway Cars’ most exquisite vehicle to date.” This dynamic new vehicle will debut on the concept lawn at the 2007 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance on August 18, 2007.
To drag this speeding bullet to a halt, Callaway is relying on StopTech’s new Carbon Ceramic Brake System (CCBS). Lurking behind the Callaway/Dymag Carbon wheels are 380mm (15”) rotors with six piston calipers in the front, and four piston calipers in the rear, clamping 355mm (14”) rotors. The total unsprung weight savings from the carbon/magnesium wheels and the carbon ceramic brakes is a staggering 80 pounds vs. an aluminum wheel and iron rotor set of comparable dimension, or 20 pounds per corner.
StopTech Sales Manager Jeff Ritter commented, “StopTech is thrilled to be associated with a vehicle of this stature, and with the highly regarded Callaway team. The C16 Speedster is the perfect showpiece for our latest technology, and we believe the discerning Callaway customer will truly appreciate what our innovative CCBS system brings to the overall package.”
The primary benefit of the StopTech Carbon Ceramic Brake System is a roughly 65% reduction in weight vs. a traditional gray iron rotor of the same dimension. The result is an overall vehicle weight reduction, unsprung weight reduction, and lower moments of rotational inertia. To the driver, these results translate into improved steering response, less energy required to accelerate the wheel end, and more favorable road wheel compliance. In other words, the vehicle’s ability to stop, turn, and accelerate are all favorably impacted by StopTech’s lightweight Carbon Ceramic Brake System.
The StopTech Carbon Ceramic Brake System also eclipses iron systems and competitive ceramic systems in terms of durability and longevity. Instead of using the discontinuous chopped fiber composition of competitive systems, the StopTech discs use continuous fiber construction. The long fiber structure results in greater strength, less strand ends to oxidize, and greater thermal conductivity. In summary, these rotors are lighter and last longer than anything else on the market.
All of StopTech’s four wheel brake applications using 332mm, 355mm, or 380mm rotor combinations are now available with the Carbon Ceramic rotor option. Existing StopTech customers can upgrade their iron rotor systems to Carbon Ceramic as well.
StopTech will also be introducing a limited range of Carbon Ceramic rotors through our Direct Replacement Kit program. These rotors will be produced in factory sizes to mate with the factory calipers on assorted high performance sports cars, such as the Porsche 911 and Lamborghini Gallardo.
For more information on the StopTech Carbon Ceramic Brake System, please contact sales@stoptech.com, or call at 310-933-1100. For additional info on the Callaway C16 Speedster, visit www.callawaycars.com.
For: Immediate Release Date: August 17, 2007 Contact: Jeff Ritter
Compton, California (August 17, 2007) - StopTech has been working in conjunction with Callaway to develop the ultimate brake system for Callaway’s most exclusive vehicle, the C16 Speedster. The made-to-order, 210mph C16 Speedster features a 700hp Callaway V8, custom adjustable Callaway/Eibach suspension, topless cockpit with integrated helmet holders, and a host of other new technologies. Company founder Reeves Callaway said of the car, “This is Callaway Cars’ most exquisite vehicle to date.” This dynamic new vehicle will debut on the concept lawn at the 2007 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance on August 18, 2007.
To drag this speeding bullet to a halt, Callaway is relying on StopTech’s new Carbon Ceramic Brake System (CCBS). Lurking behind the Callaway/Dymag Carbon wheels are 380mm (15”) rotors with six piston calipers in the front, and four piston calipers in the rear, clamping 355mm (14”) rotors. The total unsprung weight savings from the carbon/magnesium wheels and the carbon ceramic brakes is a staggering 80 pounds vs. an aluminum wheel and iron rotor set of comparable dimension, or 20 pounds per corner.
StopTech Sales Manager Jeff Ritter commented, “StopTech is thrilled to be associated with a vehicle of this stature, and with the highly regarded Callaway team. The C16 Speedster is the perfect showpiece for our latest technology, and we believe the discerning Callaway customer will truly appreciate what our innovative CCBS system brings to the overall package.”
The primary benefit of the StopTech Carbon Ceramic Brake System is a roughly 65% reduction in weight vs. a traditional gray iron rotor of the same dimension. The result is an overall vehicle weight reduction, unsprung weight reduction, and lower moments of rotational inertia. To the driver, these results translate into improved steering response, less energy required to accelerate the wheel end, and more favorable road wheel compliance. In other words, the vehicle’s ability to stop, turn, and accelerate are all favorably impacted by StopTech’s lightweight Carbon Ceramic Brake System.
The StopTech Carbon Ceramic Brake System also eclipses iron systems and competitive ceramic systems in terms of durability and longevity. Instead of using the discontinuous chopped fiber composition of competitive systems, the StopTech discs use continuous fiber construction. The long fiber structure results in greater strength, less strand ends to oxidize, and greater thermal conductivity. In summary, these rotors are lighter and last longer than anything else on the market.
All of StopTech’s four wheel brake applications using 332mm, 355mm, or 380mm rotor combinations are now available with the Carbon Ceramic rotor option. Existing StopTech customers can upgrade their iron rotor systems to Carbon Ceramic as well.
StopTech will also be introducing a limited range of Carbon Ceramic rotors through our Direct Replacement Kit program. These rotors will be produced in factory sizes to mate with the factory calipers on assorted high performance sports cars, such as the Porsche 911 and Lamborghini Gallardo.
For more information on the StopTech Carbon Ceramic Brake System, please contact sales@stoptech.com, or call at 310-933-1100. For additional info on the Callaway C16 Speedster, visit www.callawaycars.com.
Very much!
08-18-2007, 07:46 PM
#5
Race Director
Thread Starter
Well, a 4-wheel BB steel kit is already $5000, so I imagine a Carbon kit will be significantly more than $10k.
However, it should be worth it if you are serious about braking. Just imagine going 2 seasons on one set of brakes, and having exactly the same friction level at ambiant temp as at 1500deg.
The press release seems to imply they will have drop-in upgrades, so just swapping pads and discs will be an option. I'm intrigued, even if I can't afford it!
However, it should be worth it if you are serious about braking. Just imagine going 2 seasons on one set of brakes, and having exactly the same friction level at ambiant temp as at 1500deg.
The press release seems to imply they will have drop-in upgrades, so just swapping pads and discs will be an option. I'm intrigued, even if I can't afford it!
08-18-2007, 07:55 PM
#6
Safety Car
Member Since: Jun 2005
Location: DFW This user does not support or recommend the product or service displayed in the ad to the right
Posts: 3,989
Likes: 0
Received 3 Likes
on
3 Posts
Well, a 4-wheel BB steel kit is already $5000, so I imagine a Carbon kit will be significantly more than $10k.
However, it should be worth it if you are serious about braking. Just imagine going 2 seasons on one set of brakes, and having exactly the same friction level at ambiant temp as at 1500deg.
The press release seems to imply they will have drop-in upgrades, so just swapping pads and discs will be an option. I'm intrigued, even if I can't afford it!
However, it should be worth it if you are serious about braking. Just imagine going 2 seasons on one set of brakes, and having exactly the same friction level at ambiant temp as at 1500deg.
The press release seems to imply they will have drop-in upgrades, so just swapping pads and discs will be an option. I'm intrigued, even if I can't afford it!
Me too. So many toys, so little money.
08-18-2007, 08:21 PM
#8
Safety Car
Member Since: Jun 2005
Location: DFW This user does not support or recommend the product or service displayed in the ad to the right
Posts: 3,989
Likes: 0
Received 3 Likes
on
3 Posts
I am just guessing, i really have no idea what they cost but i do believe the Brembo carbons are in the $10K range.
Hopefully Stoptech will make a rotor ring that will bolt to and work with my Brembo BBK and price it very reasonably.
Hopefully Stoptech will make a rotor ring that will bolt to and work with my Brembo BBK and price it very reasonably.
08-19-2007, 01:11 PM
#10
Melting Slicks
Member Since: Sep 2006
Location: San Mateo CA
Posts: 2,173
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
08-19-2007, 03:25 PM
#11
Melting Slicks
Member Since: Nov 2000
Location: Merritt Island Florida
Posts: 2,225
Received 241 Likes
on
145 Posts
THAT would be interesting, should really do good for unsprung weight, but they better hold up to abuse, swapping out a rotor set of cast iron is one thing, swapping out these more than once would be
What brake pad would we use ?
Rune
08-20-2007, 02:31 AM
#15
Melting Slicks
Member Since: Nov 2000
Location: Merritt Island Florida
Posts: 2,225
Received 241 Likes
on
145 Posts
around usd 10.000, ok, but usd 20.000
after all, the technology is not new anymore, and mass production should bring prices down to acceptable levels
There are a few drivers in Roadsport and GT2 that went back to cast iron rotors, as the Carbon failed just as much as iron .
Anyone else know anything about this.
Rune
08-20-2007, 05:06 AM
#16
Burning Brakes
THAT would be a show stopper
around usd 10.000, ok, but usd 20.000
after all, the technology is not new anymore, and mass production should bring prices down to acceptable levels
There are a few drivers in Roadsport and GT2 that went back to cast iron rotors, as the Carbon failed just as much as iron .
Anyone else know anything about this.
Rune
around usd 10.000, ok, but usd 20.000
after all, the technology is not new anymore, and mass production should bring prices down to acceptable levels
There are a few drivers in Roadsport and GT2 that went back to cast iron rotors, as the Carbon failed just as much as iron .
Anyone else know anything about this.
Rune
the factory carbon brakes (PCCB?). Many of them switched back
to iron for track usage. The story was that yes, the carbon stuff
worked better, and a little longer, say 1.5x the iron parts. But it
cost close to 10x to replace the consumables (pads/rotors).
08-20-2007, 06:21 AM
#18
Team Owner
Mallet sold CF years ago and they were 10,000. They never came up to temp for most and the didn't work very good cold. It takes months and months to make a F-1 CF rotor.
