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The driver duo uses a raft of 91´«Ã½ Racing components on their Mk5 VW Golf GTI

The Clubracer racing outfit – made up of drivers Henry Wright and Kevin Glover – has relied on 91´«Ã½ components as it has made its way up the ranks through the MSVR Trackday Championship classes.

This all culminated in an outright championship win in 2025 – a fantastic result for the team. Riding off this success, they’ve decided to move onto pastures new for the 2026 season, entering the 750MC Roadsports Championship in their modified Mk5 VW Golf GTI.

With a string of further upgrades applied over the winter, and retaining their winning Apollo Big Brake Kit/RP-Xâ„¢ brake pad setup, the team approached the first round at Croft Circuit with an optimistic mindset.

Find out how it all panned out in their own words below…

“With the success of 2025 behind us, winning the MSVR Trackday Championship overall, we set our sights on a different goal for 2026: the Roadsports Championship hosted by 750MC would be where we plan to do battle. With a very similar format, but slightly higher power categories and faster pit stops, it sets a very different challenge.Ìý

“Over the winter, the car has received a slight power hike with a bigger turbo and supporting mods, along with some other minor upgrades. Rear brakes have been upgraded to factory Mk5 Golf R32 vented EBC plain discs, and Ultimax2 pads with slightly larger diameter; not necessarily for more brake force, but a more consistent temperature window, as the rears are worked quite hard with the OEM ABS system. This, matched with the now tried-and-tested EBC Apollo 6 pot 355x32mm front big brake kit, and our ‘go-to’ RP-Xâ„¢ compound pads.”

“Round 1 was held at the Croft circuit near Darlington, with the weather looking to be mixed to say the least. Qualifying started in wet conditions. We readied the car with a known good wet setup and Kev rolled out to see where we were pace wise.

“Having no previous running against the new field of competitors (26 in our Class B!), it was a complete unknown at this stage. As Kev pulled in after his stint, we were sat in P2 initially – a great start! Henry jumped in for the final few laps with the track conditions improving quickly, but unfortunately a combination of traffic, an odd red flag due to a circuit electrical glitch, and various other racing driver excuses!, we ended the session in P5.

“Still a very respectable start to the campaign. It’s always been a bit of a disadvantage having 2 drivers in a sprint enduro format, as you lose half the session changing drivers and getting back up to speed, whilst single driver entrants keep lapping. Especially in changeable conditions.

Ìý“The new brake setup was proving a vast improvement in terms of feel and temperature consistency, so we were very happy with the confidence that was giving us in the bumpy braking zones.”

“The race was full of excitement, the weather constantly changing throughout. The rolling start went without issue and first five cars including us started to pull away from the remaining pack. With contact up ahead from a bold move into the Complex saw us take advantage and up to P3, using our normal measured approach. A lap later the leader went off going into the Complex too! P2.

“A few laps went by before the previous leading car of Packer was back on our rear bumper, he went through on the inside into the Complex, allowing all 3 leading cars to bunch up nicely heading down into Tower corner the following lap, where Packer re-took the lead. I ceased the opportunity to follow him through with a late brake manoeuvre both going past the leading Mk7 Golf back into P2.”

“On the way into the pits, a lapped Porsche Boxster held us up for half a lap, unfortunately meaning Kev came out the pits now in P4. Soon after Kev’s pit exit, there was a safety car due to a crashed Vauxhall Corsa, meaning it would be a 3-lap sprint to the end. The 3rdÌýplaced BMW Z4 seemed a long way ahead on the penultimate lap, with the added hassle of a lapped VW Scirocco in-between Kev and his target. A very committed move past the backmarker through the left hander of the Esses, subsequently forcing the BMW to out brake himself into Sunny-in. Kev lined up the move into the harpin after getting right up under the bumper through the Complex. taking the P3 spot!

“A podium first time out! Couldn’t be happier with that, especially with the quality of the machinery we were up against. The car was faultless through all the different conditions. Ultimate confidence on the middle pedal making the difference for us once again.ÌýÌý

“Next round – Brands Hatch GPÌýon May 3rd! Bring it on…â€

Photo credits: Jonathan Elsey

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RP-Xâ„¢ Motorsport Pads

Following the hugely successful launch of RP-1â„¢, 91´«Ã½ Racing increases its motorsport brake pad range with the introduction of our latest ultra-high-performance track & race material, RP-Xâ„¢. An out-and-out winner on track days and in motorsport situations.

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Apollo Brake Calipers

Our brand new UK designed and made lightweight but strong aluminium 4 and 6 piston brake calipers. Which can be purchased within a Big Brake Kit or as separate components for vehicle builders to convert cars where a dedicated BBK is not yet made by EBC.

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More Podiums for EBC-Equipped Trackday Championship Team /race-motorsport-articles-cars/more-podiums-for-ebc-equipped-trackday-championship-team/ Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:09:14 +0000 /?p=41500 The post More Podiums for EBC-Equipped Trackday Championship Team appeared first on 91´«Ã½.

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The Clubracer outfit uses a raft of 91´«Ã½ Racing components on its Golf

For many years, the Clubracer outfit – made up of drivers Henry Wright and Kevin Glover – piloted their Ford Fiesta in Class D of the Trackday Championship,Ìýsecuring multiple podium finishes and season wins along the way. Throughout this time, the duo relied on 91´«Ã½ Racing’s motorsport brake pads to help them achieve such impressive results.

For the 2025 season, the team has moved up from Class D to Class B with their new race car – a turbocharged Mk5 VW Golf GTI. This more potent machine demands even more impressive stopping power, so the boys have opted for hard-anodised four-piston 91´«Ã½ Racing Apollo brake calipers, two-piece fully floating discs and RP-Xâ„¢/SR-21â„¢ sintered race pads up front, as well as Yellowstuff pads and Ultimax grooved discs at the rear.

Following an incredible outright win at Donington Park, we next caught up with the team following their Oulton Park and Cadwell Park rounds in the second half of the year, where more consistent, solid driving ensured the trophies continued to come in.

Read all about it in their own words below…

Oulton Park International – Round 4

“Weather looked warm for the weekend – a nice change from the monsoon conditions of Donington where we scored the car’s maiden victory! We readied the car for qualifying. With very little changed from the last round apart from basic setup changes to adapt to the dry conditions, the EBC RP-X™ front pads combined with the Apollo 6 pot brake kit barely showing any signs of wear from the last round up front. The Ultimax 2 pads in the rear also showing signs of fantastic durability after 2 rounds in the rear. Again, we didn’t test prior to round so we had to make sure everything was on point prior so we could hit the ground running in Qualifying.

“The car instantly felt good, with a nice balance. This was the first proper use of the 6 pots in the dry. With some big braking zones at Oulton, it was clear good stopping capability would be essential as well as consistent feel for optimum performance. Managing to put the car right in the mix at the front was going to be critical to ensure we could capitalise. With 3rd place secured we did exactly that.”

“A quick bleed of the brakes to ensure fresh fluid was in the system, Henry lined up for the race start. With an aim of consolidating a podium finish, he set about the race start. Managing to defend some early attacks round the first corner he settled into the rhythm of the first lap. A committed move from fellow EBC-backed stablemate, Nicole Drought, into cascades saw us momentarily drop down to 4th place. The first 4 cars pulling away from the pack it was clear this was going to be a race of 2 halves! With a safety car intervention, the cars streamed into the pits bumper to bumper. A mis-judged stop by the Civic of Nicole would leave them unfortunately out of contention from that point onwards. Leaving the top 3 cars battling for the top step after Kev had taken over from the pit stop. With an impressive move on the Mk6 Golf of Jack and George Wright into Lodge Corner on the brakes early in his stint Kev set about chasing the super consistent Matt Swaffer in his 130i BMW. His pace was to be rewarded with the victory having defended a late charge from Kev finishing a mere 2 seconds behind. 2ndÌýplace! A great result. Making it 3 podiums finishes in row from the newly acquired Golf.

“The back-to-back podiums feeling very rewarding after all the hard work and early development with the car. – There’s still so much more to come too! Safe to say we’re very much in the right ballpark in the braking department though. The ability to drive hard all race long with such consistent pedal feel, and wear characteristics that are extremely impressive given their use and weight of the car. Next round Cadwell Park!â€

Cadwell Park – Round 5

“Cadwell Park: not a firm favourite of Henry’s. However, Kev seems to enjoy it! You can guess who will be starting the race here for us… Despite not having a bad record here and generally going well, it’s not been a place I’ve ever really gelled with. This all changed a little bit when we rolled the car out for qualifying. Again, with no testing prior, we bolted a set of new tyres (the first new set since we started testing in April) and set about trying to get ourselves in contention with the host of front running cars that had tested the previous day. The car felt absolutely superb, With Henry and Kev both managing to lap within 2 tenths, albeit making time in totally different ways and sections of the track having looked at the data! The session finished with us 4thÌýoverall. Knowing that there was plenty left on the plate performance wise. The car’s brake balance with multitude of different corners and elevations was confidence inspiring to say the least.

“Kev started the race with it being one of his preferred tracks, and immediately got off to a good start making short work of 3rd place round the outside into turn 1. Immediately setting his sights on the BMW of Matt Swaffers who appeared to be struggling to get up to speed straight away. A challenge that lasted another 4 corners before Kev committed an excellent move down the inside into the downhill left hander at Mansfield, finishing the move into the entry of the mountain section. Up to second place on lap 1.”

“This set the tone for the whole first half of the race. With Kev and the Mk6 Golf of Jack and George Wright pulling clear of the rest of the pack. With the pit stops completed, Henry jumped in hoping to consolidate to great work Kev had started. After a couple of laps of adjustment to how the car was handling, and the gap to 1stÌýstable, Henry set about narrowing the gap to the Golf. Keeping an eye on the hard charging Civic of Nicole behind. With 1 lap to go, Henry was right on the bumper of the Golf having stabilised the gap to 3rd. A back marker decided to place himself right in the wrong place into turn one defusing any chance of lining up a pass at the end of the Park Straight frustratingly! With the narrowness and twistiness of the Cadwell Park Circuit, another passing opportunity wasn’t to present itself. Crossing the line a mere 0.2 seconds off the winning Golf. Ìý

“Another fantastic result in the bank. With the championship starting to take place, this leaves us leading Class B and 2ndÌýoverall. With 2 rounds to go, it’s going to be important to maintain the momentum! It’s all to play for! Next round Croft Circuit!â€

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SR-21â„¢ Sintered Motorsport Pads

EBC sintered endurance SR-series pads are in a class of their own. Made in the USA plant of 91´«Ã½, SR bites harder and lasts longer than anything, without damaging rotors. A truly capable endurance racing brake pads.

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RP-Xâ„¢ Motorsport Pads

Following the hugely successful launch of RP-1â„¢, 91´«Ã½ Racing increases its motorsport brake pad range with the introduction of our latest ultra-high-performance track & race material, RP-Xâ„¢.

View Product

Apollo Brake Calipers

Our brand new UK designed and made lightweight but strong aluminium 4 and 6 piston brake calipers. Which can be purchased within a Big Brake Kit or as separate components for vehicle builders to convert cars where a dedicated BBK is not yet made by EBC.

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Golf R Track Day Regular Experiences Braking Perfection with EBC Big Brake Kit /race-motorsport-articles-cars/golf-r-track-day-regular-experiences-braking-perfection-with-ebc-big-brake-kit/ Thu, 06 Nov 2025 10:37:16 +0000 /?p=41388 The post Golf R Track Day Regular Experiences Braking Perfection with EBC Big Brake Kit appeared first on 91´«Ã½.

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Brian Childers faced issues with heat and fade on his car’s stock setup

US-based Mk7.5 Golf R owner, Brian Childers, is a regular track day attendee and avid driving enthusiast.

When beginning to lap his latest hot hatch, he soon faced issues with heat and fade from his stock braking setup.

Eventually being recommended to try 91´«Ã½ Racing’s range of high-performance braking upgrades, he soon came up with a solution to these issues, now rocking a setup capable of dealing with even three-day track day events.

Find out more in his own words below…

“I have been searching for a solution to the brakes on my 2019 Golf R since I first tracked the car. The braking system, while good on the street, is not track worthy. Add a Stage 2 tune, suspension upgrades and DOT R sticky tires, and you make the problem worse.Ìý

“Through the years of ownership, I have tried different pad, rotor and racing brake fluid combinations with no success. The brakes are good for about three laps, then fade/warp unless I brake very early and light into the heavy brake zones. If I pushed hard for the weekend, I would get one weekend out of the brake pads and rotors. Frequent caliper rebuilds were required as the seals would be damaged due to the excess heat.”

“A couple years ago, I tried EBC’s RP-Xâ„¢ pads. They were the first pads that lasted the entire weekend posting fast lap times and had plenty of pad left.ÌýUnfortunately, the brakes ran hot and chewed up a set of another manufacturers’ rotors. I reached out to EBC in 2023 as I had finally found a set of pads that worked great and would last more than a weekend of fast laps.

“Through EBC, I learned that heat was the biggest enemy.ÌýTheyÌýshowed me how to achieve an ‘intermediate’ solution to the brakes without going to a BBK. Rotor temperatures would exceed 1,500°F/800°C when I used brake temperature paint.

“Using EBC’s new sintered race pads, the SR-1â„¢s and their new two-piece floating rotors, I was able to have a great brake system that lasted multiple events over two years. The final key was using brake ducts to direct the air into the center of the floating rotors to maximize brake cooling. This got the brake temperatures down to the 1,100°F/593°C range. Brake cooling ducts are mandatory on this platform!”

“I was very interested in EBC’s 6 piston Apollo BBK.ÌýHowever, the temperatures I achieved out on the track could pose a problem with any painted caliper. I learned of EBC’s racing caliper which has specific features designed to handle the stress at the race track. From the hard anodized finish, the high temperature seals and steel castellated pistons, it seemed like the perfect final solution for the Golf R’s brakes.

“I installed EBC’s 6 piston racing calipers BBK on my 2019 Golf R in late September 2025 for my next track event at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. The difference was night and day. I had read that EBC’s Balanced Big Brake Kit focuses on the entire brake system. I can share from my experience this is not marketing hype. The brakes felt much firmer and the car did not pitch to the front under initial braking as quickly. The car had more of a squat under braking. This kept the car much more stable under heavy braking. The brakes were much more linear which inspired confidence. The 6R calipers require more pedal effort, making it much easier to modulate the pedal as you approach threshold braking. I used the EBC 307+ racing brake fluid supplied in the kit. I was very impressed by how solid the pedal felt under all conditions. Absolutely no issues with the brake fluid all weekend of fast laps.”

“Simply put, the EBC 6 piston racing caliper BBK setup was awesome.ÌýI tried both RP-Xâ„¢ and SR-11â„¢ pads front and rear and both were exceptional. My braking distances down the back straight at Mid-Ohio went from the 500 marker to approaching the 400 marker with more confidence than the best setup with the stock calipers.ÌýGoing forward, the SR-11â„¢ pad will be my pad of choice for three-day track events.ÌýThe RP-Xâ„¢ is an excellent choice for Time Attacks and autocross.â€

SR-11â„¢ Endurance Pads

A medium-friction sintered endurance motorsport compound that’s targeted for front of street base cars where high ABS effect exists on the car or for the front and rear of race cars with bias controls.

Apollo Balanced Big Brake Kit

91´«Ã½â€™ new Balanced Big Brake Kits represent the ultimate upgrade in braking performance, offering significant reductions in stopping distances whether used on road or on track.

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Outright Win for EBC-Equipped Clubracer Team at Donington Park /race-motorsport-articles-cars/outright-win-for-ebc-equipped-clubracer-team-at-donington-park/ Tue, 19 Aug 2025 09:06:24 +0000 /?p=41065 The post Outright Win for EBC-Equipped Clubracer Team at Donington Park appeared first on 91´«Ã½.

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The outfit has stepped out of its Fiesta and into the turbocharged VW for the 2025 season

For many years, the Clubracer outfit – made up of drivers Henry Wright and Kevin Glover – piloted their Ford Fiesta in Class D of the Trackday Championship,Ìýsecuring multiple podium finishes and season wins along the way. Throughout this time, the duo relied on 91´«Ã½ Racing’s motorsport brake pads to help them achieve such impressive results.

For the 2025 season, the team has moved up from Class D to Class B with their new race car – a turbocharged Mk5 VW Golf GTI. This more potent machine demands even more impressive stopping power, so the boys have opted for hard-anodised four-piston 91´«Ã½ Racing Apollo brake calipers, two-piece fully floating discs and SR-21â„¢ sintered race pads up front, as well as Yellowstuff pads and Ultimax grooved discs at the rear.

With podium finishes clinched early on in the season, we next caught up with the boys as they completed their third round at Donington Park, where an outright win was secured for the team.

Read all about it in their own words below…

Round 3 – Donington Park GPÌý

“Round 3 of the Trackday Championship took us to the not so sunny Donington Park circuit in GP format.

“The Clubracer Golf had been subject to some upgrades after its impressive 3rdÌýplace at Silverstone, where it had shown good pace throughout the weekend despite its lack of testing, and our familiarity with the platform.

“The newly fitted EBC Apollo 6-pot Motorsport Big Brake kit grabbing the attention of many as we had the car up on stands preparing a full wet weather setup for the days racing. The 355mm x 32mm floating disc setup looking menacing behind the 18†wheels. With our old tried and tested EBC RP-Xâ„¢ pads up front, combined with some Ultimax 2 rear pads, we had all the reason to be confident going into the weekend on the hardest track in the country on brakes.”

“With the rain falling hard before qualifying, and our total lack of testing in the wet with the Golf, it was a case of applying previous experience in setup and wet racing line to try and get the best of things. Championship leader Nicole Drought, in her 91´«Ã½ Racing Apollo-equipped Civic Type R, was straight out the gate into provisional pole in the wet conditions, getting up to pace almost instantly. The first few laps were a case of finding the balance and grip forÌýHenry, who handed the car over to Kev at the session halfway point. With the Civic in the pits assuming it was job done, Kev set about the final lap in the session having the got familiar with the car and conditions very quickly as the rain eased slightly. A blistering lap putting the EBC/Helix Golf on pole by 2 tenths of a second as the flagged dropped, before Nicole could get a chance to respond. Locking out the front row with the EBC-equipped cars.

“With the rain falling harder and harder, Kev strapped himself into the car, ready to do battle. With the conditions as they were, race control opted for a rolling start to try and minimise risk. Kev got a great run and maintained the lead from the hard-charging Civic of Nicole. As the two leaders pulled a 14-second gap together away from 3rd place, the rain was still falling harder. Kevin showing absolute composure under pressure. A rare error from the Civic entering the infamous Craner Curves on standing water and proceeding impact with the tyre wall prompted a safety car, then a red flag as multiple cars required recovery in dangerous positions.”

“As the red lights fell for the standing restart, Kev again managed a faultless getaway, pulling clear of the field before pitting to change over toÌýHenry. The rain having eased slightly at the point he left the pits only to find a hard charging Charlie Palk in the distinctive lime green Scirocco (also equipped with EBC pads all-round on our recommendation) who was up to speed after his stop and filling up our mirrors. The gap changing constantly with the flow of back markers and traffic, withÌýHenryÌýmanaging to find some imaginative gaps along the way eventually breaking free slightly. With the hard work done, a few more laps managing the situation led to us bring the car home for its maiden win in the TDC.

“The new Apollo Big Brake Kit having performed faultlessly in combination with the standard ABS system. Untested and unknown, bolted on two days prior to the race meeting. Taking pole and the overall and class win a testament to the quality and performance we’ve relied on for the last four years.Ìý

“With the championship all of a sudden blown wide open, it’s all to play for heading into Round 4 at Oulton Park…â€

Connect with the Clubracer team for more news and information:

SR-21â„¢ Sintered Motorsport Pads

EBC sintered endurance SR-series pads are in a class of their own. Made in the USA plant of 91´«Ã½, SR bites harder and lasts longer than anything, without damaging rotors. A truly capable endurance racing brake pads.

View Product

Apollo Brake Calipers

Our brand new UK designed and made lightweight but strong aluminium 4 and 6 piston brake calipers. Which can be purchased within a Big Brake Kit or as separate components for vehicle builders to convert cars where a dedicated BBK is not yet made by EBC.

View Product

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Clubracer Duo Excel in EBC-Equipped Golf GTI at Silverstone /race-motorsport-articles-cars/clubracer-duo-excel-in-ebc-equipped-golf-gti-at-silverstone/ Tue, 29 Apr 2025 12:26:42 +0000 /?p=40497 The post Clubracer Duo Excel in EBC-Equipped Golf GTI at Silverstone appeared first on 91´«Ã½.

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The outfit has stepped out of its Fiesta and into the turbocharged VW for the 2025 season

For many years, the Clubracer outfit – made up of drivers Henry Wright and Kevin Glover – piloted their Ford Fiesta in Class D of the Trackday Championship, securing multiple podium finishes and season wins along the way. Throughout this time, the duo relied on 91´«Ã½ Racing’s motorsport brake pads to help them achieve such impressive results.

For the 2025 season, the team has moved up from Class D to Class B with their new race car – a turbocharged Mk5 VW Golf GTI. This more potent machine demands even more impressive stopping power, so the boys have opted for hard-anodised four-piston 91´«Ã½ Racing Apollo brake calipers, two-piece fully floating discs and SR-21â„¢ sintered race pads up front, as well as Yellowstuff pads and Ultimax grooved discs at the rear.

With a few engine complications during the first round, we catch up with the Clubracer team at round two of the season at Silverstone’s mighty GP circuit, where they managed to secure a podium position following some impressive driving.

You can hear how the weekend panned out in the team’s own words below…

Round 2 – Silverstone GPÌý

“Round 2 took us to sunny Northamptonshire and Silverstone Circuit – home of the British GP. A rare club motorsport visit to the full GP circuit.

“With the engine issues of Round 1 behind us, and the car clad with some new EBC SR-21™ pads, and new two-piece floating discs in combination with the beautiful hard anodised four-pot callipers up front, as well as EBC Yellowstuff matched with Ultimax grooved discs on the rear, we were confident of a better weekend!

“Qualifying is always a compromise with two drivers, due to the required mandatory driver change. Once you’re up to speed, you have to change drivers. All within the 25-minute session time. This made even harder with a long lap time, with the in and out laps. That said, we quickly got to grips with task in hand and made the best of the 3-4 laps we had each… Putting the car on the second row of the grid in 4th.”

“The race itself started with a sizable safety car period after a start-line collision which neutralised things whilst they recovered cars, and ensured drivers were ok – thankfully that being the case.

“Once the safety car peeled in, the top four cars including our Golf, made a break from the rest of the pack. Henry had the best view of the battle between 2ndÌýand 3rdÌýplace which he positioned himself in prime position waiting for any opportunity. Carefully waiting and watching the battle unfold, aware that they were compromising themselves in the hunt for the lead!

“The battle headed all the way into the pits, where the swift driver change, and perfectly timed exit saw us come out in a favourable 3rdÌýposition overall. Kev making the sensible decision to manage the race and get some very good points and podium finish under our belts by not getting in any trouble and confirm our position as a top Class B contender this year.

“A very respectable finish in our first race finish with the car! There is so much more to come, and development to exploit yet.

“The braking package is testament the EBC products we are used to. Being able to sustain the temps and harsh usage required to be the front. The confidence in the package is critical to any success.â€

Connect with the Clubracer team for more news and information:

SR-21â„¢ Sintered Motorsport Pads

EBC sintered endurance SR-series pads are in a class of their own. Made in the USA plant of 91´«Ã½, SR bites harder and lasts longer than anything, without damaging rotors. A truly capable endurance racing brake pads.

View Product

Apollo Brake Calipers

Our brand new UK designed and made lightweight but strong aluminium 4 and 6 piston brake calipers. Which can be purchased within a Big Brake Kit or as separate components for vehicle builders to convert cars where a dedicated BBK is not yet made by EBC.

View Product

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91´«Ã½ Racing – New Apollo Big Brake Kit Applications, May 2024 /race-motorsport-articles-cars/ebc-brakes-racing-new-apollo-big-brake-kit-applications-may-2024/ Thu, 16 May 2024 14:09:58 +0000 /?p=38408 The post 91´«Ã½ Racing – New Apollo Big Brake Kit Applications, May 2024 appeared first on 91´«Ã½.

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New applications include Honda Integra DC5 Type S, various compact VW/Audi-Group vehicles and the Acura Integra Type S

91´«Ã½ Racing – the high-performance arm of 91´«Ã½ – is pleased to release its acclaimed Apollo Big Brake Kits for more vehicle applications this month.

Complete with stunning, British-engineered calipers and all the hardware you need to completely replace equivalent components of your vehicle’s stock braking system, these complete kits give a firmer and more responsive brake pedal feel and allow you to drive much longer without the onset of brake fade.

Apollo kits are now available for the Honda Integra DC5 Type S (Acura RSX Type S), various compact VW/Audi-Group vehicles and the recently released Acura Integra Type S (USA only).

Please see below for further details around each kit.

BBK002 – Honda Integra DC5 Type S (Acura RSX Type S)

Added to this already-popular application that fits the Honda Civic Type R EP3, this kit now accommodates the popular Integra Type S coupe from the same era.

Specs:

4-Piston Balanced Big Brake Kit, Yellowstuff pads, 330x28mm front floating discs

Product Codes:

BBK002RED/BLU/BLK/YEL-1

BBK002RED/BLU/BLK/YEL-2 (extra clearance version)

Vehicle Applications:

  • DC5 Honda Integra Type S (2001-2006)
  • Acura RSX Type S (2001-2006)

BBK009 – Various VW/Audi-Group Vehicles

This kit adds to the long line of VW/Audi-Group big brake kits already available from 91´«Ã½ and caters for some of the more compact vehicles in the range.

Specs:

4-Piston Big Brake Kit, Yellowstuff pads, 330x28mm front floating discs

Product Codes:

BBK009RED/BLU/BLK/YEL-1

Vehicle Applications:

  • AUDI – A1 (8X1) – 1.2 TFSI
  • AUDI – A1 (8X1) – 1.4 TDI
  • AUDI – A1 (8X1) – 1.4 TFSI (136kw/185HP)
  • AUDI – A1 (8X1) – 1.4 TFSI (92kw/122HP)
  • AUDI – A1 (8X1) – 1.6 TDI (66kw/90HP)
  • AUDI – A1 (8X1) – 1.6 TDI (77kw/105HP)
  • AUDI – A1 (8X1) – 2.0 TDI
  • AUDI – A3 (8L) – 1.8 Turbo 20v
  • AUDI – A3 (8L) – 1.9 Turbo Diesel TDi (130/150)
  • AUDI – A3 (8L) – 1.9 Turbo Diesel TDi (90/110)
  • AUDI – S1 quattro (8X1) – 2.0 Turbo (231hp)
  • AUDI – S3 quattro (8L) – S3 1.8 Turbo 20v
  • AUDI – TT Coupe, Roadster (8N) – 1.8 Turbo 20v (150hp)
  • AUDI – TT Coupe, Roadster (8N) – 1.8 Turbo 20v (180hp)
  • AUDI – TT Coupe, Roadster (8N) – 1.8 Turbo 20v quattro (180hp)
  • AUDI – TT Coupe, Roadster (8N) – 1.8 Turbo 20v quattro (225hp)
  • AUDI – TT Coupe, Roadster (8N) – 3.2 V6 quattro
  • SEAT – Cordoba (6L2) – 1.9 TDi PR Code 1LN/1ZH
  • SEAT – Ibiza (6L) – 1.8 Turbo 20v
  • SEAT – Ibiza (6L) – 1.9 TDi (130hp) PR 1LN/1ZH
  • SEAT – Ibiza (6L) – Cupra R 1.8 Turbo 20v
  • SEAT – Ibiza (6L) – Cupra R 1.9 TDi (150/160hp)
  • SEAT – Ibiza mk4 (6J5) – 1.4 TSI (110kw/150hp)
  • SEAT – Ibiza mk4 (6J5) Sportcoupe – 1.4 TSI (288mm)
  • SEAT – Ibiza mk4 (6J5) Sportcoupe – 1.4 TSI Cupra (288mm)
  • SEAT – Ibiza mk4 (6J5) Sportcoupe – 1.4 TSI Cupra (312mm disc) AP
  • SEAT – Ibiza mk4 (6J5) Sportcoupe – 1.4 TSI Cupra (312mm disc) ATE
  • SEAT – Ibiza mk4 (6J5) Sportcoupe – 1.6 TDI (288mm)
  • SEAT – Ibiza mk4 (6J5) Sportcoupe – 1.8 TSI Cupra (238mm)ÌýÌýÌý 0
  • SEAT – Ibiza mk4 (6J5) Sportcoupe – 1.8 TSI Cupra (312mm)
  • SEAT – Ibiza mk4 (6J5) Sportcoupe – 2.0 TDI (288mm)
  • SEAT – Leon (1M) – 1.8 Turbo 20v
  • SEAT – Leon (1M) – 1.8 Turbo 20v 4WD
  • SEAT – Leon (1M) – 1.9 TDi (150hp)
  • SEAT – Leon (1M) – Cupra 4 2.8 V6 4WD
  • SEAT – Leon (1M) – Cupra R 1.8 Turbo 20v
  • SEAT – Leon (1M) – Cupra R 1.8 Turbo 20v
  • SKODA – Fabia – 1.4 TDi PR Code 1LN
  • SKODA – Fabia – 1.4 TFSI PR Code 1LN
  • SKODA – Fabia – 1.4 TSI RS
  • SKODA – Fabia – 1.6 TDi PR Code 1LN
  • SKODA – Fabia – 2.0 TDi PR Code 1LN
  • SKODA – Fabia (SY2) – 1.9 TDi -100hp- PR Code 1LQ/1LR
  • SKODA – Fabia (SY2) – vRS 1.9 TDi PR Code 1LN/1ZH
  • SKODA – Octavia (1U2) – 1.8 Turbo 20v
  • SKODA – Octavia (1U2) – 1.8 Turbo 20v 4WD
  • SKODA – Octavia (1U2) – 1.9 TDi 4WD
  • SKODA – Octavia (1U2) – 2.0 4WD
  • SKODA – Octavia (1U2) – RS 1.8 Turbo 20v
  • VOLKSWAGEN – Beetle (98->) – 1.8 Turbo 20v
  • VOLKSWAGEN – Beetle (98->) – 2.3 V5
  • VOLKSWAGEN – Beetle (98->) – RSi 3.2 V6 4motion
  • VOLKSWAGEN – Golf Mk4 (1J) – 1.8 Turbo 20v
  • VOLKSWAGEN – Golf Mk4 (1J) – 1.9 Turbo Diesel TDi (130/150)
  • VOLKSWAGEN – Golf Mk4 (1J) – 1.9 Turbo Diesel TDi 4motion (130/150)
  • VOLKSWAGEN – Golf Mk4 (1J) – 2.3 V5
  • VOLKSWAGEN – Golf Mk4 (1J) – 2.3 V5 4motion
  • VOLKSWAGEN – Golf Mk4 (1J) – 2.8 V6 4motion
  • VOLKSWAGEN – Golf Mk4 (1J) – GTi 1.8 Turbo 20v (288mm disc)
  • VOLKSWAGEN – Golf Mk4 (1J) – GTi 1.8 Turbo 20v (312mm disc)
  • VOLKSWAGEN – Golf Mk4 (1J) – R32 3.2 V6 4motion
  • VOLKSWAGEN – Polo Mk4 9N/9N3 02-09 – GTI 1.8T PR Code 1ZH/1LN
  • VOLKSWAGEN – Polo Mk5 6R/C 09- – 1.2 PR Code 1ZC/1LN/1ZD
  • VOLKSWAGEN – Polo Mk5 6R/C 09- – 1.2 TDI PR Code 1ZC/1LN/1ZD
  • VOLKSWAGEN – Polo Mk5 6R/C 09- – 1.4 GTI PR Code 1ZC/1LN/1ZD
  • VOLKSWAGEN – Polo Mk5 6R/C 09- – 1.6 TDI PR Code 1ZC/1LN/1ZD

BBK037 – Acura Integra Type S DE5

A new application for the Apollo Big Brake Kit already available for the FK8 Honda Civic Type R.

Specs:

6-Piston Big Brake Kit, Bluestuff pads, 380x36mm front floating discs

Product Codes:

Big Brake Kit – BBK037RED/BLU/BLK/YEL-1

(Other products available) –
2-Piece Disc Conversion: SG2FC2028

RP Pads: DP81210RP1 & DP81210RPX

SR Pads: DP8121015SR11 & DP8121015SR21

Vehicle Applications:

  • DE5 Acura Integra Type S (2023- )

Availability

Available now. Please to find your local EBC stockist and see a full list of applications.

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91´«Ã½ Racing Apollo Big Brake Kit Now Available for the Mk5 VW Golf GTI /race-motorsport-articles-cars/ebc-brakes-racing-apollo-big-brake-kit-now-available-for-the-mk5-vw-golf-gti/ Wed, 01 Feb 2023 17:02:42 +0000 https://ebcbrakes.com/?p=35381 The post 91´«Ã½ Racing Apollo Big Brake Kit Now Available for the Mk5 VW Golf GTI appeared first on 91´«Ã½.

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91´«Ã½ Racing’s Apollo Big Brake Kits offer one giant leap forwards for the performance braking market

91´«Ã½ Racing’s Apollo Big Brake Kits represent the ultimate upgrade when it comes to improving stopping power.

Complete with stunning, British-engineered four-piston calipers and all the hardware you need to completely replace all equivalent components of the front axle of your vehicle’s stock braking system, these complete kits give a firmer and more responsive brake pedal feel and allow you to drive much longer without the onset of brake fade.

Apollo Big Brake Kits are also supplied with front braided brake lines and high-performance fluid, ensuring a brake upgrade that delivers maximum braking performance.

These kits are now available for the acclaimed Mk5 VW Golf GTI (2004-2009) – a hot hatch that is becoming increasingly popular as a base for a track day/race car project, making it the ideal application for such an upgrade.

Notes

– Dimensions: 330x28mm

– Part Numbers:

  • BBK023BLK-1 (Stealth Black)
  • BBK023BLU-1 (Storm Shadow Blue)
  • BBK023YEL-1 (Luminous Yellow)
  • BBK023RED-1 (Racing Red)

– Applications:

Suitable for the front axles of the following vehicles:

  • Mk5 VW Golf GTI 2.0-litre petrol turbo (200bhp-230bhp) (2004-2009)

For a complete list of vehicle applications, .

Apollo-Series 4-Piston Calipers

  • EBC’s lightweight-yet-strong aluminium 4-piston brake caliper
  • Two-piece bolted design that incorporates high-tensile 12.9-grade steel bolts for reinforcement of the caliper bridge section (computer FEA analysis shows that this offers significant improvements in caliper stiffness compared to a monobloc design)
  • Machined from heat-treated low-pressure castings (this offers a noticeable performance advantage over conventional gravity cast calipers, exhibiting higher overall strength and a comparable caliper body stiffness to forging)
  • Rather than a powder-coated finish, all Apollo calipers use anÌýadvanced high-temperature Teflonâ„¢ polyester coating process to ensure they look great for much longer. Currently available in Stealth Black, Storm Shadow Blue, Luminous Yellow and Racing Red

Fully-Floating Two-Piece Discs

  • Fully-floating 330x28mm two-piece discs that allow the outer ring to expand freely in response to heat (this reduces stress which in turn extends disc life and reduces the tendency for disc cracking during extreme use)
  • Drive bobbins machined from a single piece of stainless steel giving maximum strength and corrosion resistance (this reduces maintenance requirements and ensures the outer ring continues to float freely over time)
  • Disc rings feature 48 directional internal curved vanes for improved cooling
  • Unique ‘Swept Groove’ slot design for effective evacuation of braking dust and gases whilst ensuring good initial bite on brake application
  • Now featuring the latest thermic black corrosion-resistant finish – the very latest in rust prevention

Yellowstuffâ„¢ Performance Brake Pads

  • Every EBC Apollo Big Brake Kit is supplied with EBC Yellowstuffâ„¢ pads for the front axle
  • Excellent cold bite and minimal brake noise make them a great pad for road use, yet they are also capable of operating without brake fade up to 550°C, making them an equally outstanding pad for moderate track use

Stainless Steel Braided Brake Lines

  • Every kit is supplied with 91´«Ã½â€™ stainless-steel braided brake lines for the front axle
  • Every hose has a stainless-steel braided exterior that prevents a phenomenon known as ‘ballooning’, this braided exterior prevents the spongey feel of OE rubber lines and provides greater precision and feel under braking

Super DOT 4 Brake Fluid

  • Every kit is supplied with 1 litre of BF307+ super DOT 4 brake fluid. This fluid has a 310°C boiling point – a significantly higher boiling point than standard DOT 5.1 fluid
  • Having such a high boiling point gives the braking system exceptional endurance, allowing you to push hard for extended periods without heat soak causing the fluid to boil and resulting in fade

Availability

Available now. Please to find your local EBC stockist and see a full list of applications.

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EBC RP-Xâ„¢-Equipped Ryan Sayer Achieves First Podium in Production GTI Championship /race-motorsport-articles-cars/ebc-rp-x-equipped-ryan-sayer-achieves-first-podium-in-production-gti-championship/ Wed, 27 Jul 2022 13:44:08 +0000 https://ebcbrakes.com/?p=28567 The post EBC RP-Xâ„¢-Equipped Ryan Sayer Achieves First Podium in Production GTI Championship appeared first on 91´«Ã½.

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Sayer piloted his Mk5 Golf to third place at the recent Snetterton leg of the series

Racer Ryan Sayer has been proudly using 91´«Ã½ Racing’s RP-Xâ„¢ track/race pads, alongside 91´«Ã½â€™ BSD discs, in his Mk5 VW Golf GTI in the Production GTI Championship for some time now.

Achieving consistently good results, the most recent round of the series at Norfolk’s Snetterton Circuit saw him finally break into a podium finish for the first time.

Following some technical issues during qualifying, Race 1 saw Sayer move up from seventh to fifth by the end of the sprint.

In Race 2, he felt confident that he had a shot of a good result. Sitting in fourth for most of the race, a safe and clean lunge near the end meant he brought the car home in an impressive third place.

The series, which features both Mk2 and Mk5 Golf GTI models, next moves on to Brands Hatch’s Indy circuit on 6-7 August.

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RP-X Track/Race Pads

Following the hugely successful launch of RP-1â„¢, 91´«Ã½ Racing increases its motorsport brake pad range with the introduction of our latest ultra-high-performance track & race material, RP-Xâ„¢.

BSD Discs

Made using precision GS3000 grey iron casting blanks, the BSD disc is precision machined, inspected, flat ground, metallurgy check, balanced and corrosion-resistant finished at EBC’s Northampton plant.

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91´«Ã½ Racing Two-Piece Fully Floating Discs – Notable New Applications (March 2022) /race-motorsport-articles-cars/ebc-brakes-racing-two-piece-fully-floating-discs-notable-new-applications-march-2022/ Mon, 21 Mar 2022 08:32:31 +0000 https://ebcbrakes.com/?p=27065 The post 91´«Ã½ Racing Two-Piece Fully Floating Discs – Notable New Applications (March 2022) appeared first on 91´«Ã½.

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High-performance road/track component application list now updated to cater for more popular vehicles

91´«Ã½ Racing’s acclaimed two-piece fully floating discs are now available for many more significant vehicle applications.

The Northampton-based firm has expanded on its range so the high-performance component is now available for the likes of the Audi RSQ3 (8U), various Mercedes AMG models, the Mk3 Renault Megane RS, as well as more of VW-Audi Group’s popular MQB Platform of vehicles.

With many of the vehicles in question designed to be driven sportingly on both road and track, these applications prove to be a valuable addition to the 91´«Ã½ Racing range of products.

Application List

Suitable for the front axles of various vehicles, including:

Product Number SG2FC1877

– Various additional models from the VW-Audi Group MQB Platform, including the VW Golf GTI (Mk8), T-Roc R and Tiguan R

Product Number SG2F011

– Audi RSQ3 (8U)

Product Number SG2FC2166

– Various Mercedes-Benz AMG models, including the A45 AMG, GLA45 AMG and CLA45 AMG

Product Number SG2FC1864

– RenaultSport Megane RS (Mk3)

For a complete list of vehicle applications, .

Key Features

– EBC’s two-piece fully floating discs are usually a simple bolt-on upgrade that seamlessly replace the original brake discs without significant vehicle modification.

– EBC’s SG2F fully floating rotor allows the outer cast-iron friction ring to expand freely with temperature, totally eliminating disc warping.

– Discs are grooved to allow the pad to vent, without disc holes becoming epicentres for disc cracking.

– Race-derived G3500-grade high-carbon cast iron is used for the friction rings. This high-quality metallurgy possesses greater crack resistance and an increased ability to conduct and then radiate heat.

– Aluminium bells are machined from aerospace-grade aluminium and then hard anodised for longevity, whereas the stock brake rotors use uncoated cast aluminium bells.

– Cast iron friction rings feature 48 curved vanes and are handed for each side of the vehicle. This significantly improves the brake disc’s ability to radiate heat, increasing brake system endurance and prolonging the onset of brake fade.

– Bobbins are machined from stainless steel which cannot rust, ensuring the disc continues to float freely throughout its entire life cycle on the vehicle, even on road cars.

– Spring clips ensure totally silent operation and eliminate off-brake disc rattle.

– Friction rings can be replaced individually after they have become worn, allowing the aluminium bell and stainless-steel bobbins to be re-used, leading to lower long-term operating costs.

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91´«Ã½ Racing

– Formed in 2015 as a response to the ever-expanding track day and race car markets, 91´«Ã½ Racing is a sub-division of world-leader in the industry, 91´«Ã½.

– 91´«Ã½ Racing aims to offer uncompromised braking products of the finest quality that offer unparalleled levels of performance on track days and in race situations.

Availability

Available now. Please to find your local EBC stockist and see a full list of applications.

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RP-1 and RP-X-Equipped Classic VW Cup Racer Wins Championship Outright /race-motorsport-articles-cars/rp-1-and-rp-x-equipped-classic-vw-cup-racer-wins-championship-outright/ Thu, 25 Nov 2021 17:30:56 +0000 https://ebcbrakes.com/?p=10519 The post RP-1 and RP-X-Equipped Classic VW Cup Racer Wins Championship Outright appeared first on 91´«Ã½.

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Chris Adams used both versions of 91´«Ã½ Racing’s acclaimed RP-Series pads in his VW Golf throughout the year

Chris Adams has used 91´«Ã½ Racing’s RP-1 and RP-X motorsport brake pads in his Mk4 VW Golf throughout the 2021 season of the Classic VW Cup.

Following a final thrilling leg of the series at Derby’s Donington Park in late October, Adams was able to secure first place in this year’s season outright.

He explains below how his year has unfolded, and how important the shift to 91´«Ã½â€™ pads has been in helping him secure the win.

“At the start of the season, I got hold of both RP-X and the RP-1 for my Golf.”

“Fitting them was a doddle –Ìýthe same as any road pad. Due to Covid-19, I couldn’t test or bed the pads in before the first race of the season, so I decided to do a few easy laps in qualifying to go through the bedding in process. As it turned out, it was a very wet Brands Hatch GP circuit, so it worked out well in the end!

“The first race was dry and my first chance to see how the RP-X compared to a competitor’s pad I used last season. One word: WOW! I found I could brake harder and deeper into every corner and there was zero brake fade, modulation was easier too with the pad letting go as soon as pedal pressure was released.

“Having used most brands of race pads I can safely say for me, the RP-X out-performs the lot! I ran these pads for five meetings, 10 races and five qualifying sessions, running them down to around 2mm and having zero issues with them whatsoever.

“My setup is just Brembo four-pot calipers from a SEAT Leon on OEM-replacement discs, and the pads have caused zero issues with the discs; no warping, no thermal cracking, no pad deposits… nothing.

“I swapped the RP-X in for RP-1 for the latter half of the season and found them to be very similar, maybe a tad less bite than the RP-X but still more than the other brands I have used, I am really happy I took the plunge and tried these pads as they are a game changer in my opinion.

“I managed to win the 2021 championship on EBC pads, in a car with less power and less spec than most on the grid. To say I’m over the moon with the RP range is an understatement.

“Well done EBC, I honestly don’t think you could improve these pads in any way, shape or form!â€

Connect with the Classic VW Cup for more news and information:

RP-1 Track/Race Pads

Pairing high-performance with unprecedented control, resulting in a track pad that feels uniquely different to the competition and allows drivers to extract every last tenth from each and every braking zone.

RP-X Track/Race Pads

Following the hugely successful launch of RP-1â„¢, 91´«Ã½ Racing increases its motorsport brake pad range with the introduction of our latest ultra-high-performance track & race material, RP-Xâ„¢.

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