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A round-up of the latest products and news stories from 91´«Ã½ this month

LATEST EBC PRODUCTS

BBK048 6-Pot Big Brake Kit – Ford Ranger/VW Amarok (2022- )

A six-piston Apollo Big Brake Kit for the front axles of the latest-generation of Ford and VW’s much-loved pick-up trucks.

Specs:
Six-piston Apollo Big Brake Kit, Bluestuff pads, 355x32mm front floating discs

Product Codes:

BBK048RED/BLU/BLK/YEL-1

Vehicle Applications:

– Ford Commercial Ranger / 2.0 TD & 3.0TD / 2023-

– Ford Commercial Ranger Raptor / 3.0 Twin Turbo / 2023-

– Volkswagen Commercial Amarok (Mk2) / 2.0TD & 3.0TD / 2022-

Availability:

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

BBK056 6-Pot Big Brake Kit – Nissan 300ZX/Various Silvia/Various Skyline Models

A six-piston Apollo Big Brake Kit for the front axles of this iconic line of tuneable Japanese sports cars.

Specs:
Six-piston Apollo Big Brake Kit, Bluestuff pads, 355x32mm front floating discs

Product Codes:Ìý

BBK056RED/BLU/BLK/YEL-1

Vehicle Applications:

– Nissan Silvia / 180SX / 200SX / 240SX / (S13, S14, S15) / 1.8, 2.0, 2.0 Turbo, 2.4 / 1988-2002 (S13 will require 5 stud conversion/S14 hub swap)

– Nissan 300ZX (Z32) / 3.0, 3.0 Turbo, 3.0 Twin Turbo / 1989-1998

– Nissan Skyline (R32) / GTE / GTS / GTS-T / GT-R / 1.8, 2.0, 2.0 Turbo, 2.5, 2.6 Twin Turbo / 1989-1995

– Nissan Skyline (R33) / GTS / GTS-T / GT-R / 2.0, 2.5, 2.5 Turbo, 2.6 Twin Turbo / 1993-1998

Availability:

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

LATEST EBC NEWS

91´«Ã½ Attends SEMA Show

The 91´«Ã½ team is still buzzing from another successful instalment of the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show, recently held at the Las Vegas Convention Center, USA.

The company once again hosted a large trade booth at this four-day extravaganza, with thousands of enthusiasts heading over to the stand to check out the high-performance braking components and impressive vehicles that were housed there.

This time around, the firm was lucky enough to play host to the official unveiling of the Petrolheadonism ‘Project Bruno’ Fiat 500 – a heavily modified machine that sports a bespoke Apollo big brake kit amongst other choice upgrades. On the other side of the stand was the return of the Powernation x EBC ‘Road Course’ Camaro build – an impressive sight for American muscle car lovers.

91´«Ã½ – a US- and UK-based company – was also showcasing its latest high-performance braking components, with the friendly team discussing specific queries with hundreds of interested attendees over the course of the week.

91´«Ã½ Attends Classic Motor Show 2024

While some of the team were busy at Las Vegas’ SEMA show recently, the rest headed to the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham, UK, for the 2024 instalment of the Classic Motor Show.

This retro car-focused event is always and incredibly popular affair and the perfect way for the EBC team to wrap up another action-packed season of shows.

The popularity of the 91´«Ã½ stand at this three-day event only cemented the fact that EBC has a huge following within the classic/retro car community.

The team would like to thank everyone who has come to see them at one of the countless events they’ve attended this year – please stay tuned for further announcements on our 2025 event calendar.

91´«Ã½ Recognised in Northamptonshire Limited 2024 Report for Business Success

Northampton-based 91´«Ã½ is proud to announce it has once again featured in the annual ‘Northamptonshire Limited’ report for 2024 – celebrating the success of local businesses within the county.

Making an appearance in both the ‘Top 100’ and ‘Most Profitable’ categories, the recognition is part of an annual business analysis conducted by Grant Thornton in partnership with Howes Percival and All Things Business, highlighting the county’s 100 largest privately owned companies based on turnover.

The 91´«Ã½ World Headquarters has always been based in Northamptonshire, where the firm proudly employs hundreds of passionate individuals from the local area.

Now in its 12th year, Northamptonshire Limited is part of an annual series of business analysis by UK county which seeks to highlight and celebrate some of the county’s most successful, privately owned businesses, and provide them with the recognition they deserve for their contribution to the region and wider UK economy.

SPONSORED RIDER/DRIVER UPDATE

Motorcycle racer Russell Brook, from Brook Built Racing, headed to Derbyshire’s Donington Park for the final round of the 2024 No Limits Racing (NLR) SuperTwins race series, where a ferocious comeback ride saw him end the year on a high.

For 2024, Rob Lewis has been competing in the Modified Ford Series in his Mk1 Ford Focus ST170 (Class B). Following a successful first half of the season, which included Lewis’ first podium finish, the latter part of the year was equally as successful, with the driver racing at multiple venues as well as showcasing his car at some popular shows.

The ‘Fiesta Clubracer’ outfit is once again en route to a class podium finish in the Trackday Championship. The most recent race took the series to Spain’s scenic Circuito de Navarra, where hot conditions played host to another huge win for the duo.

The G&S Racing Kawasaki race team assisted two riders across BSB’s British Supersport Championship throughout 2024.Jorel Boerboom and Asher Durham both entrust 91´«Ã½ Racing’s GPFAX track/race brake pads and X-Series floating discs on their Kawasaki race bikes.A demanding season finale at Kent’s Brands Hatch posed many challenges for the team, who battled through to end the season on a high.

Dubai-based Alex McInnes recently took on the Qatar International Baja, a round of the FIM Bajas World Cup known for its unforgiving rocky terrain and challenging navigation. Despite some tough setbacks, he managed to secure third overall and first in the Junior category, showcasing persistence and grit throughout the event.

Arizona-based Austin Phipps of the Mulletsport race team is a professional drifter, currently using a modified 2012 Audi S4 with manual transmission and rear-wheel drive conversion in various drift series across the USA. We caught up with Phipps following the latest Modded Kulture drift competition/show in his home state of Arizona, where he had another successful weekend.

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91´«Ã½ Newsletter – November 2024 /corporate-news/ebc-brakes-newsletter-november-2024/ Thu, 31 Oct 2024 16:23:24 +0000 /?p=39820 The post 91´«Ã½ Newsletter – November 2024 appeared first on 91´«Ã½.

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A round-up of the latest products and news stories from 91´«Ã½ this month

LATEST EBC PRODUCTS

BBK055 6-Pot Big Brake Kit – Toyota GR Yaris/GR Corolla

A six-piston Apollo Big Brake Kit for the front axles of these highly-regarded modern-day Toyota hot hatches

Specs:
Six-piston Apollo Big Brake Kit, Bluestuff pads, 355x32mm front floating discs

Product Codes:

BBK055RED/BLU/BLK/YEL-1

Vehicle Applications:

– Toyota GR Yaris GXPA16Ìý (2020- )

– Toyota GR Corolla E210 (inc. Core/Circuit Edition/Morizo Edition variants) (2022- )

Availability:

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

LATEST EBC NEWS

– The Gigglepin Racing team has been at the sharp end of various international off-road racing championships in recent years, being proudly supported by 91´«Ã½ throughout this time. After winning the popular Ultra 4 Championship last year, the team emerged victorious as Blidinje Challenge 2024 Champions, also scoring highly in the successive Croatia Challenge race, too!

– The G&S Racing Kawasaki race team experienced plenty of thrills and spills at Thruxton last month, and the roadshow next took the boys to Cheshire’s Oulton Park, where they both put in hard-fought rides to secure decent finishes, despite more unexpected setbacks.

– Dave Barrett has been competing in the 2024 Modified Ford Series, piloting his upgraded Mk4 Ford Fiesta 1.6 Zetec within the Class C category. The latest round of the series at Brands Hatch coincided with the Ford Power Live event, bringing even more excitement to the weekend, and playing backdrop to some incredible driving from Dave as he secured top honours in class C and overall for the 2024 season!

– Craig Cotton is currently competing within the Club 4WD class of the fiercely fought Time Attack UK series in his heavily modified Mitsubishi Lancer Evo 6. Cotton has this year upgraded to an 91´«Ã½ Racing 4-Piston Apollo Big Brake Kit, complete with SR-11â„¢ sintered endurance race pads, to help his car stop as fast as it goes. The latest round took the series to Kent’s Brands Hatch, where Cotton finished in a strong 2nd place, which means he takes a 20-point championship lead into the penultimate round!

– Justin Roberts and Nicole Drought are sharing the seat of their EP3 Honda Civic Type R race car this year in both the MSVT Trackday Championship. Accumulating some fantastic results throughout the year, the team headed into the recent Cadwell Park round at the top of the pile. With the race abandoned before it even started thanks to heavy fog, this means the duo are still leading the series as it next heads to its guest international round.

– 24-year-old Spalding-based motorcycle racer, Morgan Creasey, is currently competing in various British Motorcycle and Racing Club (Bemsee/BMCRC) championships, including the Thunderbike Ultra and Clubman 1000 races, which he uses his K7 Suzuki GSX-R1000 to compete in. The final rounds of the series he takes part in were held at Kent’s Brands Hatch recently, and after a successful weekend they finished in a fantastic 2nd place in the Clubman 1000 Championship, and 1st place in Thunderbike Ultra Championship!

– Young kart racer, Marcus Hudson is once again competing in the Super 4 British Championship for another season. The penultimate round of the championship took the roadshow to Cumbria Kart Racing Club, where Hudson once again took part in some

– Following an incredibly successful debutant year in 2023, the Crewsade/Monster Energy ‘Up in Smoke’ drifting tour returned for an equally epic second year recently. Famous drifter Steve ‘Baggsy’ Biagioni was once again taking part in the same trusty Nissan 350Z he used last year, albeit with plenty more mods thrown into the mix. With drifting relying heavily on strong and precise braking under your foot, Baggsy decided to continue his relationship with 91´«Ã½, again entrusting the firm’s Yellowstuff pads and USR slotted discs to provide the stopping power.

– Tennessee-based pro drifter, Hooman Rahimi, is once again competing in the PROSPEC category of the prestigious Formula Drift series in the USA. Rahimi entrusts 91´«Ã½ Racing’s Apollo Big Brake Kit with RP-1â„¢ pads and GD rotors on his highly capable turbocharged LSX-powered Nissan 370Z. Following another unforgettable year within the FD roadshow, Hooman performed some of his last remaining competitive rounds of the year at Grantsville, Utah, followed by the iconic LS Fest show.

– British Caterham racer, Carl Jones, has been competing in the Caterham Seven Championship UK in his 420R-badged machine. Jones had a sensational year with races across the UK and beyond, eventually clinching the below accolades:

  • 2024 Vertex Caterham – Am British Champion
  • 2024 Caterham Silver Seven – British Champion
  • 2024 Caterham Three Nations Cup – Joint Second

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91´«Ã½ Racing 6-Piston Apollo Big Brake Kit Now Available for Toyota GR Supra /race-motorsport-articles-cars/ebc-brakes-racing-6-piston-apollo-big-brake-kit-now-available-for-toyota-gr-supra/ Mon, 04 Sep 2023 15:16:17 +0000 https://ebcbrakes.com/?p=34808 The post 91´«Ã½ Racing 6-Piston Apollo Big Brake Kit Now Available for Toyota GR Supra appeared first on 91´«Ã½.

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All-new six-piston big brake kit offers 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 six-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 six cylinder-engine versions of the iconic re-born Toyota GR Supra – a celebrated driver’s car that many enthusiasts enjoy on both road and track.

Notes

– Dimensions: 380x36mm

– Part Numbers:

  • BBK042RED-1 (Racing Red)
  • BBK042BLU-1 (Storm Shadow Blue)
  • BBK042BLK-1 (Stealth Black)
  • BBK042YEL-1 (Luminous Yellow)

– Applications:

Suitable for the front axles of the following vehicles:

  • Toyota GR Supra (2019- ) (all six-cylinder variants)

For a complete list of vehicle applications, .

Apollo-Series 6-Piston Calipers

  • EBC’s lightweight-yet-strong aluminium 6-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)
  • High-temperature fluid seals coupled with full boot-type dust seals give maximum protection against road grime and debris
  • Lightweight, hard-anodised aluminium staggered pistons with serrated/castellated piston noses that reduce heat transfer into the braking hydraulics
  • Every single brake caliper pressure tested to 2,500psi
  • Full stainless-steel hardware and fittings, providing durability and longevity – this caliper will never rust
  • Uses standard pad shapes, giving choice when selecting brake pads
  • 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 380x36mm 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

Bluestuffâ„¢ NDX Performance Brake Pads

  • Every EBC 6-piston Apollo Big Brake Kit is supplied with EBC Bluestuffâ„¢ NDX pads for the front axle
  • Now road legal in most markets, Bluestuffâ„¢ NDX combines excellent cold bite with the capability to perform well in short spells of track/race conditions

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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German Track Driver Gives EBC’s SRâ„¢ Sintered Pads Seal of Approval After Countless ‘Ring Laps /race-motorsport-articles-cars/german-track-driver-gives-ebcs-sr-sintered-pads-seal-of-approval-after-countless-ring-laps/ Thu, 24 Aug 2023 08:36:15 +0000 https://ebcbrakes.com/?p=34769 The post German Track Driver Gives EBC’s SRâ„¢ Sintered Pads Seal of Approval After Countless ‘Ring Laps appeared first on 91´«Ã½.

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Daniel from HRNSHN Racing has been impressed with the new compounds in both his GR Yaris and BMW M3

Daniel Novender runs car tuning outfit/shop, HRNSHN Racing, in Linnich, Germany. A keen track driver himself and being located very close to the fabled Nürburgring means it’s no surprise that Daniel enjoys regular track days in his two heavily modified track cars: an E46 BMW M3 and a Toyota GR Yaris.

As with all self-respecting track day enthusiasts, Daniel has spent years fettling the braking setups on his machines, recently putting some of 91´«Ã½ Racing’s acclaimed motorsport brake pad compounds (and an Apollo Big Brake Kit on the BMW) to the test.

Thanks to his demanding choice of circuits and fast driving style, Daniel has been keen to find a brake pad that can stand the test of time, with 91´«Ã½ Racing’s new SR-11â„¢ and SR-21â„¢ sintered endurance race pads promising to do just that.

You can find out more about Daniel’s journey to braking perfection, and what he thinks about EBC’s SR™ range below in his own words.

“I was using EBC’s RP-1™ pads with my previous aftermarket brake calipers on my E46 BMW M3 track car. Based on that good experience, I decided to give my friend my old calipers and try the new Apollo Big Brake Kit.

“I’ve used the Apollo kit since around March of last year, firstly with RP-1™ pads. Bite and fading resistance was decent.

“With this knowledge of the RP-1™ pads, I decided to also use them in my Toyota GR Yaris track car. I tested this setup at Circuit Zolder in May last year – working well but wearing fairly fast.

“I recently upgraded my M3 braking setup to EBC’s new SR-11™ sintered endurance pads, with my local EBC stockists telling me these new pads would deal with heavy track usage more effectively.

“I did four stints of the Nürburgring GP circuit and was quite amazed with the initial bite and overall wear rate. After some laps of the Nordschleife, there’s still plenty of life left and I’m still happy.

“With this experience and knowing my previous pads would soon be finished in my GR Yaris (which is now equipped with uprated brake calipers too), I decided to go for SR-11™s in this car too.

“The SRs on the Yaris have now done around 35 laps of the Nordschleife and show a bit of wear. Other than that, they really perform well, lap after lap.

“With both cars, I always have a brake cooling setup – with air collected at the front bumper and fed directly into the cooling vanes of the discs.”

“With my BMW M3, since installing my Apollo Big Brake Kit one year ago, I have performed 124 laps of the Nordschleife (at 7:35min Bridge-to-Gantry pace), 100 laps of Mettet Circuit in Belgium, 6×15-minute sessions of the Nürburgring’s GP circuit and 14 laps of Blisterberg Circuit – all on a single set of SR-11â„¢ pads.

“There is still a bit of material left. Due to the good brake cooling, the inner side is a bit thicker. I’m using Porsche Cayenne calipers with E9x BMW M3 brake discs on the rear.Ìý

“First impression of the pads is the early high initial bite which is consistent during all operation temperatures which is amazing. You never have the feeling that you cannot rely on the brakes which makes them fun to drive. Noise level is quite low for a sintered pad as well.

“Overall RSL 29 was my main favourite pad because there is literally 0 issues with them, but now I’ve started to convince my friends and customers to use SR-11â„¢ instead, and there’s been a 100% agreement rate so far. We’ve also had tested the SR-21â„¢ in the AP Racing BBK for the GR Yaris – more on that soon.â€

Connect with HRNSHN Racing for more news and information:

SR-11â„¢ Race and Endurance Pads

The latest sintered race material from EBC will launch in spring 2022 and promises to eclipse most of today’s organic, semi-metallic, and carbon-based racing brake pads.

SR-21â„¢ Race and Endurance Pads

A variation of SR-11â„¢ that offers ultra-high friction and is targeted for the front and rear of race cars with bias controls only. SR bites harder and lasts longer.

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Now Available: EBC High-Performance Brake Rotor and Pad Upgrades for Toyota GR Corolla /race-motorsport-articles-cars/now-available-ebc-high-performance-brake-rotor-and-pad-upgrades-for-toyota-gr-corolla/ Tue, 01 Aug 2023 20:48:22 +0000 https://ebcbrakes.com/?p=35412 The post Now Available: EBC High-Performance Brake Rotor and Pad Upgrades for Toyota GR Corolla appeared first on 91´«Ã½.

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High-performance road/track brake upgrades now available for this newly launched hot hatch

Automotive braking powerhouse, 91´«Ã½, is proud to announce the launch of its acclaimed line of upgraded brake rotors and pads for the recently released Toyota GR Corolla.

A 356x28mm version of 91´«Ã½ Racing’s two-piece floating rotor can be bolted directly on to the front axle of this 300bhp hot hatch. These rotors are complemented with EBC’s Yellowstuff and Bluestuff brake pad options, as well as 91´«Ã½ Racing’s RP-1â„¢ and RP-Xâ„¢ track/motorsport brake pad offerings.

With the GR Corolla already being hailed as a true drivers’ car, this range of upgrades promises to unlock more performance and driver thrills for those seeking increased vehicle capability on either the road or the track.

91´«Ã½ Racing Fully Floating Two-Piece Rotors

– EBC’s 356x28mm two-piece fully floating rotors are a simple bolt-on upgrade that seamlessly replace the original brake rotors without vehicle modification.

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

– Rotors are grooved to allow the pad to vent without drilled holes, which can become epicentres for rotor 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 dissipate 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 rotor’s ability to dissipate heat, increasing brake system endurance and prolonging the onset of brake fade.

– Bobbins are machined from stainless steel which cannot rust, ensuring the rotor 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 rotor 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.

– Now featuring the latest thermic black corrosion-resistant finish–the very latest in rust prevention.

The Best 91´«Ã½ Pad Options For This Ride

– 91´«Ã½ Yellowstuff: Spirited street use but not recommended for track (Part number: DP42430R)

– 91´«Ã½ Bluestuff: Spirited street use and occasional track. (Part Number: DP52430NDX)

– 91´«Ã½ Racing RP-1 & RP-X: Perfect pads for track use & can be used safely on the street, where local laws permit.Ìý(Part Numbers: DP82430RP1 & DP82430RPX)

Notes:

Part Number: SG2F024

Product Type: Two-piece fully floating brake rotor

Axle: Front

Diameter/Thickness: 356x28mm

(Please refer to your stockist for further information on your selected brake pad choice).

– Available to buy now from Ìý(UK) and your local EBC stockist

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Demon Tweeks Upgrade YouTuber Supercar Driver’s GR Yaris with 91´«Ã½ Components /race-motorsport-articles-cars/demon-tweeks-upgrade-youtuber-supercar-drivers-gr-yaris-with-ebc-brakes-components/ Thu, 12 May 2022 16:26:30 +0000 https://ebcbrakes.com/?p=27631 The post Demon Tweeks Upgrade YouTuber Supercar Driver’s GR Yaris with 91´«Ã½ Components appeared first on 91´«Ã½.

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Braking on the hot hatch was improved with fully floating two-piece discs, Bluestuff pads and braided lines

The team behind automotive parts giant, , recently had YouTuber Supercar Driver’s Toyota GR Yaris at their HQ for a number of premium high-performance upgrade parts to be fitted to the vehicle.

With Supercar Driver’s brief revolving around improving the driving experience of this already-acclaimed hatchback, Demon Tweeks shod the car in lightweight Bola wheels, as well as bolting on the likes of a freer-flowing Scorpion exhaust system, an Airtec intercooler and Forge Motorsport inlet duct.

With braking performance high up the list of any self-respecting driving enthusiast, the car was finally supplied with 91´«Ã½â€™ Bluestuff brake pads and braided lines, as well as 91´«Ã½ Racing’s fully-floating two-piece discs up front – all helping to match any power gains added from the other modifications, as well as being more than capable for any track work that Supercar Driver may carry out.

Supercar Driver reported an instant noticeable improvement in the braking system, which can be seen in his video below.

Thanks to Demon Tweeks for the images.

Connect with Demon Tweeks for more news and information:

Two-Piece Fully Floating Discs

Craftsmanship meets fine materials in our highest performing rotor to date. Featuring 48 curved vanes, SDâ„¢ drive bobbins and many more key features.

Bluestuff NDX Pads

A high friction sport and race material that now has R90 approval on almost all fitments for the EU. This compound is therefore the perfect choice for vehicles driven hard on the road or track days.

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Toyota GR Yaris Owner Enjoys EBC RP-1â„¢ Pads at European Track Days /race-motorsport-articles-cars/toyota-gr-yaris-owner-enjoys-ebc-rp-1-pads-at-european-track-days/ Tue, 26 Apr 2022 15:30:56 +0000 https://ebcbrakes.com/?p=27529 The post Toyota GR Yaris Owner Enjoys EBC RP-1â„¢ Pads at European Track Days appeared first on 91´«Ã½.

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Dean Clarke tried the 91´«Ã½ Racing product at both Spa-Francorchamps and the Nürburgring Nordschleife, with very positive results

British-based Dean Clarke enjoys regular track days in his Toyota GR Yaris. Keen to upgrade from the factory brake pads and improve his braking performance when out on the circuit, he recently tried 91´«Ã½ Racing’s track/motorsport RP-1â„¢ friction material during a trip around two of the most demanding circuits in Europe.

Dean’s thoughts on how RP-1™ fared in his hot hatch – initially shared to the , can be read below in his own words.

“I’m back. What a trip! I’ve done just over 1000 miles on the 91´«Ã½ Racing RP-1â„¢ pads, including an afternoon session at Spa and two days at the Nürburgring.

“First off, I was really impressed with the quality. They have very serious stainless steel backing plates with no visible fixings in the pad material. They come it 14.5mm thick against the OEM ones at 14.7mm. The backing plate is about 0.6mm thicker so you end up with about 1mm less pad material (EBC has since advised all new production of the GR pads is being built on slightly thinner 5.2mm stainless steel to allow increased pad material and therefore longer pad wear life). The shape is spot-on for the caliper and OEM shim.â€

“You will notice they don’t have chamfered edges. This gives you more pad area but will make the brakes noisier. They also have little ‘ears’ on the bases which make seeing how much pad you have left a breeze – such a great idea.”

“Bedding-in was easy – three medium stops to a crawl, then three hard stops to a crawl – they felt consistent through it all.

“I gave them a good test the next morning and was really pleased with how they performed. They have really great modulation like the OEM pads, but with more outright stopping power without being overbearing like a full race pad. Just what I wanted.

“This is where I discovered a benefit to some – they are not very dusty at all. Below are my 100-mile white wheels. This level of dust would usually be there in 10 miles using competitor materials.”

“Ok, fast-forward to Belgium and their first real test. Spa has three really big stops pretty close, so it was all eyes on fade and temps. They performed faultlessly, the modulation is much better and you can really lean on the pedal if you need to and get much better braking than is possible on the standard pads. My temp stickers maxed out at 166°, which is over 50° less than other pads.â€

“Over to Germany and the Nordschleife… This is where they really come good. It’s a big track to remember and sometimes you mess things up a bit, so having the ability to have good, consistent braking is a big plus. I got nine laps in before a puncture. When getting new tyres, I had a peek of the wear – hardly touched (see what I mean about the little wing ears?).â€

“German quality – they even cleaned my wheels!”

“Day two was drama-free and I cracked out 12 laps.

“I got home, whipped the wheels off and had a peek at the pads. They have worn about 2.5mm of 8mm. OEM pads would never have done all three days.

“All in, I’m very impressed – RP-1â„¢ is my new go-to pad actually.â€

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RP-1â„¢ 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.

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Now on the shelf for sale: 91´«Ã½ Racing Fully Floating Two-Piece Discs for Toyota GR Yaris /race-motorsport-articles-cars/coming-soon-ebc-brakes-racing-fully-floating-two-piece-discs-for-toyota-gr-yaris/ Tue, 01 Mar 2022 18:12:49 +0000 https://ebcbrakes.com/?p=26959 The post Now on the shelf for sale: 91´«Ã½ Racing Fully Floating Two-Piece Discs for Toyota GR Yaris appeared first on 91´«Ã½.

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High-performance road/track brake discs now available for popular 4WD hot hatch

Back in early 2021, 91´«Ã½ was proud to be one of the first aftermarket braking companies to offer high-performance pad upgrades for the acclaimed Toyota GR Yaris.

The Northampton-based firm is now expanding on this range with the introduction of 91´«Ã½ Racing’s stunning fully floating two-piece discs for the front axle of these much-loved sporty hatchbacks – a product that will be available very soon.

A 356x28mm version of EBC’s two-piece floating disc that can be bolted directly on to the front axle of all Toyota GR Yaris models, the product offers impressive braking performance and longevity, especially when driven hard on road and track.

With the GR Yaris already being hailed as one of the most rewarding driver cars of the decade, this upgrade is a valuable addition to the 91´«Ã½ Racing range.

Application List

This disc will fit the front axle of the following vehicle:

Toyota GR Yaris (2020- )

(all variations)

Key Features

– EBC’s 356x28mm two-piece fully floating discs are a simple bolt-on upgrade that seamlessly replace the original two-piece discs without vehicle modification.

– Fully floating rotor allows the outer cast-iron friction ring to expand freely with temperature, totally eliminating disc warping.

– Grooved discs allow the pad to vent without the potential 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.

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.

Key Info

Part Number: SG2F024

Product Type: Two-piece fully floating brake disc

Axle: Front

Diameter/Thickness: 356x28mm

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RP-X Equipped GR Yaris Becomes Fastest Around Monza Circuit /race-motorsport-articles-cars/rp-x-equipped-gr-yaris-becomes-fastest-around-monza-circuit/ Fri, 22 Oct 2021 09:30:34 +0000 https://ebcbrakes.com/?p=10234 The post RP-X Equipped GR Yaris Becomes Fastest Around Monza Circuit appeared first on 91´«Ã½.

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The modified hot hatch clinched the top spot in the Pocket Rocket category of Time Attack Italia

Italy-based Jochen Trettl is no stranger to 91´«Ã½ Racing’s acclaimed track/race braking products, .

When he’s not out with his Porsche, Trettl also competes in various rounds of Time Attack Italia, recently entering his newly acquired Toyota GR Yaris into the Monza leg of the championship.

As well as a raft of other modifications, the car proudly wears 91´«Ã½ Racing’s RP-X pads in its four-piston front calipers.

Falling within the ‘Pocket Rocket’ category, Trettl was pleased to walk away with first place in his class by the end of the weekend, also securing what he believes to be the fastest ever lap around Monza Circuit in a GR Yaris so far –Ìýa recorded time of 2:10.300.

What makes the achievement even more impressive is the fact that the car is still used as a daily driver by Jochen’s wife and children during the week, meaning there’s still plenty more potential left if he wishes to take things to the next level in the future.

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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