Brakes?
Are big brakes a good investment? They seam a little pricy? I wouldn't mind stopping a little tighter, my pedal is a little on the softer side than I would like, are there cheaper way to tighten that up for better stopping?
I assume the price is in the rotors so wuld higher quality brake lines and pads work or calipers? Any info is greatfully apreciated once again.
I assume the price is in the rotors so wuld higher quality brake lines and pads work or calipers? Any info is greatfully apreciated once again.
They ARE pricey and probably not worth it to you unless you plan on tracking the car regularly.
A better set of pads (Hawk or EBC comes to mind,) S.S. braidedbrake hoses can make a big difference in feel, and a good set of metal pedal pads (racing pads if you will) can make a world of difference and at far less than half the cost too.
For pedals, may I suggest you look into these: http://www.autovationparts.com/store/Mazda6.htmlStay away from the rubber inserts. They will cost you more, wear out quickly and you don't need them, BELIEVE ME!! These things are really grippy and because you remove the rubber pad before installing, you have metal on metal which gives you much better and directfeel and firmness.
Here are mine and believe me they will grip your shoe in ANY weather. Better heel and toe ability too. A good investment for appearance and safety.

A better set of pads (Hawk or EBC comes to mind,) S.S. braidedbrake hoses can make a big difference in feel, and a good set of metal pedal pads (racing pads if you will) can make a world of difference and at far less than half the cost too.
For pedals, may I suggest you look into these: http://www.autovationparts.com/store/Mazda6.htmlStay away from the rubber inserts. They will cost you more, wear out quickly and you don't need them, BELIEVE ME!! These things are really grippy and because you remove the rubber pad before installing, you have metal on metal which gives you much better and directfeel and firmness.
Here are mine and believe me they will grip your shoe in ANY weather. Better heel and toe ability too. A good investment for appearance and safety.

BTW: Bigger brake kits don't offer shorter stopping distances. They offer more surface area so the rotor stays cooler. The cooler the rotor the less likely you will experience fade in hard multiple stops. Unless you drive like that, again in track-like conditions, don't waste your money.
Thanks alot I will definatly look into brake pads and maybe some brake hoses. When I said the pedal was a little soft I ment the brakes are pretty giving they don't bite down as hard, nothing to do with the acctual pedals. But thanks anyways.
Alright I have found several brake hoses and I really want a nice pair b/c if you get cheap nock offs, they are kinda'...well you stoping. I see that a price for all 4 is in the range of 140-180? for SS ones, and company or other info helpful. As for pads my car's current pads are at about 60 so when those wear down a little more than I will purchace some nicer ones at that time.
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