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ported_head · 22nd February 2009, 18:42

Interesting brake pads, how much are they? They seem to have slightly more surface area than the Swift pads, but I might be wrong. Do they have a part number?

Please update once you've clocked some miles on them.

srijit · 22nd February 2009, 19:17

@crazy diablo, could you please post an approximate price and a review of the exedy clutch. Is that a stage 1? How long is it expected to last and how does it compare to an SGP clutch, with regards to price and life? Thanks in advance

ps: Love your build.

binz · 22nd February 2009, 20:15

I just saw this,do post a review soon!

crazydiablo · 23rd February 2009, 07:48

@ported head: They looked good thats why I picked them up. I had never heard of them before I picked them up. They are around 6800 bucks per set. No they dont have any part number written on them and am not even sure if it fits. These are an experiment lets see how it goes. I will also change the brake fluid to DOT 4.

@Srijit: This is the same clutch that Mclaren1885 is using. So if you want an instant review he is the one to catch. The pedal feel is pretty much like a stock clutch (which I like because wifey also drives the car). I dont know how long it will last, that only time will tell. I am told this is a Stage 2 clutch, but not the Sports Tuff series.

Binz, gimme some time I will post a feedback.

But i have more surprises coming you way guys.....

vikram_d · 23rd February 2009, 08:20

I have the same clutch on my car. It is a stage 1 clutch. How much did you pay for it? This clutch will easily hold provided you dont do too many hard launches.

crazydiablo · 23rd February 2009, 08:41

Okay I stand corrected. Its a stage 1 then. I paid 10.5K for it, now I need to get it installed. How long has it run on your car?

vikram_d · 23rd February 2009, 12:18

Quote:

Originally Posted by crazydiablo

Okay I stand corrected. Its a stage 1 then. I paid 10.5K for it, now I need to get it installed. How long has it run on your car?

You have paid a higher price for it. I bought it for 7k. It has done about 10k kms on my car now.

iceman91 · 23rd February 2009, 13:52

yes 10.5k is a bit tooo much.
also the brake pads. have they been fitted? I have a feeling they are for the esteem. I could be wrong. I never knew that kevlar pads dint need to be heated.

crazydiablo · 23rd February 2009, 13:54

Hmm thats depressing. Thanks for letting me know, I know whom to catch next time when I need a clutch.

srishiva · 23rd February 2009, 13:55

Quote:

Originally Posted by vikram_d

You have paid a higher price for it. I bought it for 7k. It has done about 10k kms on my car now.

That brings a question on whether we have a thread which contains price information for non-OEM parts !!

vikram_d · 23rd February 2009, 14:52

Quote:

Originally Posted by srishiva

That brings a question on whether we have a thread which contains price information for non-OEM parts !!

I don't think we have any such thread. Nor do i remember seeing one.

v1p3r · 24th February 2009, 04:59

Should have bought a stage 2 only, dude. They're streetable but way tougher.

Did you check which model these pads go onto? I hope they're not for the 1.8 Baleno, that would be a bummer. Do remember to skim the discs before you put them on.

How about a review of the Neovas?

crazydiablo · 24th February 2009, 21:36

So the cat is outta the bag. Got new shoes for the car, Yokohama Advan Neovas AD-07 in 195/60R14 size. I have to thank Ishaan and Nikhil for these tyres.

It just happened on Friday, I just got out for lunch and called up Nikhil. He was prompt in giving all the options and a good discount too for TBHPians. So I forget lunch, forget Michelins PP1s and get to the tyre shop. I have not been to Madhu's for a long time and was impressed with the equipment. Everything was done quickly and out came black beauty with spanking new shoes.

Initial impressions are really good. I have not yet scrubbed these in yet. Road feedback is amazing, not noisy now, less ride comfort. But one thing I can tell you these things stick like leaches! Just a few pics:

kutlee · 25th February 2009, 08:42

cool tyres...i like new tyres...enjoy!!

rjstyles69 · 25th February 2009, 14:29

mohit looks like the car has gone thru a complete make over. Congratulations on completing the build and drive safe.

22nd February 2009, 18:42	#121
ported_head Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Mumbai, India Posts: 2,387 Thanked: 21 Times	Interesting brake pads, how much are they? They seem to have slightly more surface area than the Swift pads, but I might be wrong. Do they have a part number? Please update once you've clocked some miles on them.
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22nd February 2009, 19:17	#122
srijit BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Trivandrum Posts: 598 Thanked: 8 Times	@crazy diablo, could you please post an approximate price and a review of the exedy clutch. Is that a stage 1? How long is it expected to last and how does it compare to an SGP clutch, with regards to price and life? Thanks in advance ps: Love your build.
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22nd February 2009, 20:15	#123
binz Senior - BHPian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,306 Thanked: 431 Times View My Garage	I just saw this,do post a review soon!
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23rd February 2009, 07:48	#124
crazydiablo BHPian Join Date: May 2004 Location: Bangalore/San Francisco Posts: 854 Thanked: 28 Times View My Garage	@ported head: They looked good thats why I picked them up. I had never heard of them before I picked them up. They are around 6800 bucks per set. No they dont have any part number written on them and am not even sure if it fits. These are an experiment lets see how it goes. I will also change the brake fluid to DOT 4. @Srijit: This is the same clutch that Mclaren1885 is using. So if you want an instant review he is the one to catch. The pedal feel is pretty much like a stock clutch (which I like because wifey also drives the car). I dont know how long it will last, that only time will tell. I am told this is a Stage 2 clutch, but not the Sports Tuff series. Binz, gimme some time I will post a feedback. But i have more surprises coming you way guys.....
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23rd February 2009, 08:20	#125
vikram_d Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 2,427 Thanked: 1,188 Times	I have the same clutch on my car. It is a stage 1 clutch. How much did you pay for it? This clutch will easily hold provided you dont do too many hard launches.
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23rd February 2009, 08:41	#126
crazydiablo BHPian Join Date: May 2004 Location: Bangalore/San Francisco Posts: 854 Thanked: 28 Times View My Garage	Okay I stand corrected. Its a stage 1 then. I paid 10.5K for it, now I need to get it installed. How long has it run on your car?
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23rd February 2009, 13:52	#128
iceman91 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: melbourne/banga Posts: 1,961 Thanked: 36 Times View My Garage	yes 10.5k is a bit tooo much. also the brake pads. have they been fitted? I have a feeling they are for the esteem. I could be wrong. I never knew that kevlar pads dint need to be heated.
	() Thanks

23rd February 2009, 13:54	#129
crazydiablo BHPian Join Date: May 2004 Location: Bangalore/San Francisco Posts: 854 Thanked: 28 Times View My Garage	Hmm thats depressing. Thanks for letting me know, I know whom to catch next time when I need a clutch.
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24th February 2009, 04:59	#132
v1p3r Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: BLR / DXB / LON Posts: 5,359 Thanked: 7,334 Times View My Garage	Should have bought a stage 2 only, dude. They're streetable but way tougher. Did you check which model these pads go onto? I hope they're not for the 1.8 Baleno, that would be a bummer. Do remember to skim the discs before you put them on. How about a review of the Neovas?
	() Thanks

24th February 2009, 21:36	#133
crazydiablo BHPian Join Date: May 2004 Location: Bangalore/San Francisco Posts: 854 Thanked: 28 Times View My Garage	So the cat is outta the bag. Got new shoes for the car, Yokohama Advan Neovas AD-07 in 195/60R14 size. I have to thank Ishaan and Nikhil for these tyres. It just happened on Friday, I just got out for lunch and called up Nikhil. He was prompt in giving all the options and a good discount too for TBHPians. So I forget lunch, forget Michelins PP1s and get to the tyre shop. I have not been to Madhu's for a long time and was impressed with the equipment. Everything was done quickly and out came black beauty with spanking new shoes. Initial impressions are really good. I have not yet scrubbed these in yet. Road feedback is amazing, not noisy now, less ride comfort. But one thing I can tell you these things stick like leaches! Just a few pics: Attached Thumbnails
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25th February 2009, 08:42	#134
kutlee Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 1,141 Thanked: 232 Times View My Garage	cool tyres...i like new tyres...enjoy!!
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25th February 2009, 14:29	#135
rjstyles69 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Bengalooru.. Posts: 4,344 Thanked: 845 Times View My Garage	mohit looks like the car has gone thru a complete make over. Congratulations on completing the build and drive safe.
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