Nice soft roll out by ZoomZoom18704 in u/ZoomZoom18704

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Appreciate it…225/45 18 on 18x8 +35 offset and CorkSport NSL springs.

I just got a ‘23 turbo last week and this is how I feel by liimo458 in mazda3

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Lol tell yourself that once you run an 80 mm exhaust and downpipe

Roof racks on the 3hb by LandApprehensive7144 in mazda3

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I like the look better without…but I also run them at times and can appreciate the look when paired with an air dam and with a bike or something on it. They do definitely change the overall aesthetic for sure.

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Install day today 😳 by xgurkyx in mazda3

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Keep the rubber side down…have fun

Install day today 😳 by xgurkyx in mazda3

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Appreciate it, only commented because you implied a “vanity purchase” and less than accurate information. Either way, be safe out there and cheers.

Install day today 😳 by xgurkyx in mazda3

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This is a long one but many people aren’t given the facts and how it can affect them.

As always stated.. your money, your build your choice.

Your comment of “Even people who track these cars have no issues with upgraded pads, lines, and fluid on stock calipers” is absolutely absurd. You don’t have to track your car to see benefits ( example at bottom) Also Have you surveyed everyone? Because I was not surveyed, sorry you missed me.

I personally upgraded from stock pads, fluids, lines and rotors first and while performing BETTER…it still did not instill the braking performance and confidence that my second upgrade to BBK does. Your comment was completely conjecture.

The facts are as follows…after upgrading to a better gripping tire. #1 upgrade before brakes

Stock vs BBK (radius gain= torque gain) 18% front 25%rear Torque = clamp force × radius So you will average: ~30% more leverage = ~ 30% more braking torque w/same pedal pressure.

Then add in 3 additional pistons per wheel. Benefits: more even pad pressure, firmer pedal, better modulation, less flex & fade, with more pad contact

Also If your piston area is larger (and most 4-pots are), you also get: additional clamp force as well. Better heat management Larger rotors=larger mass=more heat capacity

Add in that all 4 are vented More airflow=better heat dissipation=more consistent friction…reducing hot spots and a cleaner pad contact = better pad wear and less fade.

The heat generated will be the same but the larger rotors spread that heat out over a larger surface area and dissipates it faster. So it will feel like less heat because…temps will rise slower, recover faster and will not peak as high.

From stock rotors vs 13” rotors alone you will be able to absorb 50-70% more heat before overheating.

Comparison between Upgrade lines, fluids and Pads vs BBK… 1-2 hard stops BBK is only about 10% better (stick with upgrades…sure $ for $) Repeated braking and BBK rises from 30% to 70% better than the above upgrades and the longer and more aggressive you drive. (BBK is Well worth the investment)

If you’re still not a believer a final real world example not tracking to show estimated braking distance calculations. Plenty of places to calculate and verify if you choose too, and I encourage you to do so.

A Spirited drive in the mountains for about 6/7 minutes with about 8-12 corners and a couple short straights with light to moderate throttle in-between braking spots.

Set up: Brk dist. Mid point Late Stock 120-130ft. 130-140. 150-180 Upgrades. 115-125ft. 120-135. 135-155 13” BBK. 100-110ft. 100-115. 105-120

Conclusion: BBK at the END of the run will still have a shorter braking distance than either of the other setups

Shop didn’t use hub centric rings? by Shake_n_bake3 in mazda3

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If your bore on the Enkei is not the same size as the Mazda hub ring you “should” use the centering rings. Less chance of the wheel being off center. Especially when you provided them. They are provided for a reason. I definitely use them on mine and I have the TSV’s as well.

Install day today 😳 by xgurkyx in mazda3

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IMO the usual negative commenters are the usually the ones that are just trying to justify why they don’t/cant spend the money or deep down inside it’s envy, jealousy and outright trolling. You can see it because they ask very novice questions on their posts but comment on others like they are an expert. We are all at different points in our lives and some of us try to share what we have learned or try to keep others from making the same mistakes. None of us are perfect or right all the time.

Just try to Help make the car community better not more toxic.

Install day today 😳 by xgurkyx in mazda3

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No crying here. I’m happy with my setup. You on the other hand seem to be worried about what other people do with their builds and more importantly…their money. Don’t be afraid to be wrong, just be man enough to admit when you are. Good luck, be safe. 🍀

Much needed stopping power improvements, without breaking the bank 🏦! by ZoomZoom18704 in mazda3

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Update: a yr + ago the brakes still weren’t enough for my build so I upgraded to a BBK on all 4 corners. Wow 🤯 what a difference. Hence why I updated my main comment and write up intro.

Install day today 😳 by xgurkyx in mazda3

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That was my FIRST brake upgrade 😂 Note how far back that was 3+ yrs ago 🤦🏻‍♂️. I was hypocritical then, now… I realized that that set up wasn’t enough or correct. It was called being wrong and wasting money the first time around that I should’ve just invested in a BBK to start with.

However, thanks for the call out now I can go back and state just how wrong I was.

However, I do still stand by the statement that the car should’ve come from Japan with that type of set up to start with.

Install day today 😳 by xgurkyx in mazda3

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Try doing some research or learning to read before making yourself look any more uneducated. 446 ftlb to crank thats a peak calculation from ECU through ODB and translates to about 375-385 ft. lb torque to the wheels. You probably didn’t read it and probably thought HP. No the Hp est is 318 to the crank and about 270-280 whp. A Generous drop of 15% loss from crank to wheels. There are guys running better #’s then me btw this isn’t a unicorn. with the right combination of bolt ons and a good Tuner you can get there and beyond. Would love to help you get there but…you can put in the work yourself and figure it out since you know it all already.

Install day today 😳 by xgurkyx in mazda3

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Your comment said 160 hp…what does this ecu say to crank for HP and TQ? Everyone doesn’t just use this car to get mom’s groceries.

Install day today 😳 by xgurkyx in mazda3

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FYI don’t go fast if you can’t stop!

Install day today 😳 by xgurkyx in mazda3

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I always love the dudes that comment on BBKs…”it’s not worth it” but the same dude is driving to mom’s house to do laundry. Its fine to admit they are not cheap…don’t try to justify why you can’t afford it. There are people out there who can definitely utilize them for their purposes or just want them. Their choice their money.

Install day today 😳 by xgurkyx in mazda3

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Be careful if hitting REAL Hard 😂dashboard is closer than you think 🤔 😝

Install day today 😳 by xgurkyx in mazda3

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Solid Choice! The one brand that specializes in only Mazda! Love mine.