RX-7 FD3S StopTech ST-40 Big Brake Kit Install
RX-7 FD3S StopTech ST-40 Big Brake Kit
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Mazda RX-7
FD3S (N/A)
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0-60
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Top Speed
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Advanced DIY
3-4 hours
StopTech ST-40 Big Brake Kit Front
Mazda RX-7 (FD3S)
Estimated Cost
$2,100-$2,600
Parts: $1,800-$2,100
Labor: $300-$500
Horsepower
0
Torque
0
Response
+25% stopping power, dramatically improved fade resistance for track
Prerequisites
- β’ 17-inch minimum wheels
- β’ DOT 4 brake fluid
- β’ Bleeder kit
Installation Progress0%
Installation Steps
1
Remove front wheels
10 min
Break lugs before jacking
2
Unbolt stock calipers
20 min
3
Disconnect brake line, plug immediately
10 min
4
Remove stock rotor
10 min
5
Clean hub mating surface
10 min
6
Install StopTech 332mm rotor
10 min
7
Install adapter bracket
15 min
8
Mount StopTech caliper
15 min
9
Install Goodridge stainless line
15 min
10
Repeat opposite side
1 hour
11
Bleed front brake system
30 min
12
Bed-in pads
20 min
Parts Required
All parts needed for this modification
StopTech ST-40 4-piston caliper kit
Quantity: 1 β’ $1,200
StopTech 332x32mm 2-piece rotors
Quantity: 2 β’ $580
Goodridge stainless brake lines
Quantity: 2 β’ $120
Motul RBF 600
Quantity: 1 L β’ $55
StopTech Street Performance pads
Quantity: 1 β’ $140
Tools Required
Brake bleeder
Rental: $15/day
Rental
Torque wrench
Common
19mm + 17mm sockets
Common
Supporting Modifications
Additional mods recommended or required for optimal performance
Cooling ducts (track use)
optional
Sustained track use requires active cooling
Race-compound pads
optional
Track-only pads for dedicated race use
Tuning Requirements
ECU Flash Required
Dyno Tune Required
Estimated Tuning Cost
$0
ABS maintained. Bed-in critical. Brake balance controller recommended if running aggressive rear pads.
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