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      06-25-2018, 02:47 PM   #1
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Post Brembo GT-S System - E90 M3

I haven't seen much about the GT-S systems and wanted to contribute to the collective forum knowledge here - since I would've found it useful had I found something. I spent a while looking across various systems and settled on this. Recently specced and purchased a Brembo GT-S BBK kit (365x34, 345x28mm for easiest 18" wheel clearance)

TL;DR: needed front and rear paired systems with great functionality and support for servicing, plug and play obviously with easy 18" wheel fitment. I also wanted something that wasn't a bright color. After looking at the market options I really liked the Brembo GT-R system with all the features and the nickel finish (Who wouldnt?). Its quite a high dollar system which put it out of my range until I came across a newish? setup from Brembo. Difference between GT GTS and GTR are the pistons, featuring the higher grade heat exchange characteristics and no external dust seals. The exterior finish is a hard anodize black with the classic motorsport Brembo red lettering - which I found appealing. Its GT style body with some bits from motorsport calipers - a hybrid system if you will?

I have more info in my install/project thread (here) , so I wont pollute with too much stuff here. Also looked at the go-to StopTechs as well as Sparta systems, but balancing pricing, spec, sizing, finish and brand - stuck with Brembo.

Needless to say the build quality is great. The whole setup ends up with an OEM-like look, disappearing into the shadows of the wheel. Braking is now massively predictable, consistent and stable. Modulating brake force is a lot easier with much better feedback from the system. I am very much looking forward to putting these to use on the track once some other bits get upgraded on the car.









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      06-25-2018, 03:12 PM   #2
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Never heard of these. Look/sound great. Daddy want.
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      06-28-2018, 05:59 PM   #3
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      06-28-2018, 06:27 PM   #4
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Looks good
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      06-28-2018, 06:47 PM   #5
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      06-28-2018, 07:06 PM   #6
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Very subtle and clean look! If you don't mind me asking, where did you order them from?
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      06-28-2018, 11:49 PM   #7
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ive heard about these a while back but never saw anyone install them, looks so delicious
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      06-29-2018, 12:18 AM   #8
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We just put a set on one of our shop cars. Its an amazing kit and much more affordable compared to the GT-R.

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Very subtle and clean look! If you don't mind me asking, where did you order them from?
I can help you out with that
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      06-29-2018, 12:51 AM   #9
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Never heard of these. Look/sound great. Daddy want.
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Very subtle and clean look! If you don't mind me asking, where did you order them from?

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ive heard about these a while back but never saw anyone install them, looks so delicious
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I can help you out with that
Indeed!, Just a hair over GT kits!
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They look great I just can't stand that you still need to remove the caliper for pad swaps
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I like the sutble but serious look of that setup. Do you take your car to the track?
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      06-29-2018, 01:23 PM   #12
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I like the sutble but serious look of that setup. Do you take your car to the track?
I havent yet - but it will see a lot of track time. I still have to work through replacing some suspension bits with worn bushings (updating to spherical), have blown endlinks and etc.
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