Subaru BRZ Owner Sets New Best Lap on AP Racing by Essex Sprint Brake Kit

Over the years, our AP Racing by Essex 299mm Competition Sprint Brake Kit has developed an incredibly loyal following in the Subaru BRZ / Toyota 86 community, and for good reason. From decreasing HPDE running costs to winning NASA Championships, it has proven to be an extremely versatile, potent, and weight-saving upgrade. Throw on a set of Ferodo Racing pads and you truly have the ultimate compact, lightweight brake system for this platform.

A client of ours in Costa Rica running this exact setup on their BRZ just offered their initial report below:

"Yesterday had a track session, first one since I installed the kit on my car, first time using Ferodo pads as well. Brakes felt amazing, despite the ambient temp of 31 C, had no heat issues. I’m a rookie but with the brakes and pads managed to shove 2 seconds off my PB."

Note on the temperature: 31 C converts to 87.8 degrees F. In our book, posting a new best lap by 2 seconds, especially while surrounded by tropical heat, is certainly a win. Congrats and thanks for the feedback!