We first showed you the Rotora big brake kit that we planned to use on the NSX back in our March '07 issue. Not that we were trying to lag, but the car underwent some major body upgrades at PJ Bonifacio's body shop with a Down Force kit. To make up for it, we've used an after picture of the car as a little teaser before we give you a full update on the body mods.
As for the big brake upgrade, they are a must-have, whether it's to dodge insane drivers on the L.A. streets, or if yours truly ever makes it out to the track. What many people don't realize is that big brakes are for more than just looks and clamping pressure. The rotor design helps cool down the braking system so they don't fade when you need them the most. If you've ever raced on a track with stock brakes for a couple laps, you'll know what we're talking about. The Rotora four-piston kit that we've used here addresses all of the necessary concerns when it comes to hardcore braking. Now, all we have to do is learn how to drive.
Break it down Cost $1,995 Hot Race version brake kit that can be driven on the street without loud squealing. Not Trying to fit a jack under a lowered NSX Skills Beginner Judgment We jock the new power blue caliper color and the car stops significantly better. The price is affordable for a big brake kit too.
 1. The Rotora big brake upgrade...  1. The Rotora big brake upgrade includes: four-piston calipers, slotted and cross-drilled two-piece rotors, brackets, mounting hardware, stainless steel lines, and speed bleeders. |  2. Yeah, stock NSX brakes...  2. Yeah, stock NSX brakes might be cool for other cars, but we're not down with them. Especially after we put on bigger wheels. |  3. Put the car on jack stands...  3. Put the car on jack stands and then remove the front wheels. Loosen the two 17mm bolts from the brake caliper bracket. |
 4. Pry the caliper off and...  4. Pry the caliper off and zip tie it to the side, out of the way. |  5. Use an impact screwdriver...  5. Use an impact screwdriver to remove the the rotor screws. Don't try to do it by hand because you'll probably strip them. |  6. You probably won't be able...  6. You probably won't be able to pop out the rotor that easily, so put a 12mm bolt into the threaded hole and tighten it until the rotor comes off. |
 7. Some big brake kits require...  7. Some big brake kits require you to cut off the dust shield. Fortunately, the Rotora one does not, which is nice because we were feeling lazy anyway. |  8. Next to the stock unit,...  8. Next to the stock unit, you can see why the Rotora brake rotor cools so much better. Not only is it massive, but there are cross-drilled holes and directional slots to help dissipate heat. Also, the vanes assist in pulling hot air from the brake system. |  9. The Rotora four-piston...  9. The Rotora four-piston caliper is much bigger than the stock one and provides plenty of clamping force without having to upgrade the master cylinder. |
 10. Clean off the new rotor...  10. Clean off the new rotor with some brake cleaner and slide it into place. |  11. Use the impact driver...  11. Use the impact driver again and fasten the rotor into place. |  12. Line up the new caliper...  12. Line up the new caliper over the rotor. Since the pads are already inside, match up the bracket in the back. |