Using Genesis Brembo

Matthyahuw said:

I did find the original thread...still not much info in there however...
@360glitch mentioned shims. did you need shims @AsianGuy98 @CanadiaegeanBlue ?

re: https://www.civicx.com/threads/hyundai-genesis-calipers.32907/

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I haven't used any additional shims, but since I haven't completed the install I am not sure if I need to. @cone_klr can also chime in as he is running this setup.

I've had a few conversations with Eric at Slickfab Performance, and I would recommend purchasing from him if you want a freshly rebuilt ready to go setup: http://slickfabllc-com.3dcartstores.com/Brembo-Big-Brake-Upgrades_p_28.html

- Humza

Matthyahuw said:

Also, @AsianGuy98 I see you have just slotted rotors, I prefer those over drilled.
What brand/part number are those please?

Thanks again, I know it's not just me jonesing to save a $1000 on a DIY kit

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I did not have to use shims and I got my rotors from r1concepts.

AsianGuy98 said:

I did not have to use shims and I got my rotors from r1concepts.

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Here's the page for the curious:
https://www.r1concepts.com/detail_c...s_fbs7_passangerfbe+Front+OEM_Rotor+silver+++
Plenty of options there.

Thanks again @AsianGuy98 !

CanadiaegeanBlue said:

I've had a few conversations with Eric at Slickfab Performance, and I would recommend purchasing from him if you want a freshly rebuilt ready to go setup: http://slickfabllc-com.3dcartstores.com/Brembo-Big-Brake-Upgrades_p_28.html

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That's a decent price on rebuilt, vs buying on eBay @ about $400 used and you have no clue what they need.

Thanks again again!

Under 700 for a BBK set is awesome!

Update(not Hyundai brakes but I'm going this route so I figured I'd share where I'm at so far.
I found Cardone remanufactured brembos for the TLS. 1 month out on shipping for these so... I lack Patience actually had to Google the word... but I'll wait for the money saved.

1. Calipers R/L no paint/powder coating
2. S2000 centric c-tek rotors
3. TLS pads centric ceramic
4. 14mm Bolts
5. 20mm spacers
6. Paint, clear coat, brembo stickers
Current total cost shipped is somewhere just under $375

Update: need step up drill bit to go 12 to 14mm still

Donk232 said:

Update(not Hyundai brakes but I'm going this route so I figured I'd share where I'm at so far.
I found Cardone remanufactured brembos for the TLS. 1 month out on shipping for these so... I lack Patience actually had to Google the word... but I'll wait for the money saved.

1. Calipers R/L no paint/powder coating
2. S2000 centric c-tek rotors
3. TLS pads centric ceramic
4. 14mm Bolts
5. 20mm spacers
6. Paint, clear coat, brembo stickers
Current total cost shipped is somewhere just under $375

Update: need step up drill bit to go 12 to 14mm still

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That's cool, sounds like the older way to do it (see vid) as the S2000 rotors are smaller.
You'll still have better-than-stock performance however.

CanadiaegeanBlue said:

I am attempting this setup right now with my Konig Freeform 18x8.5 ET35 wheels The following pictures are with a 5mm universal spacer. For reference, the same wheels in 18x9.5 ET35 almost have an inch of clearance without requiring spacers. Rotors are spec for the Nissan Rogue with 3rd row seats - any year should work, just check they are 320x28. Genesis Coupe 340mm rotors will not fit because they are too tall.

Konig recommends at least 3.5mm of clearance to be safe, and unfortunately I didn't measure that in the first dry test fit so I will have to try again. We took off the stock caliper and set it to the side without removing the brake line, and installed this one onto the bracket without any modification/custom brackets. The dust shield has to be slightly trimmed for them to not sit between the caliper and the rotor.

If I was to go with the minimum 5mm spacer as shown, it would be the H&R 1065640 as it's hub-centric and 5x114.3. However, I'm thinking I may need to go custom and get a 6 or 7mm for peace of mind. Since I can't find any options, I would tremendously appreciate any help in finding those sizes, OR does anyone have experience with custom spacers and reputable brands?

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Hi, sorry for bringing up an old thread. But I have been doing a bit more research. Now we know that the Hyundai Genesis Brembo's are a direct fit. Who is to say that this caliper could also be a direct fit to our vehicles. Obviously you would need to trim more of your backing plate and you would also need to either run wheel spacers or a new wheel set-up. I haven't looked at the numbers of rotor specs. etc. I would say it could be an alternative for those chasing to acquire the 6 piston brembo's on the Type R which has a 5x120 Knuckle configuration and this kit is intended for 5x114.3.


TL : DR 6 piston brembo direct bolt-on for the civic and other similar platforms.

I currently have konig hypergram 18x8.5 et 45. What MM spacers would I need to clear these calipers?

I ran them on my Si. Didn't have any fitment issues But I was running RPF1's and the upgraded rotors. As for the heat shield, bend it a little bit backwards. Just a tad, and all is good. Shoot Slickfab an email. there is a way to measure your current wheels to see if you'll need spacers or not and he'll be able to answer that better than I can since he specializes in this particular mod. http://slickfabllc-com.3dcartstores.com/Brembo-Big-Brake-Upgrades_p_28.html

Also, here's some helpful info if you do the upgrade and need brake pads

Fellas, update time! I knew the BBS RG406 (aka Mitsubishi Evo X wheels) I had for this year would clear, but wasn't ready for how much clearance I am delighted to report back on !

As a spot of context, here are my last year's wheels, Konig Freeform 18x8.5 ET35 with a 5mm spacer to clear the Brembo calipers, which makes them ET30. That's 2mm of clearance from the lowest point on the Brembos, after gaining 5 from the spacer - without they didn't clear.


Here are my new-to-me BBS, 18x8.5 ET38 wheels. The offset is 8mm higher, yet I have nearly 11mm (0.43in) of clearance from the lowest point on the Caliper! The reason for this is because I chose a wheel that starts off with a Convex spoke profile vs. the slight Concave of the Konig Freeform.



The BBS being of convex profile has a longer wheel mounting surface, and that pushes out the spokes helping clear the caliper the way they have.



There was enough space for me to slide my hand easily between the spokes and the face of the calipers!



Clearing the barrel has never been an issue with 18" wheels, but here's me with hands resting on top of the calipers, and still have wiggle room



My advice is that if you are looking at the Genesis BBK, look for Convex or Flat wheels. For any concave wheel you have to go to a 9.5 with a low offset, which still may not clear but it sure will poke, and very likely rub your fenders when you hit a bump.

Wheels on the car

Anyone done this swap and still run stock wheels with spacers? Wondering how the poke is with 20MM spacers.

I’m curious if the braking performance is better with the Brembos from the Genesis on the Civic over the stock setup ?

I know that sounds like a stupid question ,however having been an owner of a 2016 Genesis Coupe Ultimate, which had the Brembo setup ,yes they looked great , but I was never impressed with the brakes on this car, they were average at best . That was one of the performance aspects of the car that was a let down .

As far as braking power goes , my 20 hatch ST is superior to the Genesis .