Thanks for the info, guys. Good basic knowledge of the systems is the way to begin and I appreciate your input.
It is good to know that the single-piston calipers will perform about as well on the street as the megabuck 4 piston sets. I can now see how gigantic rotors and calipers would help a car on a road course with constant braking from high speed.
Now, all I have to do is figure a plan. I will base everything on a beefed up suspension (T-bars, HD leafs) and 8 3/4 rear (if I can get my hands on one), not to mention stiffer front end components.
Thanks again for the help.
P.S. I hope you don't mind me asking more questions along the way.