better brakes
#2
You can use the calipers, but different rotors and special carriers. In the end, it still cost as much as another BBK. I have a set of Wilwoods which run about $900. Plain face 2 piece rotors with 4 piston calipers. Far lighter than stock, no brake fade, and stop far better. Replacement pads are pretty cheap at $60 with race pads available also. Only place i know that sells the plain face is hotrodusa.com. Same kit as for the VW's
#4
@cincy,
thanks i did see that big break kit fo $750. its just the front, everything i read said if you change the rears you need to change the master cylinders. i was reading on a gti forum that the wilwool is not much better is that true? i am sure if i search the junk yards i can find some 996 calipers but what would i need for that conversion?
thanks i did see that big break kit fo $750. its just the front, everything i read said if you change the rears you need to change the master cylinders. i was reading on a gti forum that the wilwool is not much better is that true? i am sure if i search the junk yards i can find some 996 calipers but what would i need for that conversion?
#6
@cincy,
thanks i did see that big break kit fo $750. its just the front, everything i read said if you change the rears you need to change the master cylinders. i was reading on a gti forum that the wilwool is not much better is that true? i am sure if i search the junk yards i can find some 996 calipers but what would i need for that conversion?
thanks i did see that big break kit fo $750. its just the front, everything i read said if you change the rears you need to change the master cylinders. i was reading on a gti forum that the wilwool is not much better is that true? i am sure if i search the junk yards i can find some 996 calipers but what would i need for that conversion?
The rears and everything else doesnt need touched. I just have stock rotors and decent pads back there. I have had mine on the car for about 4 years now and I dont think you need more for a street car and i push my car rather hard everyday.
#8
The kit comes with everything but the lines. You do need to pick them up and i know jegs and other places sell them.
If you do go this route and want to sell me your stock carriers for cheap, let me know. I just picked up an A4 and it needs better braking also.
If you do go this route and want to sell me your stock carriers for cheap, let me know. I just picked up an A4 and it needs better braking also.