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MarkWard
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 Posted: Sat May 08, 2021 4:24 pm Post subject: Re: Front disc brakes, what options are out there |
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We’ve fitted a couple 25mm bmw masters with residual valves front and rear. There’s a thread here where we got the idea, but are converting the front line to a banjo bolt to avoid notching the cluster. Much improved pedal and stopping.
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whafalia
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| Posted: Sat May 08, 2021 7:51 pm Post subject: Re: Front disc brakes, what options are out there |
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Hawk pads doesn't show product for early Vanagon anymore. I saw a mention that 911 pads of the era can be made to work and the aforementioned commonality of the calipers supports that. Anyone know?
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MarkWard
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| Posted: Sun May 09, 2021 5:16 am Post subject: Re: Front disc brakes, what options are out there |
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I’m running hawk 911 pads for non vented rotors on our 82. The difference is the pad thickness. I bought 2 sets on close out from tire rack. I can look for the spare set and get you the Hawk number. No modification was required.
Edit: Hawk Performance number. HB171F.720
D045A HPS
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whafalia
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| Posted: Sun May 09, 2021 9:58 am Post subject: Re: Front disc brakes: What options are out there? |
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Thank you Mark!
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Merian
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| Posted: Wed May 12, 2021 11:45 am Post subject: Re: Front disc brakes, what options are out there |
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not having braking problems they are good, im just looking at options that's all, i have rear disc converted my van now so they are good all round. |
Then I would NOT change the brakes.
Replace the rubber hoses and then replace the brake fluid every 2-3 years.
People seem obsessed with Brake Bling but often wind up with worse performance or a headache.
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