Better brake options for an R

[Flatout Phil]

Would like an AP conversion but a lot of money for a road use car. There have been some erudite postings on the topic in the past, but I notice partsforvolvos supply a couple of kits, and I am aware that there may be other options too. Would like more rapid pull up, and no fade, but would prefer to keep the budget reasonable. Any thoughts welcomed.

[sen]

On my previous t5 i fitted ebc cross drilled discs with mintex race pads and replaced the fluild for dot5 it made a huge difference i took it on a track day with some serious hard braking and had no issues with it mate. Just a thought

[walter leever]

Would like an AP conversion but a lot of money for a road use car. There have been some erudite postings on the topic in the past, but I notice partsforvolvos supply a couple of kits, and I am aware that there may be other options too. Would like more rapid pull up, and no fade, but would prefer to keep the budget reasonable. Any thoughts welcomed.

Have a look on www.europeantuning.com for other options.

And then press "remmen" wich is brakes in dutch.

cheers,walter

[Wombatbomb]

Stuff like EBC is little or no better than genuine Volvo. If you're serious about improving your brakes without going to a BBK then have a look at Carbotech or Dixcell for the pads, cost about £160 a set for the front. Fluidwise, Motul RBF600 or ATE Super blue, £20-£40. Also, swap the brake hoses to braided lines, about £50.

[irf]

Stuff like EBC is little or no better than genuine Volvo. If you're serious about improving your brakes without going to a BBK then have a look at Carbotech or Dixcell for the pads, cost about £160 a set for the front. Fluidwise, Motul RBF600 or ATE Super blue, £20-£40. Also, swap the brake hoses to braided lines, about £50.

+1

btw one L in dixcel (used to get it wrong myself)