Big Front Calipers ????

[boycey]

Hi my brakes on my T5 soon need replacing.

As the disks and pads front and rear are about shot.

I have fitted braided brake lines and changed the brake fluid.

Has anyone fitted Hi spec calipers on the front or something similar.

Im running the standard 16in t5 wheels and dont intend to change them.

Its running about 270bhp and its a saloon if that makes a difference.

Im pretty hard on my brakes as i dont hang about lol.

[p fandango]

if you want to keep the original 16's then i don't think there is anything you can do, even the later 302's brakes off a S/V/C70 won't fit under the Columba's let alone an aftermarket brake kit

[Volvostorm]

The calipers are the same on the 280mm (which you have) and the 302mm. Its a bigger surface area that makes the brakes better, not the caliper size that much.

Porsche calipers are another favourite fitment, but that all include bigger discs.

Have you tried or using uprated pads?

[boycey]

No its running all standard stuff at the mo.

I have seen on here they recommend the ds something pads.

But dunno about disks

[Volvostorm]

Ferodo DS2500 pads, yeah, they are popular, I can't comment, as I've never tried them.


http://www.europerformance.co.uk/pages/products/category_results.mhtml?category=ferododsperformanc efrontpads;car=volvo850;manufacturer=ferodo;sub_ca tegory=1

http://www.europerformance.co.uk/pages/products/category_results.mhtml?category=ferodods2500frontp ads;car=volvo850;manufacturer=ferodo;sub_category= 1


As for discs, a new set of branded discs is always a good thing :) I think in time though, you will end up with bigger brake setup, as the 280mm isn't really the best

[johnm]

The calipers are the same on the 280mm (which you have) and the 302mm. Its a bigger surface area that makes the brakes better, not the caliper size that much.

Porsche calipers are another favourite fitment, but that all include bigger discs.

Have you tried or using uprated pads?

Does that mean that t5R discs will fit using all the standard parts on the t5?

Sorry for the slight hi-jack

[Volvostorm]

Does that mean that t5r discs will fit using all the standard parts?

Yes, all you need are some 302mm caliper carriers, a pair of longer brakes hoses ( V70R) and the discs, its a bolt on swap. But, they will not in under the standard T5 alloys

[p fandango]

T-5R had 280's

[Volvostorm]

Oh yeah, forgot that, some its V70R hoses you need

Cheers Pedro

[boycey]

Cool yes thats the pads any ideas on disks ???

[Volvostorm]

Cool yes thats the pads any ideas on disks ???

Go for any well know (branded) or volvo own

[p fandango]

Go for any well know (branded) or volvo own
except EBC ;)

[Bob France]

I have the standard R discs [280] with Ferodo ds2500 pads, stops pretty well. Mine's an estate too[so will be a bit heavier I think] and also a manual.Don't forget good boots will help if you drive hard !!!!

[t5 pete]

Ive always use volvo pads and have never found any problems with them

[boycey]

Whats wrong with ebc disks ???

Mines a manual too im running Toyo Proxes T1R boots which ive found are pretty good tyre.

[kevt5]

i fitted 302mm disks yesterday but didnt fit new flexi hoses as they wernt tight at all on full lock both sides why do you need to change hoses ?
did have 280 on there fitted new carrier and that was it ?

[p fandango]

Whats wrong with ebc disks ???
i've had about 3 sets under warranty & they all had hairline cracks after a bit of use

[siamblue]

i fitted 302mm disks yesterday but didnt fit new flexi hoses as they wernt tight at all on full lock both sides why do you need to change hoses ?
did have 280 on there fitted new carrier and that was it ?

If they are secured to the strut then they will be tight if they are not secured then you can get away without buying new hoses,

Gary.

[cameron]

Missed a set of the 302 carriers on fleabay for £30 :cry:

Free postage as well :doh:

[p fandango]

Missed a set of the 302 carriers on fleabay for £30 :cry:

Free postage as well :doh:
i only paid £50 for mine from Salvo

[RollingThunder]

I think the 302 carriers are only about £30 from Rufe - and thats new...

[woody]

I think the 302 carriers are only about £30 from Rufe - and thats new...

I got my 302 kit (except hoses) from him for £197 and got £30 refunded for my old carriers. Excellent service. Fully recommend.

[JUDGENINJA]

I might have a set for sale very soon.....

[T5n00b]

Its time for my discs too, im looking at going to a 17 wheel. I want to go for a grooved dipled maybe drilled disc, primarilly cos I think they look cool. But also want to start sorting the car for some extra power down the line. I will most likely be sticking to the 280, but may be persuaded otherwise. Can anyone suggest a disc and possibly a braided hose kit?

[p fandango]

if your replacing the discs anyway why not go to 302's? I can't remember the price i paid for OEM 302 discs from GSF (German, Swedish, French) but you can get the caliper carriers for £30-50 & about the same again for braided hoses (i'm using Black Diamond) & will make alot more of a difference than using drilled/grooved 280's

you will need the 17's before you do the brakes tho if your on Columba's

[boycey]

Just purchased these from larkspeed from all the advice:

Tarox Brake Discs - F2000 Grooved Discs
Ferodo DS2500 Racing Brake Pads
Front and rear have been bought.


Sticking to the same size as im not changing the wheels keeping with the 16in Columba's.
Will post some pics when they arrive.

[Bash's 850 R]

i only paid £50 for mine from Salvo

i paid £20 for mine LOL