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Re: Disc brake upgrade...

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Phillip wrote:Hi jmvv,if i may ask,how much did u pay fot that kit,does it bolt on straight away,do u need to build any brackets etc,where did u buy yours, i like that setup
It is exactly the same kit as supplied by Volkspares.

It comes with the caliper bracket (2x) hub (2x) Bearings (2 sets)
The calipers and disks I bought from Goldwagen (Standard Golf 1 stuff - I chose the ventilated discs)

The adapter is a reversed 5 x 130 pcd to 4 x 100 pcd adapter. I had to space it out about 6mm to clear the caliper.

I used HT Bolts and countersunk cap screws from Acorn Fasteners to bolt everything together.

While I was at it, I replaced the front brake hoses as well.

Brake performance is massively improved with light pedal pressure.


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Re: Disc brake upgrade...

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I supply original Bosch pads, ATE or Ferodo can also be had.
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just wanna be sure here,reversable adabtor,can u fit beetle rims,and normal rims,if not ,its then easier to buy that kit and just fit,normal adaptors to it,i need to buy discs asap,to start assembly on susspension,thanx to od1 for this post helped me alot
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With the adapter fitted, I use standard VW rostyle rims.

Without the adapter, you can fit any 4x100 PCD rim (eg Citigolf, Opel Corsa etc)
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Re: Disc brake upgrade...

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thats cool,thanx guys,thats the best option for me, ill give callooker a call tomorrow and order my discs's
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Good day all.
I know this question have been asked a few times.
I want to upgrade my drums to disks.
Where do I start and is there someone that have the kit available ?
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Re: Disc brake upgrade...

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CK1 wrote: Sun Aug 09, 2020 3:15 pm Good day all.
I know this question have been asked a few times.
I want to upgrade my drums to disks.
Where do I start and is there someone that have the kit available ?
@Calooker is your go-to guy
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Thanks, will make contact
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