Can anybody give me some advice with respect to the 'standard' front brake conversion from drum to disk on a beetle
a. Can the Mk2 Golf calipers be used instead of the Mk1 Golf Calipers?
b. Want to retain my standard 5 hole rims. Is this a problem?
Mention standard conversion as I am referring to those commercially available and not having to be specially made up.
Disk Brakes Conversion
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Re: Disk Brakes Conversion
Get hold of Dave Rowley in Killarney Gardens. He makes them up in CPT. His number is in the suppliers section
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Re: Disk Brakes Conversion
I will have a look tommorrow regarding the 5 holes. But I'm pretty sure a standard rim is not going to fit. You are welcome to come and have a look at mine. I have disc's all round. By the way I am in Brackenfell which might be to far for you. Also speak to "Beam Bug" - aka "Beamish Buggies" 021 6964110.
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Re: Disk Brakes Conversion
We're currently working on a set-up for my speedster in order to keep the 5 lug bolt pattern and to do it properly, we're going to machine new hubs. Price for everything so far is about R3000-00.
Best way to do it than run stock golf hubs and then 4-5 hole adapters to run the stock wheels, as I want the front wheels to fit nicely under the fenders.
Best way to do it than run stock golf hubs and then 4-5 hole adapters to run the stock wheels, as I want the front wheels to fit nicely under the fenders.