Brake kits for 15" wheels?
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Brake kits for 15" wheels?
Does anyone know of any brake kits that will fit inside of a 15" wheel? Most of the complete brake kits that I've found require at least a 17" wheel. Is there such thing as a medium brake kit?
My only other option would be to replace my pads/rotors, but I'd really like to replace the caliper, as well, if it's possible.
Post up if you know something. I'm sure I'm not the only one looking for one
My only other option would be to replace my pads/rotors, but I'd really like to replace the caliper, as well, if it's possible.
Post up if you know something. I'm sure I'm not the only one looking for one
Big brake kits are like always having an import model in your passenger seat. Sure, it makes the car look really good, but in the end it hurts performance.
That being said: if you have a true need for a BBK, go for it, but otherwise you just need pads. Start toying with pad compound before swapping around parts.
That being said: if you have a true need for a BBK, go for it, but otherwise you just need pads. Start toying with pad compound before swapping around parts.
Big brake kits are like always having an import model in your passenger seat. Sure, it makes the car look really good, but in the end it hurts performance.
That being said: if you have a true need for a BBK, go for it, but otherwise you just need pads. Start toying with pad compound before swapping around parts.
That being said: if you have a true need for a BBK, go for it, but otherwise you just need pads. Start toying with pad compound before swapping around parts.
Yes…I agree…a lot of big brakes out there are just eye candy (all show and no go), so choose carefully.
In the Type-R brakes link, there are lots of variations listed; from cheap to high performance…all that fit in a 15-inch wheel.
If they are so great, why are you selling them off?
For about twice that, you could have something really great if you install the Integra Type-R front discs. Check out this thread https://www.fitfreak.net/forums/fit-...tallation.html
For about twice that, you could have something really great if you install the Integra Type-R front discs. Check out this thread https://www.fitfreak.net/forums/fit-...tallation.html
I have an extra pair. When I ordered them I bought two from different dealers because I needed to make sure I had them for autocross on saturday.
Now I've got an extra set of pads. I think I'll just keep 'em.
Now I've got an extra set of pads. I think I'll just keep 'em.
What Project mu's won't fit
Project µ’s will not fit 15” Weds SA-70’s.
Anyone sure of what 15” wheels they will fit?
When the calipers are actually mounted, it's even worse: holes don't even come close to lineing up. I am supremely bummed that I'll be losing these wheels, but I refuse to go up to a 16". Like I said, anybody absolutely sure which 15" wheel will fit.
Anyone sure of what 15” wheels they will fit?
When the calipers are actually mounted, it's even worse: holes don't even come close to lineing up. I am supremely bummed that I'll be losing these wheels, but I refuse to go up to a 16". Like I said, anybody absolutely sure which 15" wheel will fit.
OK…here is what you need to do. Get a carpenter’s square (it looks like a big “L”). They are usually about 24” long on one leg and about 18” long on the other. Mount the brakes on the car and lay the long leg of the square over the flat face of the hub. This will take some doing because of the raised center for the centric mounting of the wheel. Putting a machined spacer would work here too. Rotate the hub with the square to find the furthest distance. Measure that distance to the center of the hub and add an eighth of an inch for clearance. Then you go shopping.
Word of advice…find the lightest wheels you can…lighter means less material – thinner sections = larger diameter. I’d start with Enkei Enkei Wheels : 2009 Race & Tuning Series
Word of advice…find the lightest wheels you can…lighter means less material – thinner sections = larger diameter. I’d start with Enkei Enkei Wheels : 2009 Race & Tuning Series
If you are to get some Enkei RPF1 wheels and some lighter tires you might be surprised to find that you don't need bigger brakes...... I did it and think that it surpassed the KWSC, I also have, as an improvement.