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brakes
Posted: Sat May 17, 2008 7:05 pm
by Glover12
As you know ive got a 1 litre mk4 and want to add a little bit more stopping power to it so what i am suggesting to do is to convert the rear drums into discs,could anyone point me in the direction of any kits or what parts i need.
cheers guys
Posted: Sat May 17, 2008 9:32 pm
by Petrol_Head
A guy was telling me on ebay that you can put the mk 5 disc brakes on the mk 4.
However he told me everything that needed be to changed.. and their was quiet alot... but I def agree with you, its something worth doing.. i think i gave up a little too easily on this one.
Posted: Sat May 17, 2008 11:33 pm
by polo-sib
there is a guide on here somewhere, pretty sure its the mark 5 gti rear discs, swaps apparentlt pretty simple. Heres the guide:
http://www.tigerstyle.co.uk/poloforum/v ... hp?t=23389
Why you need extra breaking power on a 1.0 if you don't mind me asking
Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 12:03 am
by Tim_GTi
polo-sib wrote:
Why you need extra breaking power on a 1.0 if you don't mind me asking
That's what I thought
Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 8:44 am
by Glover12
i know it is a bit riduclus,im going to be learning to drive soon and really just wanted to make sure that i didnt have to worry about my braking distance being to long/slow and plus i will soon be looking to produce a little more power at some point so wanted to be safe!
thanks for the help !
Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 11:28 am
by Tim_GTi
I wouldn't turn to bigger brakes if your worried about crashing your car
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I'd go out and get some more practice on the road, so your more confident.
That would help more..
Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 11:45 am
by alexperkins
the 1.0es have more than adequate braking power. I used to drive one (well i still do till next week), and i have never had any problem with them. Just need to make sure you have plenty left on your front brakes, as the rears do bugger all anyway
You cant use Mk5 brakes as they are ABS assisted - the speed sensors wont work properly.
Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 11:54 am
by polo-sib
alexperkins wrote:You cant use Mk5 brakes as they are ABS assisted - the speed sensors wont work properly.
Wouldn't you just not link the sensors then, or am I wrong? As many of the mark 4's didn't choose to have the ABS add on. As for for brake conversion, don't think there is much point as the 1.4 and 1.0 use the same brakes, modding a 1.0 heavily will probably get you to 60BHP, meaning it would only be as powerful as a 1.4.
Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 11:56 am
by Tim_GTi
Exactly, its really not worth it
Posted: Mon May 19, 2008 9:20 pm
by JoeG07
you could just make your front ones better, get a decent set of pads and discs, but theres not really any point
Posted: Mon May 19, 2008 10:28 pm
by BIG4244
i recently upgrade my fornts from 8v, to mk5 polo gti, hubs, discs, calipers etc, much better!
Posted: Mon May 19, 2008 11:59 pm
by alexperkins
Best move is up to G60 fronts tho. GTI brakes are 256 where as normals are 225. G60 brakes are 280mm which is huge!
Posted: Tue May 20, 2008 1:07 pm
by NOZ
I'll have to agree with Alex. Theres no point in getting the rears converted for better stopage when just upgrading the fronts to G60's would cater for your need more then enough. On underpowered cars we just do it mostly just for the sake of modifying or better brakes if nackered. Like Tim said, I wouldn't be relying on better brakes if you have doubts about your driving, just get more practice in.
Posted: Tue May 20, 2008 5:26 pm
by rydale13
Just a quickie, are the Mk4 1.0 ltr brakes vented?? If not I may have summat in store for you!!
Brembo SPORT discs...
239x12 diameter discs
grooved pattern
brand new
Let me know if your interested
Posted: Tue May 20, 2008 7:05 pm
by polo-sib
rydale13 wrote:Just a quickie, are the Mk4 1.0 ltr brakes vented?? If not I may have summat in store for you!!
Aye, they are vented.