I need Brakes!!

[trackep]

Right, i'm sorry for another brake thread but just after some opinions please. Don't really want to break the bank. I would really like a 2piece disc setup but that is going to be upwards of 1k at least, unless a nice bargain comes up. I have an ED30 so i am thinking of changing to a set of 1.2s so i have more scope for different calipers and i really think they suit the mk5 aswell.

So....R32/S3 is out as they are just too heavy.

It's going to between MK7R setup or Brembo 18Z i think. Are the 340mm discs that are used on the mk7 setup the same people use with TTRS caliper?? If so then that setup could be a choice as well.

I'm really wanting to keep the weight as close to the standard setup as possible. I'm presuming 1.2s are lighter than Pescaras? I do prefer the look of the 18Z setup but the disc option isn't really a straight fit. Also is the TTS 340mm quite a bit lighter then ML350 (i think) disc?

Sorry if i've rambled on a bit. Basically i'm asking, if you're not going the whole hog 2piece setup 1k+ then what is the next best setup haha?

Thanks in advance Adam

[AJP]

Have a read of this mate, it's got lots of good info about disc and caliper weights, fitment etc for the mk7 R setup:

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=108106.msg1046983.msg#1046983

I've just updated the thread - I got mine fitted yesterday. If you're tracking the car I'd say the TTRS caliper with 340mm disc setup would be preferable, but unless you can find some second hand you're probably looking at 1k at least.

That thread should arm you with a bit of extra knowledge anyway.

[MC71]

Look in the section marked Mods at the top of the page for ideas.

For £1k look at the Brembo 4 pot NQSBBK.....more than enough. Then Mk7 set up, After that you're into 18z (pretty sure Killer brakes do a fitting kit for those) then TTRS set up with either solid discs or 2 piece....check out AKS website for those or look through Vagbremtechnic website (of which Alex at AKS is a distributor).

Concider swapping out the rear calipers for S3 with s3 rear vented discs too....better all round balance then......or the caddy rear calipers, rich83 has these....he did a review somewhere on here.

[RetroRaz]

I put the tts 340mm discs on mine, noticeable difference in the steering compared to when I had r32 345mm discs

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[trackep]

Cheers for the info. What calipers are you running @RetroRaz ?

[RetroRaz]

Cheers for the info. What calipers are you running @RetroRaz ?

r32 calipers

[rich83]

I put the tts 340mm discs on mine, noticeable difference in the steering compared to when I had r32 345mm discs

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2kg per disc less than the 345mm. Quite a saving

[TAPPY]

I put the tts 340mm discs on mine, noticeable difference in the steering compared to when I had r32 345mm discs

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2kg per disc less than the 345mm. Quite a saving

So when you use the tts discs do you use the r32/s3 pads or do you use tts pads. Maybe a sill question but I'm not sure and I'm going to be changing discs and pads soonish

[AJP]

I put the tts 340mm discs on mine, noticeable difference in the steering compared to when I had r32 345mm discs

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2kg per disc less than the 345mm. Quite a saving

So when you use the tts discs do you use the r32/s3 pads or do you use tts pads. Maybe a sill question but I'm not sure and I'm going to be changing discs and pads soonish

Use the same R32/S3 pads. They cover the whole disc with 340s so you also avoid any lip forming once the discs are worn.

[rich83]

Get the right pad for your caliper... there is a slight difference in pad between the R32 and the S3 version.

[TAPPY]

I put the tts 340mm discs on mine, noticeable difference in the steering compared to when I had r32 345mm discs

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2kg per disc less than the 345mm. Quite a saving

So when you use the tts discs do you use the r32/s3 pads or do you use tts pads. Maybe a sill question but I'm not sure and I'm going to be changing discs and pads soonish

Use the same R32/S3 pads. They cover the whole disc with 340s so you also avoid any lip forming once the discs are worn.

Thank you. That would be better having no lip on there 

Yeah I will double check it before I buy thank you
Get the right pad for your caliper... there is a slight difference in pad between the R32 and the S3 version.

[Wolf Burger]

In the next couple of weeks I may be selling this kit.

Refurbed Brembo 18Z calipers. New seals etc. All pressure tested. Stenciled logos not decals.
Full fitting kit.
EBC Ultimax 350mm Merc discs.
Yellowstuff pads.

All brand new, never fitted.
Receipts for all items.

[munster]

In the next couple of weeks I may be selling this kit.

Refurbed Brembo 18Z calipers. New seals etc. All pressure tested. Stenciled logos not decals.
Full fitting kit.
EBC Ultimax 350mm Merc discs.
Yellowstuff pads.

All brand new, never fitted.
Receipts for all items.

Please link me in if with price if OP doesnt want these, cant pm yet as not enough posts
cheers
Wayne

[munster]

For £600 you can get 4 pot toureg brembos, lines, 330mm merc discs, pads, spigot rings and bolts.

Let me know if you want the link to the ebay seller as I have this kit and very impressed.

Yes please fella, pop the link up somewhere and I will have a look

[Lewo]

That seems like a good deal. Is it just a simple bolt straight on kit or do you need anything else apart from fluid?