ZX front brakes

timbo2410 · Post by **timbo2410** » 28 Sep 2010, 15:02

Also while I think about it. The front pads and discs are nearly ready for a change. Is there a better "BOLT ON" product than the standard 1.9 Reflex brakes? I'm running the stock wheels as well (13 inch) ... I don't want to make any modifications other than to just bolt on if you get my point

Chlorate · Post by **Chlorate** » 28 Sep 2010, 17:39

EBC offer some interesting upgrades on discs and pads.
http://www.ebcbrakesdirect.com

I'm using greenstuff pads with stock discs, they tend to squeal a little bit until you warm them up but they really do the trick.

timbo2410 · Post by **timbo2410** » 28 Sep 2010, 17:47

I was thinking of a larger diameter disc, but then I remembered I had new calipres about 5000 miles ago ... bugger ....

evilally · Post by **evilally** » 29 Sep 2010, 00:39

As suggested, I would try better pads first of all, and give the brakes a good cleanup and fresh fluid. I have greenstuffs on my 405, I would say a reasonable upgrade over standard (although mine have never squeeled?). I've got Ferrodo DS2500's on my Clio, and they are awesome

I suspect with a 13" wheel your options will be limited anyway, and bigger calipers won't always give you better performance if you're using the same master cylinder.

timbo2410 · Post by **timbo2410** » 29 Sep 2010, 08:59

I think I'll give that a go then, I kinda wish I hadn't just put on new tyres and calipers and I could have gone up to a 14 inch tyre, Volcane rims and probably a Volcane disc as well.