Brake upgrade suggestions
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09/18/13 04:58 PM
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Well, I need new brakes, its time. Stockers aren't cutting it anymore. I pretty much have to stand on them to stop, I plan on bleeding them this weekend for the time being. So instad of replacing with stock replacement stuff I'm trying to research what is available out there now. This is what I have currently: Stock power brakes (master and booster replaced 10 years/maybe 10,000 miles ago) Stock disks (11in?) up front, drums out back. I just upped to 18" Mustang FR500 9" and 10" wide wheels with Nitto NT05 tires (275's and 295's). Plans are for a dependable driver with some Auto-x, maybe road course once a year. If I redo the system, I want to replace the hard lines with stainless and possibly go with braided stainless flex line. I've seen Wilwood has kits for front and back. I've seen people run Viper brakes, and I heard of possible SRT kit? Trying to decide if I want to stay with drums out back or go with disks. What is out there. What seems to be a popular choice? What to stay away from? Any input is appreciated.
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Re: Brake upgrade suggestions
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09/18/13 08:42 PM
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I'm in the same situation where I need better brakes too I have seen Mr. Angry's Daytona in person last Friday and his Viper caliper and 14" SRT8 rotor combo look awesome! I want the same kit for my car as I am getting 18's as well My problem is I keep trying to contact Dr. Diff but he never answers Anybody have the Dodge part numbers to the calipers and rotors? Thanks
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Re: Brake upgrade suggestions
[Re: RylisPro]
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09/18/13 08:53 PM
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My problem is I keep trying to contact Dr. Diff but he never answers
Sorry to ear that but he must be away or something because I have made several transaction with Cass and the communication was always top notch. One of the few that is taking the time to answer all my questions! Shipping was fast with good packaging, no bad surprise, I highly recommend!
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Re: Brake upgrade suggestions
[Re: RylisPro]
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09/18/13 08:54 PM
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I went the cheap route and put on 2006 crown vic 12"rotors and calipers on the drum spindles. 100.00 for parts from local salvage yard, 200 for adapters. Another 100 for incidentals. Tim
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Re: Brake upgrade suggestions
[Re: RylisPro]
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09/18/13 08:55 PM
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I have them and last I talked to Cass he quit making the kits because in 2 or 3 years he only sold like 3 sets partly because they needed such a unique wheel to clear. Bergmann Autocraft sells them now.
Mopar to the bone!!!
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Re: Brake upgrade suggestions
[Re: RylisPro]
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09/18/13 09:03 PM
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I'm not aware of any unanswered E-mails. If you need to contact me, use doctordiff@gmail.com Be sure to spell out doctor. DrDiff is another guy. In addition, if you use my old E-mail address, I will not receive the message. I'm currently out of 14.25"/Viper caliper brackets, but I'm having a few more made.
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Re: Brake upgrade suggestions
[Re: DoctorDiff]
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09/18/13 09:12 PM
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I kept calling your phone number but no one answered Sent you an email I know to get the Gen 3 viper calipers but which year SRT8 rotors? I am about to head to my local Dodge parts dealer now thanks
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Re: Brake upgrade suggestions
[Re: 72Swinger]
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09/18/13 11:13 PM
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I have them and last I talked to Cass he quit making the kits because in 2 or 3 years he only sold like 3 sets partly because they needed such a unique wheel to clear. Bergmann Autocraft sells them now.
Hey 72Swinger what wheels will you be using? I got the rotors, damn they are heavy & beefy! calipers are on order should get them next week
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Re: Brake upgrade suggestions
[Re: RylisPro]
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09/19/13 12:54 AM
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Mine didnt fit, I had to turn the brake kit into a 13.98" kit AND run a spacer. The offset of the SRT rotors make them very wheel un-friendly.
Mopar to the bone!!!
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Re: Brake upgrade suggestions
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09/19/13 12:34 PM
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My AMG brake upgrade required wheels with deeper mounting pads. That pushed the spokes out far enough to clear the calipers.
We are brothers and sisters doing time on the planet for better or worse. I'll take the better, if you don't mind. - Stu Harmon
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Re: Brake upgrade suggestions
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09/19/13 02:03 PM
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All good info here guys, I appreciate it . I forgot about the Dr. Diff kit. I guess I'm leaning more toward a 13" front rotor. These small factory style brakes behind 18" wheels just look inadequate in my opinion I'm running knockoff 18X9 Mustang wheels upfront with a 1" spacer, and 3/8" spacer out back for the 18X10s. Leaf springs have been relocated 3/4". Wheels fit darn near perfect right now. I'm thinking with that set up, I should be able to fit just about any common set up. I've heard about the green bearing issue, so I'm thinking staying with the factory tapered. I have some more research and reading up to do .
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Re: Brake upgrade suggestions
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09/19/13 06:58 PM
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My AMG brake upgrade required wheels with deeper mounting pads. That pushed the spokes out far enough to clear the calipers.
The shape of the spokes of course come into play...the flatter the wheel face is, the less mounting pad height you need.
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Re: Brake upgrade suggestions
[Re: DoctorDiff]
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09/20/13 12:19 AM
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I just finished a new, reasonably priced 13" Brembo style front disc brake kit that matches my 11.7" rear kit nicely. It includes all new pars and runs $1250, complete.
Hey Cass I sent you an email, I'm very interested
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