Brake And Axle Upgrade...

TonyzPony · 05-20-2002, 05:41 PM

I have an 87 GT that I am setting up for autocrossing. Currrently I have installed an 8 point cage, full length subframe connectors, K brace, Strut Brace, as well as gutting it out and installing a racing seat and harnesses. My next step is to upgrade the brake system. I want to switch from 4 lug to 5 lug wheels too. I have already been told I need to install SN95 axles. What is the best performance setup for a limited budget? Two Piston? Four Piston or more? Disc sizes? Baer is already way to expensive. I have read conflicting opinions in magazines about converting the rear from drum to disc since 80 to 90 percent of braking power comes from the front discs. I plan on racing this car in SCCA Solo I and Solo II events while still keeping it street legal.

sn95gt19 · 05-20-2002, 06:47 PM

i know that brembo sells a kit that is reasonable, you should try them, baers are a pricey

flyin 5.8 · 05-20-2002, 07:27 PM

I found this web site in MM&FF or 5.0 Mag. Lots of good info on cheep brake upgrades & 5 lug swaps. There may be something that will work for parking lot racing but open track is a little beyond this.

Hope it helps

Brian

I think the site has been updated so look around for info you can use.

http://svo73mm.cjb.net/

05-20-2002, 05:41 PM	#1
TonyzPony Registered Member Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 4	Brake And Axle Upgrade... I have an 87 GT that I am setting up for autocrossing. Currrently I have installed an 8 point cage, full length subframe connectors, K brace, Strut Brace, as well as gutting it out and installing a racing seat and harnesses. My next step is to upgrade the brake system. I want to switch from 4 lug to 5 lug wheels too. I have already been told I need to install SN95 axles. What is the best performance setup for a limited budget? Two Piston? Four Piston or more? Disc sizes? Baer is already way to expensive. I have read conflicting opinions in magazines about converting the rear from drum to disc since 80 to 90 percent of braking power comes from the front discs. I plan on racing this car in SCCA Solo I and Solo II events while still keeping it street legal.

05-20-2002, 06:47 PM	#2
sn95gt19 motors done......woohooo Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 799	i know that brembo sells a kit that is reasonable, you should try them, baers are a pricey __________________ 95gt lazer red (98 cobra clone) Rice Haters Club Member #116

05-20-2002, 07:27 PM	#3
flyin 5.8 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Holland, Michigan Posts: 73	I found this web site in MM&FF or 5.0 Mag. Lots of good info on cheep brake upgrades & 5 lug swaps. There may be something that will work for parking lot racing but open track is a little beyond this. Hope it helps Brian I think the site has been updated so look around for info you can use. http://svo73mm.cjb.net/ __________________ If girls are made of sugar and spice, how come they taste like tuna? "Nitrous is like a hot chick with an STD . . . you want to hit it, but your afraid of the consequences."

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Brake adjustment/ wheel fit	CHRIS75	Windsor Power	6	05-17-2004 04:55 AM
Rear Brake Line Removal	Kisner	Classic Mustangs	2	03-13-2002 12:31 PM
rear disc brake /c-clip eliminator	stang911	Windsor Power	2	02-19-2002 06:54 PM
brake advise	thunderbolt	Classic Mustangs	3	09-01-2001 01:34 PM
'67 Disc Brake "Control Valve"	Pat Mullins	Classic Mustangs	0	04-24-1999 03:29 PM