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Re: SW20 Big brake kits, 3 options to suit everyone 2015/02/06 22:24:56 (permalink)
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Re: SW20 Big brake kits, 3 options to suit everyone 2015/02/07 00:04:23 (permalink)
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Pm'd. :-)
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Re: SW20 Big brake kits, 3 options to suit everyone 2015/02/07 10:24:42 (permalink)
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Just confirmed the gtr wheels don't clear the rear upgrade. New wheels time...
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Re: SW20 Big brake kits, 3 options to suit everyone 2015/02/08 02:24:19 (permalink)
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Good information once again, was always going to be iffy with the 323mm sizing. Where was the contact being made?
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Re: SW20 Big brake kits, 3 options to suit everyone 2015/02/08 08:24:55 (permalink)
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It makes contact with the barrel and the top of the caliper :/
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Re: SW20 Big brake kits, 3 options to suit everyone 2015/02/08 10:09:37 (permalink)
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Looks like the RX7 setup for the rear being slightly smaller disc is the only option for 16's then.
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Re: SW20 Big brake kits, 3 options to suit everyone 2015/02/08 12:55:45 (permalink)
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What needs to be done to make using these kits road legal?
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Re: SW20 Big brake kits, 3 options to suit everyone 2015/02/08 13:04:11 (permalink)
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You would need an engineer's certificate to be properly legal. I think all these kits should be acceptable to an engineer.

There is an extensive build thread for my car here: http://www.mr2australia.com/mr2play/tm.aspx?m=18316
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Re: SW20 Big brake kits, 3 options to suit everyone 2015/02/08 14:13:33 (permalink)
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Correct, thanks Rob.

I did consult an engineer when i first shifted to the version 2 bracketry.

His response was perfectly engineerable (especially as using stock callipers from a standard road vehicle and not aftermarket items that do not use dust boots and the like), but you would engineer car by car, not the "kit"

It is always a good idea to consult the engineer doing your sign off though.
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Re: SW20 Big brake kits, 3 options to suit everyone 2015/02/08 15:47:00 (permalink)
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I asked an engineer local to me what would be required of me to have the brakes engineered.

I was told I would have to hire a race track for a minimum of one hour where a qualified/semi pro racing driver would have to take the car up to 160km/h and test the brakes multiple time to check that they will not fade/fall apart. bit of a joke really.

After hearing that the minimum cost for this would be close to $4k, I've decided to consult with another engineer
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Re: SW20 Big brake kits, 3 options to suit everyone 2015/02/08 20:56:50 (permalink)
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He mustn't be too hard up for work...
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Re: SW20 Big brake kits, 3 options to suit everyone 2015/02/08 23:39:59 (permalink)
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Now THAT is excessive. Even after performing an engine swap on another vehicle i own brake tests conducted were normal performance stops, not silly things like the above.
 
 
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Re: SW20 Big brake kits, 3 options to suit everyone 2015/02/11 17:48:40 (permalink)
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Re: SW20 Big brake kits, 3 options to suit everyone 2015/02/18 19:53:18 (permalink)
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All orders shipped
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Re: SW20 Big brake kits, 3 options to suit everyone 2015/04/06 11:01:50 (permalink)
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