GolfGTIforum.co.uk

Model specific boards => Golf mk3 => Topic started by: Povey on 27 November 2011, 19:31

Title: 1.8 8v brakes
Post by: Povey on 27 November 2011, 19:31

I have a 1.8 8v not the most exciting of engines to be fair, but Its time to replace the discs and pads, my question is this,

The discs on it are solid, iv just brought vented discs, will they fit the calipers no problem? They are the same diameter as the solid discs maybe bit wider? 

Title: Re: 1.8 8v brakes
Post by: boneybradley on 27 November 2011, 19:35

256mm? My old 1.8 had mk2 vented discs and used the slimmer mk2 pads on the o.e caliper

Title: Re: 1.8 8v brakes
Post by: Povey on 27 November 2011, 20:41

That's the size iv got, they are mk2 gti discs, so you think I should get mk2 gti pads?

Title: Re: 1.8 8v brakes
Post by: Povey on 27 November 2011, 20:52

My mates just told me I need new hubs because Carrier is not wide enough for vented discs? I'm confused.com

Title: Re: 1.8 8v brakes
Post by: boneybradley on 27 November 2011, 21:54

same hubs on the mk 2 and 3,  I believe you need the mk2 carrier but it's all bolt on

Title: Re: 1.8 8v brakes
Post by: LowlifeDubber on 28 November 2011, 08:08

Check the build thread in my sig,i think it is on page 2 or 3(same car as yours)The 1.8 had 3 different brake setups.If it is the same type as mine was then the hub and caliper carrier are one.There are pics and stuff so you should be able to see what i have done but if you want any info feel free to pm me. :smiley:

Title: Re: 1.8 8v brakes
Post by: Povey on 28 November 2011, 11:14

Wicke thanks people I will have a look and a play around