Brake Question

[B19DRG]

HI all, just a quick question if I may , I have sourced some T32 larger callipers so I can go 340mm disc up front from the smaller set up , but was wondering if I need to get different brake hoses ? have done a little search and some say I do and some don't , just want to get all the gear lined up ready to fit and from what I see there are 2 types available all down to length ?

Thanks for you help on this

 

[Dellmassive]

@BognorMotors
@The Van Cave
@Dav-Tec

These trade guys may offer some advice.?

 

[phazer]

You're right, there are two lengths listed, not sure why IIRC there's no info on the VW parts listing either.

Anyway, standard length hoses are fine when moving to the larger calipers on the T5.1 and T6 using that version of 340mm. Can't comment on the smaller T6.1 340mm caliper.

 

[The Van Cave]

No need to change the lines when changing to the 340mm front Calipers. Using the existing lines will be fine. I think the issue is more about how they are secured to the front suspension strut and therefore the slight variance in routing they take between van variants. The T32 strut secures the brake line slightly differently when compared to the T30 and T28, so the lines would be different, but as you aren't changing the suspensions struts there's no need to worry.

 

[B19DRG]

thanks all , callipers are back from Refurb and looking absolutely amazing .... next shop to visit is @Nutexa Frictions for discs and pads all round !

 

[The Flying Scotsman]

thanks all , callipers are back from Refurb and looking absolutely amazing .... next shop to visit is @Nutexa Frictions for discs and pads all round !

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Look awful similar to mine.
I can’t wait to fit them
I’m also fitting Nutexa grooved and dimpled discs and Nutexa pads front and rear.

 

[The Flying Scotsman]

thanks all , callipers are back from Refurb and looking absolutely amazing .... next shop to visit is @Nutexa Frictions for discs and pads all round !

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Remember and clean all the paint off where the brake pad lugs sit so they don’t jamb

 

[B19DRG]

Remember and clean all the paint off where the brake pad lugs sit so they don’t jamb

didn't know I had to do that ??

 

[B19DRG]

Remember and clean all the paint off where the brake pad lugs sit so they don’t jamb

not sure where you mean ?

 

[Pauly]

The part of the brakes that the 'ears' of the brake pads fit into

 

[JumpShip]

thanks all , callipers are back from Refurb and looking absolutely amazing ....

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Is that porsche acid green ?

 

[The Flying Scotsman]

not sure where you mean ?

This bit here both sides

 

[B19DRG]

Is that porsche acid green ?

yes it is , looks mega in the flesh !

 

[B19DRG]

This bit here both sides
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is this just on the carrier or the calliper , I'm worried now as the refurb people didn't mention this and I don't want a jam !

 

[Pauly]

I don’t think you have to go mad and scratch it bare just make sure there’s no build up of excess paint and that the pad is able to move freely in the gap

 

[64 SPLIT]

Where did you get the calipers refurbed? They look great! Wouldn't mind having mine done.
I retrofitted the larger 340 calipers and discs on my old T5.1 - swapped the brake hoses for braided stainless versions with the brakes having to be bled anyway, seemed like the best opportunity.

 

[The Flying Scotsman]

Where did you get the calipers refurbed? They look great! Wouldn't mind having mine done.
I retrofitted the larger 340 calipers and discs on my old T5.1 - swapped the brake hoses for braided stainless versions with the brakes having to be bled anyway, seemed like the best opportunity.

I did mine myself

 

[The Flying Scotsman]

is this just on the carrier or the calliper , I'm worried now as the refurb people didn't mention this and I don't want a jam !

It’s just the carrier. Where the pads lugs sit. You want the pads to be able to slide in the carrier.

 

[Steved55]

Also clean up mating faces - caliper to carrier and carrier to strut

 

[B19DRG]

Where did you get the calipers refurbed? They look great! Wouldn't mind having mine done.
I retrofitted the larger 340 calipers and discs on my old T5.1 - swapped the brake hoses for braided stainless versions with the brakes having to be bled anyway, seemed like the best opportunity.

I had them done by BCR Brake Caliper Refurbs – Specialist brake caliper refurbishment, caliper painting, caliper servicing, brake caliper painting, brake caliper repair they did a really great job and not silly money , they fitted all new pistons and bleed nipples , they literally like new !

I might get myself some nice braided lines also !