Re: Report--Call to RPI Re: Wilwood brakes

["Gary G. Erickson" <erickson@teleport.com>]

Ken Keith wrote:

> Does that mean it doesn't require a conversion to '87.5+ rear disc brakes?
> That would make a big difference, consider parts for that conversion can
> cost up to $400.

This conversion is for the front axle only.  The rear brakes are left as
is.

My personal preference is for the drum brakes in the rear.  (Without
starting a flamefest, please!)  I have been at track days were the
rear-disc GT's have problems with one of the rear wheels locking up
under cornering as it's unloaded.  With my rear drums, I have never had
this problem.

> I'm definitely interested if I can put the stuff on my drum brake rear
> axle.

Since it doesn't affect the rear in any way, I will put you down as
interested party number two.  (I'm number one in this list.  Only eight
more people to go!)

> > As an afterthought, I asked him if they would be willing to sell the
> > mounting brackets for the calipers separately.
> Interested here too.

I will post to the list if I ever get a response on this issue.  Not to
take any business away from RPI if they are going to start supporting
the Audi market, but I think I could probably source all of the parts
(except the brackets which are a custom item) for less than what RPI
wants.  But, if they're aren't willing to sell the brackets, I have no
problems buying through them.

later,

Gary