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914 brake upgrade options |
75porsche914 |
Jul 21 2014, 07:57 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 40 Joined: 2-June 13 From: santa monica Member No.: 15,945 Region Association: None |
Hi, would love some recommendations regarding upgrading my brakes w/o braking the bank so to speak.
I recently upgraded to a 911 master brake pump or is it know as a cylinder and stainless steel brake lines. Changes my brake fluid reservoir to a new OEM Porsche one so the front trunks looks nice and new. So before I go rebuilding and making my current calipers all nice and shiny, what other options do I have to improve my braking performance? Can I go 911 brake calipers w/o having to change my whole front suspension to 911 suspension? I appreciate everyone's advice. I will post pictures soon, my car has been a two year journey and quite a story to get her where she is today. Many ups and downs, and almost 100% restored, bigger bored 2.0 now 2.4, new interior, paint, konis, springs, stereo, the works... Originally 52,000 now 55,000 mile original car. 75 2.0 now with back dated bumpers and many other items, so I call it Zambezi green , although a 75 was known as Forrest green. Finally proud to drive her around town. Been a hobby, passion, obsession and many reasons for past arguments regarding my income investments. Thanks for your recommendations. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) |
GeorgeRud |
Jul 22 2014, 01:59 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,725 Joined: 27-July 05 From: Chicagoland Member No.: 4,482 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
I think the best thing you can do for your brakes is simply keep them well bled and change the fluid regularly. Unless you want to spend a lot of money, use Porsche's engineering expertise when they first designed the system.
As one that has had a braided brake line fail on him (thankfully not on the track in an emergency situation), I am a firm believer in the original DOT lines. I think most of the sponginess in the brake system feel is due to air in the system (they can be a real bear to bleed properly), and perhaps also some flexing of the brake master cylinder mounting sheet metal. I hardly agree that a call to Eric at PMB will lead you on the right path. Dave's comments on the tires stopping the car is also very wise advice. |
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