DaveD4

Just wondering if anyone has tried the Girling G60 brake caliper upgrade from Blaufergnugen. If so, how do you like them?

tia,
Dave
98 2.8qms

Žob

Not worth it IMHO

JayP

The single piston A4 calipers work just as well. Look at better pads, maybe slotted disks.

TM

IMHO, the G60 calipers are not worth it- the massive increase in unsprung weight will not be good for your handling.

Also, the G60s are old calipers- you're better off doing a brake upgrade to BIRA system 1 with modern monoblock calipers- better caliper stiffness, nice 4-piston setup, better modulation.

TM

ottobahn

...I would say it would not be worth it. The brakes arenot all that spectacular onthe G60 and it is a lighter car. But if you would like to try it, I am selling my G60 so buy the brakes and get a car.

Todd W

They may feel grabbier because the brake bias will be shifted noticeably to the front. However, overall braking power of the car would be reduced because you would not be getting as much work out of the rears.

Jimmy Pribble

G60 = model designation of Girling calipers, not VW car/motor/supercharger.

DaveD4

Thanks for the input- was looking for upgrade that keeps 16" wheels

KurtW

Bigger front rotors (U.S.-spec A8, get them slotted if you can), different mounting bracket, uses your existing A4 calipers, and therefore, existing master cylinder. Add stronger lines, good brake fluid, and some good pads (I use Hawk Carbon/Kevlar, very happy), and you have a very cost-effective upgrade. AND fits in a 16" wheel.

absolutcq20v

...dual-pistons w/ 10.9 inch rotors. The 90/91 coupe quattros have them factory installed...just some info for ya. :P