ScoobLou

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Is it worth getting the above fitted to the front if you only have standard discs? Will they make much of a difference? Been offered some for free so want to know if its worth getting them fitted.

James Neill

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I've got some but they came with my Brembos - so can't tell what difference they actually make. However, I did here that you need to put them on all 4 wheels otherwise the rear brake lines carry on "expanding" so you don't get the full benefit. Not sure if this is true though???

dazc

I would put them on, esp if they are free. You may notice a slightly firmer pedal, but it will be marginal to say the least.
Daz

Jonty

To echo another reply, you ideally want to fit the hoses all round... else you won't see the real benefit.

Whether you have standard or uprated discs though is irrelevant -- braided hoses are a popular upgrade as high quality hoses reinforced with stainless steel overbraid are less likely to expand or burst under braking, even in extreme conditions. Another plus is the increased firmness of the brake pedal, giving a much more positive braking feel to the driver.

Hope this helps.

Jonts.

ScoobLou

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Cheers for the replies, just been told its the full set so will get them fitted

Jonty

Excellent. Perhaps a good excuse to also flush out the old brake fluid and replace with some DOT5.1 or DOT 5 (bit more expensive though.)

Jonts.

ScoobLou

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Good plan

LegacySTi

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Yes you'll have a better brake pedal feel