Brake Upgrades

[A2on18's]

Whilst the discs and pads are not particularly worn, the callipers and other components are looking tired.

Was just going to paint the calliper but now thinking if I’m keeping this is it worth a slight upgrade to the front brakes, or is it really not needed?

What have others done/recommend?


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[spike]

Some info here - https://www.a2oc.net/community/index.php?threads/front-brake-upgrade-options.43217/post-396095

Cheers Spike

 

[A2on18's]

Some info here - https://www.a2oc.net/community/index.php?threads/front-brake-upgrade-options.43217/post-396095

Cheers Spike

Thanks Spike, some really interesting reading there! Food for though


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[A2on18's]

Looking again the disks and pads are pretty much new but have corroded due to being stood

Can the disks be refinished to remove the rust or is it just easier to buy new?

Also thinking the disc guards would be better replaced, looking on eBay there seems to be a lot of different ones


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[A2Steve]

I’ve fitted Fabia VRS hubs so have a 288mm brake setup now. The braking difference is night and day. Just fit behind my alloys though.

 

[Andrew]

Looking again the disks and pads are pretty much new but have corroded due to being stood

Can the disks be refinished to remove the rust or is it just easier to buy new?

Also thinking the disc guards would be better replaced, looking on eBay there seems to be a lot of different ones


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Yes, you can have the discs skimmed but for the cost forget it, simply buy new. Jump straight to the video for light entertainment.

Brake disc skimming and service centres - Skim My Discs

The facts about brake disc skimming with a Pro-Cut On-Car Brake Lathe and help finding service centres with the right brake expertise.

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Looking at your discs that is is only light surface rust, I expect that will clean up naturally simply by using the car. If it bothers you have a look at Google "clean rust off car discs" for inspiration.

Lastly the disc splash guard is item 6 below, buy from local Audi or TPS if possible or Crewe Audi on here, about £20 each I would think. The three little securing bolts can be a right pain to remove, replace with stainless from the likes of Toolstation.

floating caliper brake; brake caliper housing; bra... Audi A2 (A2) 2003 year Audi EUROPA 615010

floating caliper brake<br/>brake caliper housing<br/>brake disc (vented) Audi A2 (A2) 2003 year Audi EUROPA 615010 spare parts

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Andy

 

[spike]

There was a Crewe Audi group buy for brake splash guards / dust shields and it was surprising how cheap they were.

https://www.a2oc.net/community/index.php?threads/crewe-audi-group-buys-discussion.34897/post-289912

That was in 2017 so it may be worth checking the latest prices - and possibly another group buy

Cheers Spike

 

[A2on18's]

There was a Crewe Audi group buy for brake splash guards / dust shields and it was surprising how cheap they were.

https://www.a2oc.net/community/index.php?threads/crewe-audi-group-buys-discussion.34897/post-289912

That was in 2017 so it may be worth checking the latest prices - and possibly another group buy

Cheers Spike

Thanks, have had a read through and found the info

Unfortunately looks like the thread is now locked so can’t comment on it, wondering if anyone has the part numbers to hand

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[herx]

Unfortunately looks like the thread is now locked so can’t comment on it, wondering if anyone has the part numbers to hand

Front brake back / splash plates replacement

A search for brake back and brake splash plates here returned nothing. So too do searches on Google and eBay. I get results for other Audi models and Golfs but nothing for Audi A2. First question, does anybody have the part numbers for front brake back plates A2 Tdi 2003? I assumed they...

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I got them a month ago from Crewe Audi for £35.00 inc vat for the lot

 

[A2on18's]

Thank you, was the front and rear? Seems a real bargain if it was!


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[herx]

Just the front, sorry didn't specify

 

[Andrew]

"wondering if anyone has the part numbers to hand"

I already gave you the part numbers at the end of post number 6 above!

Andy

 

[A2on18's]

"wondering if anyone has the part numbers to hand"

I already gave you the part numbers at the end of post number 6 above!

Andy

Thank you, had missed that when browsing between jobs on the car yesterday


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[A2on18's]

I’ve fitted Fabia VRS hubs so have a 288mm brake setup now. The braking difference is night and day. Just fit behind my alloys though.

Interesting… the standard disks do look small too

Is this the right part or is it the older VRS is should be looking for?

2011 SKODA FABIA VRS AUTO 1.4L DRIVER SIDE FRONT COMPLETE SUSPENSION LEG & HUB | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 2011 SKODA FABIA VRS AUTO 1.4L DRIVER SIDE FRONT COMPLETE SUSPENSION LEG & HUB at the best online prices at eBay! Free delivery for many products.

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[neo]

Yes, that is the right part.
If you are looking individual parts, left brake caliper should be ATE 581 or vw no. 1K0615123E

disc brake Polo/Derby/Vento-IND (PO) 2012 year Volkswagen EUROPA 615025

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track control arm, complete; wheel bearing housing... Polo/Derby/Vento-IND (PO) 2012 year Volkswagen EUROPA 407002

track control arm, complete<br/>wheel bearing housing<br/>anti-roll bar Polo/Derby/Vento-IND (PO) 2012 year Volkswagen EUROPA 407002 spare parts

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