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Replacement Edition 30 Brake discs and pads

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galaxie500:
Hi Gents

My Edition 30's brakes are definitely coming to the end of their life and wondering what to do - upgrade to an S3/R32 larger disc combo or perhaps (for now) an uprated front disc and performance pads kit? Does anyone know the best alternative to OEM discs? I understand the S3/R32 discs and calipers are quite a lot heavier than standard so perhaps negates the added efficiency of the bigger discs.....My car is standard in all respects at the moment but I'm considering a REVO remap in the future.

Can someone tell me if the weight difference is noticeable when driving?

Many thanks

galaxie500

RS6BRIT:
The benefits of the S3 brakes VASTLY out weighs the drawbacks of there weight. They add IMO added feel to the steering aswell as much improved braking. That said i chopped mine in for Forge 8 pots with 356mm 2 piece discs so what do i know  :laugh:

rich83:
Paul... they are loads heavily and it probably makes the front end a fraction crashy, but worth it for the stopping power.

I would suggest buying some OEM 312mm brake discs and some Ferodo DS2500 brake pads.

galaxie500:
Cheers Rich + RS6BRIT

You said the same when I saw you Rich - my memory is fading fast!

I'll order them up from TPS which is near me in Croydon....do you have the disc part numbers by chance?

PR

sub39h:
You could buy the NQSBBK from DaveB

Stopping power of the R32 with the weight of the GTI brakes  :smiley:

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