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Old 07-12-2016, 10:58 AM
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Hi could anyone tell me if it's an easy job to put mk6 rs2000 brakes on my escort 1.8d yr2000 van
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Old 07-12-2016, 08:38 PM
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I would not bother for the 20mm tbh but yes its very easy to do
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Thanks for your response , was thinking of putting in an rs2000 engine and just thought I would upgrade brakes
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If you're going to do a brake upgrade I'd go for focus st170 which have 300mm discs. Very easy to fit too.
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Will I need the cal opera and discs , thanks
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Yes you'll need calipers and discs.
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Will they just bolt on ??
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I think the only mod involved is a 3mm spacer between the caliper and hub carrier. I'm sure there's a fitting guide on here or somewhere on the interweb.
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