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Old 26-07-2006, 07:43 PM
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Default Brake options for escort cosworth under std wheels!

Hello lads,

What options (and prices do u have) do i have to fit bigger brakes under the standard escort cosworth wheels?

as i do have bigger wheels (18") but would like to use the standard wheels for track and maybe fit semi slicks to it

info much appriciated


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Old 27-07-2006, 08:16 AM
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I've got Tarox 305mm discs and six pots under my standard wheels.

You'll need about a 6mm spacer for the wheel to clear the caliper. Cost about £1100 for the kit.
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Do a search in the Escort Cosworth section for my name, has been discussed in full on there .
Old 27-07-2006, 05:22 PM
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cheers john

will have a look mike but soo much turns up when looking for brakes on pf
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I have a set of AP 315s whoich will work on a 16 inch rim
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Pete u have PM
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Originally Posted by Pete,RS Specialists
I have a set of AP 315s whoich will work on a 16 inch rim
But NOT the standard Escort Cosworth one - you need the Monte type or similar style Motorsport wheel.

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Mike, what about a spacer to clear the caliper?
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