Let’s talk about brakes

[sxy_stang]

Now that I have much more hp in my cobra, the next logical thing to do to my car is better braking. What are you guys using for brakes? I’m possibly considering a big brake kit for the front.

[newbiestangowner]

I’m going wth this
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180813/5ab57085f1995313296066593793b881.png

This is the 4 piston
There is a 6 piston which does the rear as well


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[newbiestangowner]

Here’s the 6 piston 15 inch

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180813/79cfc443fd7adce0c4ef1b2715061c78.png


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[ZR]

Substantial increase in braking power going to Cobra R kit on the front plus more aggressive pads all round. If your wheels will allow, even more gains with 6 piston calipers and larger rotors.

[Scrape]

Perhaps this kit works Ryan?
https://smhttp-ssl-31006.nexcesscdn.net/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/1/e/1e4.6001a_1.jpg
https://www.lethalperformance.com/brembo-96-04-mustang-gran-turismo-330mm-brake-kit-drilled-rotors.html

[trickflow-jay]

damn those lqqk real heavy....i will probably go Baer unless someone has a cobra kit for sale.

[Hutch]

Cobra R kit is best bang for the buck on good brakes IMO. Sometimes you can find them used. Upgrade to braided lines while your at it. ALWAYS need good brakes. I had them on the fox and it was amazing how heavy I could get on them and slow down quick. Best upgrade out of anything I did.

[ZR]

Running Cobra R on mine as well, epic upgrade.

[Slick_89_Hatch]

That R kit looks nice but its pricey!

[sxy_stang]

I’m currently looking at these

[Slick_89_Hatch]

So I may have just scored a set of the MK1 Focus RS Brembo calipers which are the same units used on the 2000 Cobra R. I already have SN95 spindles with 04GT brakes. Aside from rotors and some pads, what do I need to know to install these? Also hoping my 18" wheels should clear them with no issues.

[Slick_89_Hatch]

And for street use I am thinking regular non drilled or slotted rotors with EBC greens. May finally see a track day next year but im a newbie so it wouldn't be anything nuts.

[ZR]

Depending on brand / style of flex hoses, all will bolt directly into place using stock Cobra rotors. Pleased with EBC greens for street use on my own, have exceeded my expectations (low dust / no noise / good initial bite / fade resistance).

[Slick_89_Hatch]

Thanks Rick. These are the hoses I have now: https://www.maximummotorsports.com/MM-Stainless-Brake-Hose-Kit-1979-93-Mustang-with-SN95-calipers-front-P1341.aspx
The description says "Except Cobra R" but everything i've read say lines that work on SN95 brakes should work on these. Is it just the banjo that's different perhaps?

[ZR]

Those will work, yes just need to be sure you have correct thread banjo bolts for new calipers.

[Slick_89_Hatch]

Thanks Rick, I believe the set I am getting comes with the Banjo's. I also have a few different ones laying around that may work. I'm excited to get these and put them on!

[ZR]

Terrific upgrade you'll be sure to enjoy.

[Mellow Yellow]

I was able to locate a 2011 Mustang GT that had been used for jaws of life training in the US.

The Brembos were not touched, changed to Hawk pads also.

[Slick_89_Hatch]

I was able to locate a 2011 Mustang GT that had been used for jaws of life training in the US.

The Brembos were not touched, changed to Hawk pads also.

How did you bolt them up to your car? The mounting points on those I believe are quite different.

[Mellow Yellow]

How did you bolt them up to your car? The mounting points on those I believe are quite different.

The Brembos bolted right up, no issues. Of course the rotors just slipped on.

Wanted to use the 2011 spindle, but that did not fit as the ball joint sizes had changed.

[Slick_89_Hatch]

Sorry lol....I forgot you had a s197. Great upgrade!