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Forum: Brakes

  1. Sticky Thread Sticky: Brake Forum "Official" DIY/FAQ...

    Brake Forum DIY/FAQ. This thread will work very similar to the DIY\FAQ threads in some of the other forums. To have a topic added to the FAQ please...

    Started by Stephen@VWvortex, 07-28-2003 03:24 PM
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  1. ~ THE WORLD'S BEST DEALS ON HAWK PADS, OEM ROTORS AND MORE ~

    <center><IMG SRC="http://www.mjmautohaus.com/images/1/eBayBrakingBann.jpg" BORDER="0"></center> <p> MJM Autohaus, a Master Warehouse Distributor...

    Started by sales@mjm, 09-07-2009 05:35 PM
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  2. The brakes of the MK4 platform - OEM and Upgrades

    Please correct me if I am wrong. I will edit this as we go. They are classified by size sorted in an ascending order. All brakes pertain to the MK4...

    Started by eggroller, 05-15-2003 10:20 PM
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  3. foot goes to floor

    I just upgraded the front brakes to 10.1" and installed a known working 24.5mm master cylinder into my 1990 Jetta. Pressure bled the system and it...

    Started by 77blazerdriver, 05-20-2013 11:44 AM
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    Yesterday 11:49 AM Go to last post
  4. 06 Passat Brake problems

    So I have an 06 passat and just got a light "parking brake error" and took it into a dealer. They said the connector for the parking brake and...

    Started by EvilKuja30, Yesterday 11:33 AM
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  5. Abs front left sensor fault wont go away

    So, long story short. I was too excited to put my new bags in and disconnected the top strut bolt first, resulting in a torn abs wire. Before i knew...

    Started by yeabmx, 05-22-2013 06:31 AM
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    Yesterday 09:37 AM Go to last post
  6. Brake sensor loop

    I've gotta mk4 gti 1.8t, recently broke the plug on the pad for the sensor and the light came on. I bought the ecs brake sensor loop because I don't...

    Started by pipishone720, 05-23-2013 03:00 PM
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    Yesterday 07:55 AM Go to last post
  7. best street pads for 2001 Cabrio?

    I didn't like the dust of the oem pads, and moved on to Hawk HPS pads a few years ago, but it's time to change pads again soon, and I'm having...

    Started by cristo, 05-22-2013 06:57 PM
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    Yesterday 07:45 AM Go to last post
  8. 9

    92 GLi 16v. 3-4 track days a year...daily driven 3-4k miles a year. Currently running ATE standards front and rear with Hawk HPS pads. Love the...

    Started by CHETVW007, 05-21-2013 10:34 PM
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    05-23-2013 01:49 AM Go to last post
  9. 1994 Jetta Master brake Cylinder Problem. Help Please!!!

    Alright this is my first post on this forum. im replacing my Master Brake Cylinder in my 1994 Jetta gl 2.0 . so i went to replace the MBC after i got...

    Started by wakefinder, 05-20-2013 09:33 PM
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    05-23-2013 01:44 AM Go to last post
  10. HPA Motorsports - High Performance 6-Piston Aluminum Brake Kit

    HPA is pleased to offer its High Performance 6-piston Big Brake Kit for Mk5/Mk6 VW and Audi TT/A3 applications. The HPA BBK is designed in...

    Started by VAD@HPA, 09-20-2012 04:00 PM
    baer, brake, caliper, hpa, rotor
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    05-23-2013 01:25 AM Go to last post
  11. brake lights not working after brake pad change

    Hey guys. I just replaced the front brake pads on my 01 jetta 2.0. I used a guide that I found online and rented a caliper tool from the auto parts...

    Started by Fernling306, 05-21-2013 10:35 PM
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    05-21-2013 11:14 PM Go to last post
  12. Best place to buy oem rotors for mkv r32?

    MJM doesn't have em, and ecstuning's price seems outrageous. Any other suggestions?

    Started by pseudosuit, 05-20-2013 08:20 PM
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    05-20-2013 08:34 PM Go to last post
  13. 2003 Passat Wagon 1.8T Parking Brake Cable Removal Question

    Hi. I have two snapped ebrake or parking brake cables on my Passat wagon. Ordered the new cables from dealer and will receive tomorrow. There is a...

    Started by sequel95, 05-17-2013 09:45 PM
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    05-20-2013 04:58 PM Go to last post
  14. New Rotors and Pads

    OK, after 53,000 miles on CC, one front disc started to vibrate. Wear is fine, but vibration is horrible. So I need new rotors and pads as well as...

    Started by edyvw, 03-22-2013 06:51 PM
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    05-20-2013 01:22 PM Go to last post
  15. What is wrong with my brakes? Why are they wearing like this?

    My car is a 06 Jetta TDI. Both front rotors look like this on the outside only. The inside pad contacts like it should, but both outside pads are not...

    Started by hole shot weapon, 04-09-2013 11:14 PM
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    05-20-2013 12:56 PM Go to last post
  16. What else is left to do?

    Try to get the ABS system on my SLC operational again. Here is what I have done so far. 1) Checked ABS codes. Required front wheel sensors to be...

    Started by IanJ3VR6, 07-24-2012 07:04 PM
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    05-20-2013 10:17 AM Go to last post
  17. ABS control module won't cycle to bleed brakes after replacement (Need help ASAP!)

    I replaced my ABS control module with one I bought used. I bled the brakes and slave cylinder and went to cycle the "new" control module I put in...

    Started by bherman13, 05-19-2013 10:52 PM
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    05-19-2013 10:52 PM Go to last post
  18. Braking from the lower part of the inside of front rotor

    I've always had this issue, both front discs are braking from the lower part of the inside of the front discs. I've changed discs and pads and I...

    Started by madonion, 05-04-2013 04:49 PM
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    05-18-2013 05:38 AM Go to last post
  19. Aftermarket Master Cylinder or Strict OEM?

    Has anyone replaced their master cylinder with an aftermarket one? I was looking on germanautoparts.com and they have an aftermarket one for half...

    Started by hakershermarkt, 05-05-2013 04:51 PM
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    05-18-2013 05:35 AM Go to last post
  20. Hawk Performance Ceramic Pads : warning

    I completed an HPDE yesterday in my Mk1 Audi TT Quattro. This car has 996 4 piston calipers on stock 12.3" discs with Hawk HPS pads and SS lines up...

    Started by 20v master, 05-07-2013 01:38 PM
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    05-17-2013 05:51 PM Go to last post
  21. 1999.5 Jetta - Same as all MK3?

    Fixin' my Ma's brakes tomorrow, not even sure if it's the front, or rear or what. Never even been near the brakes of a MK3, let alone a MK3.5. Not...

    Started by NuclearSunset, 05-16-2013 10:23 PM
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    05-16-2013 10:23 PM Go to last post
  22. :: ECS Tuning :: EBC Performance Brake Pads For Your Volkswagen - Stop In !!!

    http://www.ecstuning.com/sales/ecs600header.jpg Click HERE to order or for more information. EBC Performance Brake Pads For Your Volkswagen -...

    Started by ECS Tuning, 05-16-2013 04:02 PM
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    05-16-2013 04:02 PM Go to last post
  23. HPA Motorsports – High Performance 4-Piston Rear Brake Kit

    With the success of our 6-Piston Front Brake Kit released last year, HPA is proud to announce the release of our 4-Piston Rear Brake Kit for VW...

    Started by VAD@HPA, 04-23-2013 07:47 PM
    baer, brake, caliper, hpa, rotor
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    05-16-2013 01:29 AM Go to last post
  24. 2003 GTI 1.8T (mk4) - Which brake parts/brands should I buy?

    Please go to this post to answer. Thanks!

    Started by Starfleet, 05-14-2013 12:33 PM
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    05-14-2013 01:29 PM Go to last post
  25. 2003 GTI 1.8T - need recommendations for brake parts (the SHORT version)

    Please go to this post to answer. Thanks!

    Started by Starfleet, 05-14-2013 01:09 PM
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    05-14-2013 01:09 PM Go to last post
  26. 1988 Cabriolet rear brake issues after shoe replacement, please help!

    We just did the brakes on my daughters 1988 Cabriolet, the fronts went great (new pads and rotors) but the rear shoes were a challenge. We finally...

    Started by ErikTheRed, 05-12-2013 06:26 AM
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    05-14-2013 11:18 AM Go to last post
  27. Possible to cycle abs module with eurodyne maestro?

    2005 mk4 gti ABS. i've removed my ABS module and master cylinder, and now i'm faced with the problem of bleeding my brakes. research tells me i...

    Started by jstnGTI, 05-09-2013 12:02 AM
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    05-14-2013 12:36 AM Go to last post
  28. Brake Pads: EBC Green or Hawk HPS?

    Looking to swap out my front rotors and pads on my b6 passat to improve braking and get rid of some perceived rotor warpage when braking. I am...

    Started by big_c02, 04-21-2013 11:24 AM
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    05-13-2013 01:58 PM Go to last post
  29. Spongy brakes after RS4 8 pot brake kit install?

    Well I installed an RS4 8pot brake kit after bleeding the brakes everything was ok and actually still had a good feel to the pedal and it wasn’t...

    Started by talx, 09-06-2009 05:13 PM
    • Replies: 10
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    05-12-2013 03:37 PM Go to last post
  30. Outer edge of outer rotor face touching caliper

    Hi all, I have a Corrado SLC. I am attempting to install DE (288mm) brakes on it. Here is what I have: New calipers New carriers New...

    Started by EnIgMa '06, 04-28-2013 07:37 PM
    • Replies: 4
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    05-11-2013 11:30 PM Go to last post

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