fkadir
6/6/2007 6:38:30 PM
Hi Guys, I have just received the new Outlander and dunt really like the spongy feel of the brakes.
Thinking of replacing the stock brakes. Are there any compatible brake-sets from Brembo?
Thanks!
OTO27
6/6/2007 7:36:08 PM
I dont think the brakes are supposed to be spongy, I would get the dealer to bleed them for you, although some brembos with big rotors would look sick.
fkadir
6/6/2007 8:44:01 PM
Yeah, looking for that sick look indeed. Big rotors and that infamous caliper probably in black to match my car's color or maybe red if I want it to really stand out. :)
OTO27
6/6/2007 9:28:21 PM
This is defenetlly in my to do list for future mods that will not void your warranty. The way I see it you have to make your car stop fast before it can be fast.lol.
fkadir
6/6/2007 9:31:48 PM
So the question remains... Brembo have compatible brake-kits for the Outlander? Or can we use the brake-kits meant for the EVOs?
OTO27
6/6/2007 10:03:42 PM
The "evolander" had brembos in them, so I'm sure theres a set out there that works, its just a matter of finding out, may be you should give them a call and ask.
*EDIT* Now you do know you just can't bolt on a bigger caliper and rotor without changing the stock master cylinder right? so thats another thing you have make sure is available for our cars.
antlip
6/7/2007 4:51:49 AM
Spongy.... mine are touchy as hell. If you touch mine alittle too quick you get a good jerk.
bnilguy
6/7/2007 6:26:42 AM
I think the stock brakes are darn good as far as feel..something must be wrong
Sponginess would be from air in the line or a line that flexes under pressure
fkadir
6/7/2007 5:44:53 PM
OK, will bleed the lines and maybe replace the brake hose to steel-braided just to have a better feel when braking.
BoldlyGoingNowhere
6/7/2007 7:31:47 PM
Really if theyre bad enough you think you need to change the lines you definately have some problem either there is a problem with the vehicle or you havent driven enough vehicles or your doing something out of the ordinary. like towing max weight without trailer brakes?
Are you a left foot braker?
I ask this because I have 5 vehicles, and 2 motorcycles it has been difficult not to put myself through the windshield when I brake the outie.
If you just want to add bling please dont blame it on the brakes.
fkadir
6/11/2007 2:32:10 AM
I have driven quite a few vehicles and the previous ride was an Alfa Romeo 156 with brembo brakes so maybe im biased towards them after riding with them for over 5 years.
The stock brakes are effective I suppose but you are not suggesting that the stock will perform as good as a Brembo HP aftermarket caliper and disc right?
evoracer
6/11/2007 7:20:23 AM
Having just sold my Evo, I can say that the brakes are definately not as good (DUH!). HOWEVER, I drive many, many differeny cars each day, and have to say tht the brakes on the Outie are great, comparatively speaking. If your brakes are spongy or soft, I would take the car in and have them looked at.