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Old Mar 25, 2002 | 12:16 PM
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Beefier brakes

On the GXL's... the brakes seem to be inferior... Don't the TIIs have four piston brakes? If so, is it possible to modify the GXL's brakes and swap them for TII's? Thanks

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Old Mar 25, 2002 | 12:42 PM
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If your car has 5 lug wheels, then your brakes are the same as the Turbo II. If your having problems stopping, look into better pads.

If you've got 4 lug wheels, then yes, you can swap the lugs and calipers from a 5 lug car.
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Old Mar 25, 2002 | 12:46 PM
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Your GXL should already have 4 piston brakes up front. Try better brake pads like Hawk or get softer tires.
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Old Mar 25, 2002 | 03:27 PM
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Originally posted by go_speed_go
If your car has 5 lug wheels, then your brakes are the same as the Turbo II. If your having problems stopping, look into better pads.

If you've got 4 lug wheels, then yes, you can swap the lugs and calipers from a 5 lug car.
Not true, my 91 NA has single piston calipers
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Old Mar 25, 2002 | 04:19 PM
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In 89+, GTU and most 91s didnt have the 4 piston brakes despite having 5 lugs
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Old Mar 25, 2002 | 04:45 PM
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Originally posted by go_speed_go
If your car has 5 lug wheels, then your brakes are the same as the Turbo II. If your having problems stopping, look into better pads.
This only applies to S4 cars, 86-88.
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