Update: 2 days after installing the kit we had a noise problem and have not been able to solve it. We had to grind down the lower edge of the brake pads, but that didn’t do much. We’re stumped. At this point I can’t really recommend this kit. Once we get this noise issue worked out we’ll see how it goes.
Van-Cafe sent us new calipers and pads, but the problem still exists. We’re almost positive it’s in the rotor or hub. We seem to have received bad parts, but can’t be 100% positive which part it is. Still working on it…..
We bought a Big Brake kit from Van Cafe (those guys are great to work with). It came in 2 small, but heavy boxes. We had a few issues with the tight fit, and poor work previously done on the back brakes that caused a low pedal. Once those issues were worked out the Big Brake Kit functions nicely.
If you are considering the Big Brake Kit please realize that there is no noticeable difference under normal braking conditions. It feels the same while you drive. The real benefit happens under extreme conditions. I’ve noticed better braking on hills. Nothing to knock your socks off, but better braking.
I was going to buy that very kit last night, I broke a rotor coming to a panic stop. But couldn’t justify the extra cost. Spent the money on other things the Bully needed. Headlight relays, engine lid seal… etc.
got the brakes done… bully stops nice now. However, I just can’t keep using Van Cafe… the shipping is too expensive for this stuff.
We think the shipping is worth it. We are having a scraping noise now though and that’s not good. We can’t seem to track down exactly where it is but there’s a definite noise.
first there’s the shipping to get the parts.. and then there’s the added cost of shipping back the cores. Pleh. Do you have the right size rims for the big brake kit? it needs at least 15″ rims.