Upgraded to Cobra Brakes

[Jer_Stang]

Just thought I'd post some pictures of my brake install.
I got these from: www.discbrakesrus.com.

They were super easy to install, everything packaged nicely. Brake pads were already in place too.

Only thing I didn't like was driving right after I installed them because of the powder coating. Basically the powder coating has to burn off after a few hours of driving. The first 30min the brakes didn't grip well because of the coating but after that it was a lot better. I'm still breaking them in but so far I like them a lot

Anyway, hope this helps anyone that was looking into these brakes. Here's what they look like from start to finish. The powder coating still hasn't worn off so you can still see it. I'm glad I did get the coating though, will keep that rust away.

Just out of the box:

All installed:

Ready to drive:

After driving for 30min:

Later

 

[SN95StangMan]

Looks good. Nice wheels too. Look a lot nicer without the puny, ugly stock brakes behind them dont they?

 

[Jer_Stang]

O ya much better.

Ah, I went out and checked the brake lines and I think the left one is touching the inner wheel..barely. Guess I'll have to find some way to keep the line away. I couldn't really see anything, to dark.

 

[cobra8]

Brakes look awesome with the rims, Much better than the stock rotors that start to rust
Mark

 

[Imyourzero]

Man that is awesome. I really want to upgrade to 13" Cobra brakes, at least in the front. How much did all that cost you, with the Hawk pads and all? And how long did the install take?

 

[94TURBO5 O]

Looks good man!

 

[1105]

very nice

 

[Jer_Stang]

Imyourzero,

It took 1 hour to install (friend had access to a lift) and the price was about $730 without shipping. They sell a lot of different combos too.

 

[Imyourzero]

Wow, thanks for the info. That's a bit more than I'm willing to spend on brakes, though. I looked at that site you linked to and the kit prices went up to $1100!

I think I'm just going to go with the 13" Cobra front brake kit for $399 that I've seen advertised elsewhere. Comes with the Brembo rotors and you can get SS lines or cross drilled/slotted rotors as an options if you wish. I could nearly do the front and rear for what you paid for the front, and my wallet likes that idea more.

Glad you're happy though, looks great and I can't wait to do mine.

 

[swingline]

I am probably going to go with the Saleen front and rears package from that same site. Still haven't decided yet since I am in no hurry as I have to save up for springs/shocks so I can do it all at the same time.

 

[smokediver27]

Excellent work. Are those the Fitapaldi "Force" rims on your car, and if so, can you provide a pic of your whole car with those on, Those are some of my fav rims.....

 

[Jer_Stang]

Here you go smokediver27.

 

[jmuva44]

You car looks good! I like the wheels!

 

[smokediver27]

Dang what great looking wheels..thanks for the pic,,,I think I've made my final decision.

 

[AZ95GT]

Wow sweet stang! Looks great.