S70: - Brake upgrage question.

T5 GAV · Jun 17th, 2009, 19:48

I have just bought a 1997 s70 t5 and was surprised to find that it has such small brakes. The discs were warped so i replaced them a week ago along with the flexi hoses but i almost soiled myself when i tried to stop from fairly high speeds today, it just didn't stop as well as i thought it should.
Does the upgrade to 302mm discs give any real improved stoping power? and where do i find the carriers, i can't seem to find any online. What models do they fit as standard, so i can ask at the stealers?

Cheers.

thealchemyst · Jun 17th, 2009, 20:09

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Originally Posted by T5 GAV

I have just bought a 1997 s70 t5 and was surprised to find that it has such small brakes. The discs were warped so i replaced them a week ago along with the flexi hoses but i almost soiled myself when i tried to stop from fairly high speeds today, it just didn't stop as well as i thought it should.
Does the upgrade to 302mm discs give any real improved stoping power? and where do i find the carriers, i can't seem to find any online. What models do they fit as standard, so i can ask at the stealers?

Cheers.

my 850 t5 seems to suffer the same problem so i upgraded to 302mm brakes (grooved and drilled) and omp pads still not upto much in my opinion especially from high speeds 100+ , goes alot better then it stops!
parts for volvos sell the carriers new on an exchange basis with your 280mm carriers easy bolt-on job (did it in my lunch break)
am currently making a big brake upgrade based on 336mm discs and evo viii calipers, that should stop it! ;0)

Georgey dee · Jun 17th, 2009, 20:16

If you want to stop go Brembo. I never got mine to fade. They just keep going. I was well impressed.

Clan · Jun 17th, 2009, 20:34

800 Large Brake Mod Parts
850 Large discs 272276 300 mm
Caliper L/H 8602344
Caliper R/H 8602345
2 x Caliper Brackets 8602456
2 x Hoses 9191400
Note : Caliper comes with brackets !

The larger brakes have a bit more pace and the pads will last longer if you drive as you do now ... However neither brake can cope with more than one heavy stop from 150 mph ...

T5 GAV · Jun 17th, 2009, 22:41

Thanks for your input guys, it looks like i'd best stick to what i've got until i can afford a proper big brake kit then.

strbryan · Jun 17th, 2009, 23:05

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Originally Posted by T5 GAV

Thanks for your input guys, it looks like i'd best stick to what i've got until i can afford a proper big brake kit then.

Just buy some good pads like carbotech XP8's but not cheap mind

I would also recommend you stay clear of the drilled/grooved rubbish and stick with genuine Volvo disc's
http://www.carbotech-europe.com/applications.htm

Jun 17th, 2009, 19:48	#1
T5 GAV Is the bestest. Last Online: Apr 25th, 2014 13:54 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Clydebank	Brake upgrage question. I have just bought a 1997 s70 t5 and was surprised to find that it has such small brakes. The discs were warped so i replaced them a week ago along with the flexi hoses but i almost soiled myself when i tried to stop from fairly high speeds today, it just didn't stop as well as i thought it should. Does the upgrade to 302mm discs give any real improved stoping power? and where do i find the carriers, i can't seem to find any online. What models do they fit as standard, so i can ask at the stealers? Cheers.

Jun 17th, 2009, 20:16	#3
Georgey dee Premier Member Last Online: Feb 14th, 2024 18:36 Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Norwich View Photos By: Georgey dee	If you want to stop go Brembo. I never got mine to fade. They just keep going. I was well impressed. __________________ HAD; 440 GLT(Loved it), 850 GLT auto(Loved it), S70 2.5T(Nothing but problems!), 850R auto(Loved it!!), S60 D5 SE (Nothing but problems!) GOT; S60 D5 SE Lux Auto RAF Marham Track Day Co-Ord'

Jun 17th, 2009, 20:34	#4
Clan Experienced Member Last Online: Today 14:44 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: L/H side	800 Large Brake Mod Parts 850 Large discs 272276 300 mm Caliper L/H 8602344 Caliper R/H 8602345 2 x Caliper Brackets 8602456 2 x Hoses 9191400 Note : Caliper comes with brackets ! The larger brakes have a bit more pace and the pads will last longer if you drive as you do now ... However neither brake can cope with more than one heavy stop from 150 mph ... __________________ My comments are only based on my opinions and vast experience .

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T5 GAV Is the bestest. Last Online: Apr 25th, 2014 13:54 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Clydebank	Thanks for your input guys, it looks like i'd best stick to what i've got until i can afford a proper big brake kit then.

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