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Old 03-25-2014, 12:06 PM   #1
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Complete overkill. Fix what you have (or find a competent shop) the 2.5's have KILLER brakes when bled properly with good pads and good fluid.

Tidbit of info: The 2.5/2.7 cars have the same master cylinder as the BoxsterS/996. So when you install the larger calipers/rotors? You end up with a softer pedal than what you had with the STOCK black calipers

Sucky.

Want to step up? Install the 996GT3 master cylinder with the BoxS/996 calipers.. now you have something..

Topless doesn't know it, but we switched the big brakes in our Boxster pro car... and went back to the smaller ones!!
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Old 03-26-2014, 12:25 AM   #2
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Boxster 1999 2.5 Brake Upgrade

Thank you for all the info, folks ! Seems like I should stick to my stock 2.5 brakes.
Problem is; I'm just about broke so may have to go for after-market parts.
Safety is uppermost in my mind but I need to think about a "budget" solution for replacing my shagged out discs and pads.
I am in the UK so parts available hear would be preferable.
Your suggestions / experience would be MOST welcome !

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