Hi-Spec Rear Brakes

[Ferrino]

Is anyone using the Hi-Spec "SVA Ultralite 2" calipers as replacements for the Sierra rears on a De Dion?

http://www.hispeccalipers.co.uk/svaultralite.html

These have a mechanical handbrake mechanism that uses a separate handbrake pad. I've heard conflicting accounts of whether the handbrake mechanism clears 13" wheels - can anyone please shed some light on this?

I'm thinking of using Ultralite 4s up front and Ultralite 2s on the rear (stock, plain discs). Anyone running the full Hi-Spec setup? Thank you.

[AdamQ]

I can't comment on the Hi-Specs I'm afraid, but I do know that VW Golf Mk IV calipers are fine with 13" wheels ...

[Jonathan Kay]

Is anyone using the Hi-Spec "SVA Ultralite 2" calipers as replacements for the Sierra rears on a De Dion?

 

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Jonathan

[7 wonders of the world]

Yep I run those with UL4's up front, and DS3000 all round

They clear my 8 x 13 Revolution race rims 

 

[Ferrino]

Yep I run those with UL4's up front

Thanks - which piston sizes do you have on the 4s and 2s, please? They have a range available... And are you running the plain, 232mm discs all around?

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Thanks!

[7 wonders of the world]

34.6 on the UL4's up front

and 38.6 on the UL2's on the rear

yep 232mm discs all round 

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