big brakes, why not the 2012 Stang GT

I spent all day yesterday reading about big brake DIY kits. Most of the kits using 13 inch rotors go with the 03/04 Cobra calipers, and a machined rotor for the hub. Those PBR calipers are tough to get without spending $400 plus. So I started researching other Stang's, '13 GT w/Brembos or '13 GT500's, these run a premium but are a gigantic 14' inches, then I came across the '12 GT, they use a slider dual piston caliper and a pleasing 13.22 rotor. Without having the parts in hand, they appear to be no different than the Cobra parts. I ran parts cost, and figured i could do this under $500, maybe cheaper depending on used or new machined down rotors for the hubs.

Yes, i know there are inexpensive kits available, but I am a DIY gear head, but also get quality parts when the research supports it. We could beat the horse on available kits, not looking to do that.

Discuss using the current generation Stang 13.22 brakes, or the Brembo/GT500 14' brakes.


To give a little info on my previous efforts, I just got done doing an LM7/4L60e swap in my 80 Firebird, did the full wiring harness, throttle by wire swap. Ive also got a 72 F100 with an '04 Mach1 engine with 5 speed swap going that also has an '07 Vic front suspension.

Im here to share the buildup of my 75 Duster.


Ready........go!!!!