Model Year 22/23 VZ2 Brake Upgrade

[Old Fella]

So, I have just bought a VZ2 and am already concerned about the poor brakes. There are a number of similar comments on the forum but there does not (as yet) appear to be a good solution.

I have not yet taken it apart to see if the pads are original or replacements, they may be as they look pretty clean.

My first thought is to see how easy it would be to retrofit the Brembo brakes and does anyone have a list of what is required. Obviously the discs and calipers, but do they mount in the same holes or is a new hub required, will I also need a new disc shieldI have 19” wheels, same size as the VZ3 but a different design so is there clearance on this design. Do I need to tell the car electronics that the calipers are different?

Any help or suggested brake improvement plans gratefully received!

 

[VEDI]

I believe the calipers will need a set of adapters/brackets. A number of websites sell 'kits' to make sure you have all the required parts to upgrade.

While you are upgrading, I'd browse pricing for the Akebono 6pot calipers from the VZ5.

The calipers seem a similar price to Brembo at some shops, but the different pads and rotors might tip the scales.

Clearance is a good question I hope someone can answer.

 

[cairus]

Just a note: Do you know that the brake type is stored in the ABS coding? So, any change should generally be made in the ABS as well. This is quite difficult with SFD 2 if the vehicle falls into SFD 2.

 

[Old Fella]

Thanks both. Useful info, I WAS wondering if any of the electronics would need coding. Not had VCDS on the car yet so no idea what is locked and what is not. Is there an easy way to find out when SFD 2 was implemented, ieVIN number?

 

[cairus]

VIN Position 10 is?