Hi all,

I've got a full set of 996 TT brakes in hand with rotors, lines, calipers, pads, etc. I also have an '01 C2.

Now I've done the searching, but all the threads turn into debates on this kit and that kit.

I'm wondering if anyone here has actually done the upgrade. I understand that hubs/bearings/wheel mounts are required to do the fronts and the rears should be a direct bolt on.

Can someone that has actually done it confirm how they made it work and what was all needed?

Also, did the stock C2 suspension still fit after the hubs were changed?


Thanks!
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Keep us posted, this sounds like a nice upgrade.

 

I'm curious as well. I'd like to hear more about this.

Although I have to assume that once you're done sourcing all the parts for this project and the labor involved with the conversion, you might be better served just buying some ready to fit upgraded brake systems.

 

The backs are a bolt on but in the front the wheel carrier are different.

 

What was the cost on the TT brakes?

 

are these the same brakes that come on my C4S?

 

yes... same stuff

 

Anyone have recommendations on used parts suppliers? I need a few things and I'd like a couple more options than LA Dismantlers.

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Good luck, but based on all the work needed and $ I would say go with an aftermarket kit.

 

So people think, but with aftermarket kits in the $3-5k range to compare to a Turbo setup and the fact that I have a complete TT setup for $600, I'm in the plus side so far.

Hubs and master cylinder will probably run me around $1200 more... so still ahead.

The work I've never had any issues with. I'll let everyone know how it goes.

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If i were you i would do a GT3 Brake upgrade...Steve at Suncoast can sell you the wheel carriers you need.

 

Yeah, wouldn't a GT3 upgrade make more sense?

 

As I said, this isn't a debate thread. I have Turbo brakes in hand, so I'm looking for people that have done it.

I'm aware of all the bolt on kits in the market. Spending more to go aftermarket considering I have most of the parts doesn't make sense.

So thank you for the suggestions, but I'm looking to speak to people that have actually done this before and not gone the new bolt on route.

Cheers
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Not to beat a dead horse, but IMO having the parts or not shouldn't be the the point of doing this or not. You can buy or sell parts for any given situation. Doing what makes best sense should drive your actions. The fact that nobody has chimed in having done what you're asking about should say a thing or two.

 

True, but having them shouldn't mean I disregard using them and go with the option for aftermarket bolt on kits.

No one replying tells me no one that has read this has tried it, and that's about all.

I spoke to someone that has been doing performance Porsche brakes for over 30 years and he's done it. Cost and work to replace carriers and a MC is nor difficult or relatively expensive.

Don't knock it 'til you try it I guess.. I'll do a DIY with costs and we can then see if it was worth it or not.

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