My synco has audi sourced G60 fronts [dual pot disks] and Audi 5000turbo rear
disks. Great upgrade. Prior to the change I would have brake smell on a long
downgrade in the southern Sierras, now I just slow down odorlessly.

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From: Craig Cowan <phishman068@GMAIL.COM>
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Sent: Thu, April 5, 2012 7:07:49 PM
Subject: Re: GoWesty Big Brake Kit worth the extra $ ?

I have Audi based big brakes on my Syncro and it's one of the best upgrades I've
ever made. Buy in if you already have big enough wheels.

-craig

On Apr 5, 2012, at 9:26 PM, KKALnSF <kkalnsf@GMAIL.COM> wrote:

> Hi All,
>
> It's time to replace the brake pads and rotors on our 87 Syncro. We have been
>considering the GoWesty Big brake kit.
>
> We've never had any problems with the brakes over heating as we have always
>driven downhill with caution because of the vehicle's considerable weight.
>
>
> Has anyone had any experience with the Big Brake Kit?  Is the premium price
>worth the extra cost?
>
> Thanks,
> KnK