Brake system upgrades?

[TomDirt]

This looks interesting. I can find install videos, but not a single actual comparison test video versus stock oem or Alcon.

 

[Cody Templeton]

I didn't want the Wilwoods because they take 19"+ wheels IIRC. Alcons fit under 17's.

 

[TomDirt]

Those Raptor-spec front brakes were designed to fit under 17" wheels. They came out last year at SEMA, and the first question everyone asked was "will it fit my oem wheels?".

 

[Cody Templeton]

Those Raptor-spec front brakes were designed to fit under 17" wheels. They came out last year at SEMA, and the first question everyone asked was "will it fit my oem wheels?".

It looks like they have 2 kits for the front - one that requires 20" wheels, and one that fits under 17" wheels. They only have 1 kit for the rear though, and it requires 18" wheels, plus it doesn't match the 17" front kit. I guess if you just want to do the fronts then sure?

 

[EricM]

You don't need to upgrade the rears, the rear brakes are more than adequate.

 

[Jakenbake]

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You don't need to upgrade the rears, the rear brakes are more than adequate.

plus that price for that kit is pretty appetizing when compared to other offerings out there.

 

[TomDirt]

someone in their marketing department had to do the math and realized there's a million potential f150 customers out there..... at the right price.

 

[TomDirt]

 

[Cody Templeton]

It would be nice to see them put it against OEM and Alcon for sure. I would agree, if you're going to just upgrade the fronts and run 17's, then the Wilwood is probably the better option over the Alcons due to price.

 

[TomDirt]

The first time you avoid rear-ending that prius with the broken brake light those Wilwoods will pay for themselves.