1994 RT/10 - StopTech Brake Install

[FastZilla]

I did some lurking and posting but could not find a post on a Gen1 with the StopTech big brake kit. I found all the Gen 2 info I needed. With the year end blow out JonB was offering on the kits I couldn't pass it up.

I went with the ST60 (6 ***) front calipers and ST40 (4 ***) rear calipers (nominal price difference between ST60 or ST40 fronts). The kit was a cinch to install - although you install it about 3 times when it's your first time.

There is a spot of grinding required on the rear iron uprights not mentioned in the instructions to clear the parking brake (relocated stock rear caliper) - mainly mold flashing removal.

I'll post some day time photos soon.

Just wanted to motivate some of you Gen1 owners!

Yes, they work GREAT!!! No more pull to the right! I now have confidence with the center pedal!

Call JonB - I've heard rumors there might be one of the kits still lying around for the "blow out" price ????

Wheels are the SRT 6-spokes (18" F/19" R).
Tires are PS2 295 Front/PS Cup 345 Rear - NO Rubbing!

 

[dave6666]

Good job Eddie!

 

[white out]

Those are some nice brakes.

Nick

 

[Simms]

That's a good looking Gen1.

 

[MTGTS]

looks great, just needs a little drop now

 

[SA HEAT]

HUGE calipers! Very nice.

 

[FastZilla]

Thanks guys! Was fun and nerve racking all at the same time - that's a LOT of grinding!

See the chopping in action on Ryan's post:
http://forums.viperclub.org/rt-10-gts-discussions/633109-rt-10-brakes.html

PS:
This is all Dave's fault! Thanks for mentioning something to JonB - I'm very happy with the end result (function & form).

It looks like rain for the next few days - once the sun pokes it's head out I'll get some good photos.

 

[jasontiff]

Bringin' it up on Sunday? We never got a proper run in on the drive back...

 

[FastZilla]

Bringin' it up on Sunday? We never got a proper run in on the drive back...

I plan to, weather permitting.

Given that we are both Weaverized (tuned) we've got no excuses

 

[Mopar Boy]

Very nice!

 

[FastZilla]

As promised - daytime photos.

IMO:
This might be the perfect Gen1 wheel - they look like what should have came on the RT stock.

PS:
This threw my speedo off exactly 5mph according to the GPS on my Pasport 9500. Speedo indicating 65 - 9500 indicating 70.

Is there a gear/fix for this? (JonB, Chuck, etc?) The advanced math is starting to hurt my head

 

[ACELLR8]

Nice brakes on the Gen I and very good looking car!

I was looking at the cars mods and I see a Chip. What kind of a Chip is it? thanks.
Ed

 

[FastZilla]

Nice brakes on the Gen I and very good looking car!

I was looking at the cars mods and I see a Chip. What kind of a Chip is it? thanks.
Ed

That would be a joke - the "chip" part. This Gen1 is pretty heavily modified.

read about it here:
http://forums.viperclub.org/rt-10-gts-discussions/633550-gen-1-more-power.html

 

[Ricketts]

Nice!! Looks great!

 

[got one]

One day....one day soon....

 

[eucharistos]

very nice

was this taken at the houston c & c

 

[jmillsUT28]

Man I wish we had weather like that here... Thanks for the pics. Now, I will go to the shop and stair at my car...

 

[eucharistos]

been there, do that

 

[Hirkophoto]

I just recently did this to my Gen 2 here is my post for guys that need more info. There is some instal photos here as well to help understand what needs to be done.
http://forums.viperclub.org/rt-10-gts-discussions/629552-using-stoptech-big-brakes-2000-gts-3.html

 

[FastZilla]

I just recently did this to my Gen 2 here is my post for guys that need more info. There is some instal photos here as well to help understand what needs to be done.
http://forums.viperclub.org/rt-10-gts-discussions/629552-using-stoptech-big-brakes-2000-gts-3.html

Great "how-to". I looked at it prior to doing my install.

Attached are some photos of Gen1 specifics - mainly dealing with the iron uprights and A-arms. There are NO clearance issues on the lower ball joint like there is on a Gen2...But ther is clearance issues on the parking brake bracket on the Gen1. You can see all the cast flashing that must be removed, and then some.

Gentleman...start your grinders!!!

 

[FastZilla]

...forgot one other Gen1 feature:

The bolt hole for the front SS brake line clamp that attached to the back side of the spindle is too small and will require adjustment (1/2" drill worked just fine).

 

[martyb]

Great job Eddie, car looks awesome!! I want to know more about the chip also