Rear Disc Brake Kit, 38mm Piston Calipers

The Vw Rear Disc Brake Kit is a bolt-on solution engineered to equip your 2002 or E21 BMW with significantly enhanced braking capabilities. This kit provides great braking power, low maintenance, and a visually appealing upgrade. It comes complete with remanufactured calipers featuring 38mm pistons and integrated levers for your stock parking brake cables, alongside a selection of rotor options (Flat Faced, Slotted Only, Drilled ONLY, or Cross Drilled & Slotted), performance brake pads, durable hardlines paired with stainless steel braided hoses, lug nuts, caliper brackets, and all the mounting hardware required for installation. Significant attention has been paid to the installation process. The kit necessitates either shipping your stock rear hubs for modification or performing the modification yourself, with a typical 5-day turnaround for machine work (excluding transit times). For caliper mounting, a special tool may be required to twist the piston inwards to separate the pads. The product page also notes potential interference with the mounting bracket and a lip on the trailing arm for E21 models. Furthermore, the parking brake cable mounting differs between the 2002 and E21, requiring some mechanical ingenuity or further research to properly attach. Wheel fitment is a key consideration; while some 13-inch alloy wheels might clear the calipers, it is generally recommended to use 14-inch or larger alloy wheels for a smoother installation experience. The bleeding procedure requires care, as the bleeder valve and inlet threads are not interchangeable. Buyers should be aware that caliper colors and finishes may vary, and painting them is left to the discretion of the owner.