Brakes don't Bite Options

[bkrantz]

As part of my rebuild I completely replaced the brake system:
calipers and rear pressure valve rebuilt by PMB
new ATE 19mm master cylinder
new hard and flex lines
new disks and Porterfield R4-S pads

I went through many (many!) episodes of bleeding, with different methods. The pedal feels very firm from the first push, and does not pump up. Rear clearance is set at .004". I went through the PMB bedding process, and have driven around a bit.

But the braking force seems weak. When I get on the brake pedal, I do not feel any "bite". Another 914 friend drove the car and also agrees.

Any suggestions?

[jim_hoyland]

I just ordered the Pagids from PMB, Here’s the infomercial from the site :

“ Pagid brakes are found in the calipers of vehicles from Ferrari, Porsche, and Callaway as standard equipment, and the company's real emphasis is on performance. If you have a high-performance vehicle, particularly one of European descent, Pagid brakes are most likely available to fit your car. In addition to shorter stopping distances, Pagid brakes have noticeably reduced fade after multiple stops. But the big advantage to Pagid brakes is their cold friction capability—in other words, the amount of brake feel you get even when the pads are cold. Many performance pads don't stop well until they're warm, but Pagid brakes are built for real-world driving conditions. That means you get short, firm stops in all conditions. Whether your car sees primarily commutes to the office, or you get to spend time on the track, Pagid brakes are a worthwhile upgrade to your factory system.

These are my favorites for value and overall performance. I currently run them in my 914-6/GT car with S-Calipers up front and GT calipers in the rear. “