Boxster monoblocks and ABS, Installing Boxster monoblocks and ABS Options

[Dinobx]

Hey all,

I was reading another thread on brake upgrades. Some of you have talked about using the Boxster (not S) monoblocks on the 914, once you've changed to 911 struts and rotors.

The agreement seems to be that this would be great for the track but a bit too much brake power for the street. Some have indicated lockup of the tires can occur quite easily. I can certainly see this being a problem (I would think there would also be that scary "just touch the brakes and they grab way too much" feeling).

If that's the case, is there some way of fixing the lock up problem by also adding ABS to the equation?

[ArtechnikA]

QUOTE (Dinobx @ Aug 15 2005, 09:58 AM)

I can certainly see this being a problem (I would think there would also be that scary "just touch the brakes and they grab way too much" feeling). ...is there some way of fixing the lock up problem by also adding ABS to the equation?

first, welcome !

it's not "too much power" it's just unnecessary/

next - good brakes aren't grabby. good brakes are easy to modulate, and are typically installed ONLY after substantially improving traction (big wheels & sticky tires) -- why else would you need "better" brakes? they are also typically installed with bigger master cylinders that further reduce mechanical (hydraulic...) advantage. if you stomp on ANY brake pedal you risk lockup somewhere.

finally - ABS is used only with POWER brakes. that's a challenge for a car with bottom-hinged pedals and is one of the biggest reasons 911's went to suspended pedals - to make room for the brake booster. finding and plumbing the vacuum is a bit of a challenge too, although the 911's manage it. if you don't mind doing the fabrication for suspended pedals, plumbing the vacuum, finding an ABS controller from a car with similar weight distribution and wheel rates, and modifying all the hubs for rate sensors, it's a piece of cake.