Guys,
1993 EG CX Hatch: My front calipers need to be overhauled.

Rather than doing that, I would like to upgrade the front brakes to some beefier OEM brakes that will bolt on and (as much as I love my VX wheels) I need to upgrade to bigger wheels (14" or 15") likely to accommodate the new brakes and to make my life easier when buying tires.

Can you guys please suggest the cleanest and most common brake upgrade? Please let me know exactly what I need (whole knuckle, just caliper and disc... etc) and which models they come from.

Also, what is a good looking, clean 14" or 15" OEM wheel that will fit the bigger brakes? Should I forget OEM, upgrade to 5 lug brakes and get aftermarket?

Please let me know your opinion and what the most common options for my scenario are guys, my 13" tires are going bald and I she's my Daily Driver... I need to start ordering parts NOW.

Thanks in advance!

-Walter

 

I recommend going with a 15" setup. Your tire choices are limited in 14" sizes (and, as you note, non-existent in 13").

 

Thanks man, that's what I was leaning towards.

Which car should I get the brakes from? ITR? EK? Do I need the whole knuckle? How about aftermarket 5 lug conversions (or OEM)?

I am not looking for anything crazy, but this is indeed my daily driver and might as well get something beefier and safer.

Thanks guys,

-Walter

 

Bump.

-Walter

 

your best front brake upgrade for a low price and oem look is the dc integra brakes, i would recommend getting the whole front contral arm, sway bar ( if you want, better handling IMO), and spindle, of course the disc and caliper.